Applications are open for the Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies AIAS Visiting Fellowships 2027 at Aarhus University in Denmark. The programme offers outstanding researchers from around the world an opportunity to spend time within an international and interdisciplinary research environment while developing their research and collaborating with researchers and research communities at Aarhus University. The AIAS Visiting Fellowship is designed particularly for researchers who are on sabbatical or otherwise have an opportunity to undertake an independent research stay. Fellows become part of the wider AIAS community and are encouraged to engage with researchers from disciplines beyond their own field. Successful fellows will have dedicated office space at AIAS and access to academic and social activities, lecture and meeting facilities, and relevant research environments at Aarhus University. The fellowship also provides support for academic events and conferences, travel to Aarhus, and practical relocation arrangements. About the Fellowship The Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies is an interdisciplinary research institute at Aarhus University that brings together researchers from different academic disciplines and countries. Its research environment is designed to encourage intellectual exchange, collaboration and the development of new research perspectives. AIAS welcomes researchers from all core academic disciplines. Visiting fellows are expected to contribute to the institute’s international research community while pursuing their own research projects. A key feature of the programme is its emphasis on interaction across disciplinary boundaries. Researchers have opportunities to participate in seminars, academic activities and social events at AIAS, as well as activities within relevant research environments at Aarhus University. The fellowship is especially suitable for established researchers who already have a connection with Aarhus University and have identified a researcher or research community with whom they can collaborate during their stay. Fellowship Benefits • Dedicated office space at the Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies • Access to lecture hall and meeting room facilities • Integration into an international and interdisciplinary research community • Participation in academic and social activities at AIAS • Access to relevant research environments at Aarhus University • Administrative support for hosting academic events and conferences • One return economy class ticket to Aarhus, subject to prior approval by AIAS • Assistance with practical relocation arrangements Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must hold a PhD at the time of application. • Applicants must have at least four years of postdoctoral research experience by the application deadline. • Applicants should have active collaborations with Aarhus University. • Applicants must have established contact with a researcher or research community at Aarhus University. • Applicants should demonstrate an interest in engaging with disciplines beyond their own area of expertise. • Applicants must be able to bring their salary from their home institution, as the AIAS Visiting Fellowship does not provide a salary. • Applicants should be prepared to participate actively in the interdisciplinary research community at AIAS. AIAS welcomes applications regardless of nationality, race, religion, sex, gender or disability. Required Application Materials Applicants must prepare the following documents in English: • Letter of motivation of no more than two pages • Letter of support from an Aarhus University contact • CV including a selected list of publications, with a maximum length of five pages • Copy of PhD diploma • Exact preferred start and end dates for the fellowship The letter from the Aarhus University contact should explain the proposed collaboration and the plans for interaction during the fellowship. ## Selection Considerations Applications are reviewed by the AIAS Review Board for Visiting Fellowships. Applicants should demonstrate a strong research profile and a clear reason for undertaking a research stay at AIAS. The proposed collaboration with Aarhus University is particularly important. Applicants should therefore establish contact with an appropriate researcher or research community at Aarhus University before submitting their application. The interdisciplinary nature of AIAS also means that applicants should demonstrate openness to engaging with researchers and perspectives outside their primary academic discipline. How to Apply 1. Review the AIAS Visiting Fellowship requirements and confirm that you meet the PhD and postdoctoral experience requirements. 2. Establish contact with a relevant researcher or research community at Aarhus University and discuss potential collaboration during the fellowship. 3. Prepare your motivation letter, CV, PhD diploma and the required support letter. 4. Determine your preferred fellowship start and end dates within the eligible fellowship period. 5. Complete the online application through the GrantOne application system. 6. Submit the complete application before October 6, 2026 at 12 noon Danish time. 7. Await the outcome of the AIAS Review Board assessment. Applicants are expected to receive a response within approximately 30 days after the application deadline.
