Deadline: 18 August 2017
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon is inviting applicants for its “Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2018-2019” that brings accomplished young and mid-level professionals to the United States for a one-year, non-degree program of combined academic and professional opportunities in a variety of fields. It is highly competitive and targeted towards the most qualified applicants in both the public and private sectors.
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut invites mid-career professionals who are Lebanese citizens or long-term Palestinian residents in Lebanon and have a proven track record of leadership, a commitment to public service, and the capacity to take full advantage of a self-defined program of independent study to apply for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for the 2018-2019 academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates should be between 30-50 years old, with at least five years of professional experience and a minimum of a bachelor degree. Strong English language skills are required.
- The U.S. Government covers the majority of the participants’ expenses, including program fees, roundtrip airfare, accommodation, and health insurance.
- Competition is merit-based and people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, sex, age, and/or physical impairment.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates should submit the following documents to apply to the program:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae
- Essay: the essay should specify the Humphrey field to which the candidate is applying, explain applicants motives to participate in the program, and how applicants would apply the program benefits in applicants home country.
- Applications must be submitted via e-mail at the address given on the website.
Eligible Country: Lebanon
For more information, please visit Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.