Deadline: 24-Jul-2025
The American Registry for Internet Numbers Fellowship Program provides a specialized, interactive learning opportunity to individuals interested in these aspects of Internet operations and their professional growth in the industry.
Fellows receive an in-depth introduction to the workings of the ARIN organization and Policy Development Process (PDP), along with opportunities for networking with the ARIN community.
With the personal support of Mentors from the ARIN community, Fellows progress through an engaging agenda of presentations, discussions, and Q&As with ARIN leadership — including ARIN staff and Advisory Council members. The sessions provide an overview of Internet governance, Internet number resource policy and its development, ARIN services and operations, and the Internet Number Registry System.
ARIN 56 Fellows be selected either as virtual or in person Fellows, and all will take part in virtual sessions before later participating in the ARIN 56 Public Policy and Members Meeting, held 30-31 October 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
Eligibility Criteria
- Individuals who are 18 years of age or older and reside in the ARIN region are eligible to apply if they have a demonstrated interest in the American Registry for Internet Numbers, Ltd., (“ARIN”) community and its Policy Development Process for the management of Internet number resources. Special consideration will be given to those who have not previously attended an ARIN Public Policy and Members Meeting before, who demonstrate a financial need, or who present a compelling case for being a part of this program.
- Applicants must understand the importance of ARIN’s mission and be familiar with ARIN services, including the Internet number resources it manages and the process reflected in the Number Resource Policy Manual (NRPM). Applicants should be subscribed to the ARIN Announce and ARIN Public Policy mailing lists and participate in all activities as outlined in the program description.
- To ensure fairness and broaden participation, ARIN gives preference to selecting one Fellow per organization per meeting when all other qualifications are equal. This approach helps provide equal opportunity, supports a diverse group of Fellows, and reflects ARIN’s commitment to representing the full spectrum of the Internet community.
- An individual can participate in the ARIN Fellowship program a maximum of two times.
- First Fellowship: This can be either virtual or in-person, depending on the pool of applicants and available slots as determined by the Fellowship Selection Committee.
- Second Fellowship (if eligible): If your first Fellowship was virtual, you may be considered for a future in-person Fellowship, or a second virtual Fellowship (depending on applicant pool and slots).
- This approach provides flexibility and offers diverse fellowship experiences, while also broadening opportunities for more individuals to engage meaningfully in ARIN’s community.
For more information, visit AIRN.