Hustle Fund Venture Fellowship 2026
Applications are open for the Hustle Fund Venture Fellowship 2026, a virtual learning and practical experience programme for aspiring venture capitalists, emerging fund managers, angel investors, and professionals exploring a career in venture capital. The fellowship provides participants with an opportunity to work closely with the Hustle Fund investment team and gain practical exposure to how early stage investment decisions are made. Unlike programmes that rely mainly on theoretical lessons or investment case studies, the Venture Fellowship gives participants access to real startup deal flow. Fellows can evaluate startups that are actively moving through the Hustle Fund pipeline, including companies applying through the fund’s website and startups participating in pitch competitions. The programme is delivered virtually, allowing fellows to participate alongside their existing work or studies. Hustle Fund describes the fellowship as a part time commitment rather than a full time programme, with participants expected to spend approximately three to four hours per week reviewing deals, joining calls, and taking part in investment discussions. About the Venture Fellowship The Hustle Fund Venture Fellowship is designed to provide practical exposure to venture capital investing. Fellows work alongside the Hustle Fund team to assess actual investment opportunities and observe the process used to move from an initial review of a startup to an investment decision. Participants can take part in real pitch calls and discussions with the investment team. This provides insight into how a pre seed venture fund evaluates founders, startups, opportunities, risks, and potential investments. The fellowship is particularly relevant for people who want to develop their investing skills, transition into venture capital, become stronger angel investors, or eventually establish their own investment fund or syndicate. Hustle Fund describes the programme as a potential launchpad for different paths within the venture ecosystem. Fellowship Benefits • Access to real startup deal flow from the Hustle Fund investment pipeline • Opportunity to evaluate actual startups rather than relying only on case studies • Participation in real startup pitch calls with the Hustle Fund team • Exposure to venture capital investment frameworks and decision making • Practical experience reviewing and discussing investment opportunities • Networking with the Hustle Fund team and other fellows • Opportunity to build relationships with people pursuing careers in venture capital • Ability to add Hustle Fund fellowship experience to a professional investor profile • Practical exposure that can support future work as an angel investor, fund manager, or venture capital professional Programme Areas The Venture Fellowship centres on practical learning in several areas of early stage investing. • Startup evaluation • Venture capital investment analysis • Deal flow assessment • Pitch evaluation • Pre seed investing • Angel investing • Fund management • Investment decision making • Venture capital career development Eligibility Criteria The programme is open to people interested in developing practical experience in venture capital, including: • Aspiring fund managers • Emerging venture capital professionals • Angel investors seeking to strengthen their investment skills • Professionals exploring a career transition into venture capital • Individuals who want practical exposure to startup evaluation and early stage investing Required Application Information The current application process is designed to be brief. • Completed online application form • Responses to the questions included in the application • Completion of a short quiz after the initial application Applicants whose applications are approved proceed into the fellowship process. Hustle Fund states that the initial application takes approximately two minutes, followed by a short quiz. How to Apply Review the Hustle Fund Venture Fellowship information and confirm that the programme matches your professional or investment interests. Complete the online Venture Fellowship application before the deadline. Complete the short quiz required as part of the application process. Monitor your email for communication from Hustle Fund regarding the application. If shortlisted, participate in the scheduled interview during the week of September 28, 2026. If selected, prepare to begin the virtual fellowship on October 12, 2026.
Naija Feminists Media Editorial Fellowship on Reproductive Health 2026
Applications are open for the Naija Feminists Media Editorial Fellowship on Reproductive Health 2026, a journalism fellowship designed for media professionals across Africa who are committed to gender focused storytelling and social change. The programme is organised by Naija Feminists Media as part of its commitment to advancing feminist journalism and strengthening reporting on issues affecting women and girls. The 2026 fellowship will focus on reproductive health and reproductive rights in Africa. It is designed to equip selected journalists with the knowledge, investigative reporting skills, ethical storytelling approaches and professional mentorship needed to produce meaningful journalism on reproductive health care and the experiences of women and girls. The fellowship will take place from October 26 to December 11, 2026, and will select 16 journalists. During the programme, fellows will develop original stories examining reproductive health care, including access to reproductive and neonatal health services, safe abortion, lived experiences, policies and the barriers that women and girls face when exercising their reproductive rights. About the Fellowship The Naija Feminists Media Editorial Fellowship is an annual initiative that supports journalists working at the intersection of gender, media and social justice. The 2026 edition places reproductive health at the centre of its editorial focus. Reproductive health is closely connected to reproductive rights, which enable individuals to make informed decisions about their bodies and reproduction. However, women and girls continue to encounter legal, social, cultural, economic and health care barriers that affect their ability to access appropriate services and exercise these rights. Through the fellowship, selected journalists will receive training and mentorship to investigate these issues and develop journalism that brings greater attention to the realities experienced by women and girls. The programme also seeks to build a community of storytellers who can apply a gender lens to reproductive health reporting and contribute to more informed conversations about policy, health care and accountability. Fellowship Benefits • Mentorship from experienced media professionals • Guidance from healthcare professionals and reproductive rights advocates • Training in reproductive and gender inclusive health investigative reporting • Training in narrative writing and ethical storytelling • Publication opportunities through Naija Feminists Media • Networking with journalists, activists, healthcare professionals and media leaders • Opportunity to contribute to an international 16 Days of Activism campaign • Increased visibility for fellows and their journalism • Certificate of Participation upon successful completion • Opportunities for collaboration and long term professional development Programme Areas The fellowship will focus on journalism and storytelling related to reproductive health and reproductive rights. Key areas include: • Reproductive health care • Reproductive and neonatal health care access • Safe abortion • Lived experiences of women and girls • Reproductive rights and access to services • Policies affecting reproductive health • Legal, social, cultural and economic barriers • Health care barriers affecting women and girls • Gender inclusive investigative reporting • Ethical storytelling • Misinformation and harmful narratives surrounding reproductive health • Public education and informed conversations • Legislative and institutional accountability Eligibility Criteria • Open to journalists and media professionals across Africa • Applicants should be committed to gender focused storytelling • Applicants should demonstrate an interest in reproductive health and reproductive rights reporting • Applicants should have a passion for social justice • Applicants should be interested in challenging harmful narratives through journalism • Applicants should be willing to develop an original story during the fellowship • Applicants should be prepared to engage with the fellowship training and mentorship activities Required Application Information • A 200 word pitch for a story idea the applicant would like to pursue on reproductive rights • The proposed story should relate to reproductive health or reproductive rights • The pitch should demonstrate the issue the applicant intends to investigate and the journalistic direction of the proposed story Applicants should ensure that their proposed story is relevant to the fellowship theme and has the potential to highlight lived realities, contributing factors, barriers or solutions related to reproductive rights. Fellowship Objectives The Naija Feminists Media Editorial Fellowship has several objectives for the 2026 cohort. • Train journalists in reproductive and gender inclusive health investigative reporting • Strengthen narrative writing and ethical storytelling skills • Build a cohort of storytellers who apply a gender perspective to reproductive health reporting • Produce high quality journalism that contributes to public discussion • Encourage greater accountability on reproductive rights • Provide mentorship, collaboration and networking opportunities • Sensitise the public about reproductive health issues • Facilitate informed conversations around reproductive rights • Challenge misinformation, stigma and harmful narratives surrounding reproductive health Story Development and Publication A central part of the fellowship is the production of an original journalistic story. Each selected fellow will explore a reproductive rights issue through reporting that considers lived experiences, contributing factors, barriers and possible solutions. The stories are intended to go beyond simply describing reproductive health challenges. Fellows will be supported to develop journalism that can educate audiences, challenge misinformation and contribute to conversations about institutional and legislative accountability. The completed reports will be published during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence campaign. This provides fellows with an opportunity to have their work published through Naija Feminists Media while contributing to a broader international campaign focused on gender based violence and related issues affecting women and girls. How to Apply Review the Naija Feminists Media Editorial Fellowship 2026 requirements and confirm that you are a journalist or media professional committed to gender focused storytelling. Develop an original story idea related to reproductive health or reproductive rights. Prepare a 200 word pitch explaining the story you would like to pursue. Make sure your pitch clearly communicates the issue you intend to investigate and its relevance to reproductive rights. Submit your application through the official application channel provided by Naija Feminists Media. Complete your application before the deadline of October 9, 2026.
MediaTech Hub MTH Accelerator 2026
Applications are open for the MediaTech Hub MTH Accelerator 2026, a nine month accelerator programme for early stage startups developing technology that is changing how media is produced, distributed, or experienced. The programme is run by MediaTech Hub Potsdam and connects emerging media technology companies with industry expertise, personalised guidance, research institutions, investors, partners, and the wider media ecosystem in Babelsberg, Germany. The MTH Accelerator is designed for startup teams that already have a minimum viable product and some initial traction and are ready to develop a scalable business model. The programme combines individual coaching with access to media companies, studios, technology partners, founders, investors, and coworking opportunities. Participants can also benefit from the MediaTech ecosystem and opportunities to increase their visibility through events and international industry activities. For the 2026 cohort, applicants can choose between two programme paths depending on their business goals. The Bootstrap Seedstrap Programme is intended for founders seeking sustainable growth through their own revenue, with emphasis on sales, marketing, and profitability. The Investment Readiness Programme is designed for startups preparing for venture capital financing, with a focus on pitching, financial preparation, due diligence, and investor connections. About the Opportunity The MTH Accelerator is the startup programme of MediaTech Hub Potsdam, an ecosystem focused on media technology and innovation. The accelerator supports early stage companies working at the intersection of technology and media and helps them move from an emerging product toward a scalable and market ready business model. The programme is particularly relevant to founders building technology for the media and creative industries. Existing startups in the ecosystem have worked on areas including artificial intelligence, automated content production, software as a service, dubbing, AI avatars, and other technologies serving the media sector. The accelerator is equity free. It does not provide direct financial funding, but participants receive access to coaching, industry connections, investors, events, research institutions, and other ecosystem resources. Opportunity Benefits • Nine month accelerator programme • Equity free participation • Personalised one on one coaching and mentoring • Guidance on business models, strategy, sales, marketing, and growth • Access to media companies, studios, and technology partners • Connections to investors and potential business partners • Pitching and investor preparation for startups seeking venture capital • Access to coworking space at MediaTech Hub Potsdam • Opportunities to participate in industry events and international trade shows • Visibility through MTH events and startup showcases • Connections with universities and research institutions • Access to other founders and the wider MediaTech startup ecosystem • Continued access to the alumni network after completing the programme Programme Areas Applicants can select one of two accelerator paths: • Bootstrap Seedstrap Programme: Focused on sustainable growth through revenue, with emphasis on sales, marketing, profitability, and building an independent business. • Investment Readiness Programme: Focused on preparing for external investment through pitch development, financial planning, due diligence preparation, and investor introductions. Both tracks provide personalised coaching, practical resources, ecosystem access, office and coworking opportunities, and connections with investors, companies, and other founders. Eligibility Criteria • Open to early stage media technology startups. • Applicants may apply as solo founders or as a team. • The startup should have a minimum viable product. • The startup should demonstrate initial traction, such as users or revenue. • The company should have a scalable technology based business model. • The programme has a particular focus on business models such as business to business software as a service, while business to consumer models can also be considered. • The company must already be established or be in the process of being established. • The company should be based and operate in Germany. • Applicants should be prepared to actively work on business development and growth during the programme. Required Application Materials • Completed online application form • Pitch deck of no more than 15 pages • Information about the startup and founding team • Details about the product and technology • Information on the existing business model • Evidence of initial traction, such as users or revenue • Information about growth plans and business goals • Selection of the preferred accelerator programme Applicants should prepare their information carefully before completing the online application. The official application page allows applicants to access the application questions in advance. How to Apply Review the MTH Accelerator requirements and decide which programme track fits your startup. Confirm that your startup has an MVP, initial traction, and a scalable technology based business model. Prepare a pitch deck of no more than 15 pages. Complete the official MTH Accelerator online application form. Submit the application before the October 31, 2026 deadline. If shortlisted, participate in the personal interview with the MTH Accelerator team. Successful applicants will receive further information about onboarding and participation in the December 2026 cohort.
African Climate Collaborative PhD Fellowships in Climate and Development 2026
The African Climate Collaborative is inviting applications for 12 fully funded PhD fellowships for its four year doctoral training programme in Climate and Development at the University of Cape Town in South Africa. The programme is designed to develop a new generation of African scholars capable of addressing major climate and development challenges affecting the continent. The doctoral programme combines structured academic training with independent research and doctoral skills development. Fellows will spend the first year undertaking structured pre doctoral coursework before progressing to three years of supervised thesis research. Each fellowship is connected to a specific research topic and supervisory team at the University of Cape Town. The programme brings together research across climate science, development, environmental governance, infrastructure, energy, biodiversity, agriculture, fisheries, urban development, education and other areas connected to climate and development in Africa. Applicants are required to select one research topic that matches their academic background and interests. About the Fellowship The African Climate Collaborative PhD Fellowship provides an opportunity for qualified African graduates to undertake doctoral research addressing climate and development challenges at the University of Cape Town. The programme consists of two main stages. During the first year, fellows undertake structured pre doctoral coursework designed to provide advanced academic and research preparation. Years two to four focus on independent thesis research under supervision, alongside continued doctoral skills training. There are 12 fellowships available, with each fellowship connected to a defined research topic and supervisory team. Applicants must carefully review the available topics because the required academic background and research skills differ from one topic to another. Research areas include climate adaptation, urban governance, water infrastructure, energy transitions, biodiversity, sustainable construction, climate modelling, fisheries, smallholder agriculture, education and innovation systems. The programme supports interdisciplinary approaches that connect climate challenges with social, economic, environmental and technological dimensions. Fellowship Benefits • Fully funded four year PhD fellowship • One year of structured pre doctoral coursework • Three years of supervised thesis research • Doctoral skills training throughout the programme • Research supervision from University of Cape Town academics • Fellowship linked to a defined research topic and supervisory team • Assistance with the University of Cape Town PhD admission application for successful fellowship applicants • Opportunity to undertake research addressing major climate and development challenges in Africa • Access to an interdisciplinary academic research environment Research Areas The fellowship includes a range of research topics across climate and development. Examples of the areas covered include: • Climate adaptation and urban governance • Flooding, health and urban inequality • Climate resilient water infrastructure • Energy transitions and electricity governance • Sustainable concrete technology • Climate informed energy systems • Biodiversity monitoring and ecological change • Electric cooking and climate compatible innovation • Climate and development education • Climate resilient fisheries • Smallholder agricultural resilience • Remote sensing and geospatial data science • Climate modelling and quantitative analysis Eligibility Criteria • Must be a citizen of an African country • African applicants living outside Africa are also eligible • Must be under 35 years of age as of February 1, 2027 • Must hold a completed Master’s degree in a discipline relevant to climate and development in Africa • Master’s discipline must match the academic requirements of the selected research topic • Must apply to only one of the 19 listed research topics • Must be prepared to apply for and secure admission to a PhD at the University of Cape Town if selected • Must demonstrate academic preparation relevant to the proposed research topic • Women are particularly encouraged to apply • Applicants with lived experience of displacement or disability are particularly encouraged to apply Required Application Materials • Curriculum Vitae of no more than five pages • Names and contact details of three referees included in the CV • At least one referee must have supervised the applicant’s Master’s dissertation • Academic or research writing sample, preferably from the Master’s dissertation • Bachelor’s academic transcript • Master’s academic transcript • Letter of motivation explaining interest in the selected research topic and programme • Explanation of how previous training and experience prepare the applicant for the chosen topic • Copy of national identification document or passport How to Apply Review the African Climate Collaborative PhD fellowship information and examine the available research topics. Identify one research topic that matches your academic background, research interests and skills. Carefully review the disciplinary background and research requirements for the selected topic. Prepare a CV of no more than five pages, including the contact details of three referees. Prepare a suitable academic or research writing sample, preferably from your Master’s dissertation. Obtain your Bachelor’s and Master’s academic transcripts. Write a motivation letter explaining your interest in the programme and selected research topic and demonstrating how your training and experience prepare you for the project. Prepare a copy of your national ID or passport. Submit the complete application and clearly indicate the single research topic for which you are applying.
UN FAO Internship Programme for Africa 2026
Applications are open for the UN FAO Internship Programme for Africa 2026, an opportunity for young students and recent graduates to gain practical professional experience with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The programme is designed for talented young women and men who want to contribute new perspectives, innovative ideas and recent academic knowledge to FAO’s work. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, commonly known as FAO, leads international efforts to defeat hunger, improve food security and promote sustainable agriculture and food systems. FAO works with countries and partners around the world to support better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life. Through the internship programme, selected participants supplement their academic knowledge with practical work assignments related to FAO’s mandate. Interns are assigned to different areas of work according to their academic background, professional profile and the needs of the organization. About the Internship The FAO Internship Programme is a learning opportunity for students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programmes and for recent graduates. Participants work under an assigned supervisor and complete entry level tasks prepared by the relevant hiring office. The specific responsibilities depend on the Terms of Reference prepared for each internship assignment. Work may relate to different areas of FAO’s mission, depending on the applicant’s academic specialization and the requirements of the hiring office. The programme can help participants gain an understanding of FAO’s mandate, programmes and working environment while applying academic knowledge to practical assignments. Internship Benefits • Monthly stipend of up to US$700 for eligible interns who are not sponsored by a university or another entity • Practical professional experience within the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations • Opportunity to apply academic knowledge to practical assignments • Experience working on issues connected to sustainable agriculture and food systems • Exposure to FAO programmes and the organization’s Strategic Framework • Opportunity to contribute to work connected to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals • Professional experience in an international and multicultural environment • Supervision and guidance from an assigned FAO supervisor • Internship duration of 3 to 11 months • Opportunity to develop communication, teamwork and professional skills FAO notes that accommodation is not provided. Interns or their sponsoring institutions are responsible for accommodation at the duty station. FAO provides medical coverage for service incurred matters, while interns are responsible for arranging medical insurance for matters not related to service. Programme Areas Interns may be assigned to different fields depending on their academic background, professional profile and the needs of the organization. Relevant areas are connected to FAO’s mission and include fields that contribute to food security, agriculture, nutrition, environmental sustainability and resilient agri food systems. Applicants should therefore demonstrate that their studies or academic specialization are relevant to the work of FAO. Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme at the time of application or be recent graduates • Applicants must have obtained or be pursuing qualifications from an accredited or recognized higher education institution listed in the World Higher Education Database • Applicants must specialize in a field relevant to the mission and work of FAO • Applicants must have working knowledge of at least one FAO official language • FAO official languages are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish • Knowledge of a second FAO official language is considered an asset • Applicants must be nationals of FAO Member countries • Applicants should be between 21 and 30 years of age • Applicants should be able to adapt to an international multicultural environment • Applicants should have good communication skills • Applicants should have knowledge of basic computer programmes • Applicants must have appropriate residence or immigration status in the proposed country of assignment before beginning the internship • Applicants who have already completed an internship assignment at FAO are not eligible for another FAO internship • Applicants with a mother, father, sister or brother employed by FAO under any type of contractual arrangement are not eligible Required Application Materials • Completed online FAO recruitment profile • Letter of motivation • Evidence of attendance at a recognized university or a copy of academic qualifications • Employment records where applicable • Academic qualifications • Language skills How to Apply Visit the official FAO recruitment portal and locate the Call for Expression of Interest for the Internship Programme for Africa. Create or update your online FAO profile. Enter your employment history, academic qualifications and language skills accurately. Prepare a clear letter of motivation explaining your interest in the internship and the area of work in which you would like to undertake the assignment. Upload evidence of attendance at a recognized university or a copy of your academic qualifications. Review your application carefully and ensure that all required information and documents are included.
Bennington College Young Scientists Awards 2026
The Bennington College Young Scientists Awards 2026 are now accepting submissions from exceptional high school students around the world who are exploring science through creativity, curiosity, independent thinking, and scientific inquiry. The awards are part of the Bennington College Young Creators Awards, a broader initiative that recognizes original work by students in grades 9 to 12 across several disciplines. The Young Scientists Awards are designed for students who are thinking critically and creatively about STEM and the natural world. Rather than focusing only on conventional scientific projects, the competition encourages students to communicate their understanding of science through original visual work. Submissions may explore scientific concepts, elements of nature, or independent research in ways that demonstrate the student’s own perspective and understanding. The 2026 to 2027 competition is open to students worldwide and is free to enter. Students can compete for cash prizes of up to $2,000, recognition, publication and showcase opportunities, as well as substantial Bennington College scholarships for eligible winners and finalists who later enroll at the College. About the Opportunity The Bennington Young Scientists Awards celebrate high school students whose scientific work demonstrates originality, curiosity, thoughtful investigation, and a willingness to explore questions about the natural world. The 2026 award focuses on the Natural Sciences category. Students are asked to submit a visual illustration that reflects their specific or unique understanding of an aspect of the natural world. This could involve presenting a scientific concept, illustrating one or more elements found in nature, or creating a poster based on independent research. Examples of possible areas include subjects such as pollinator diversity, plant growth, environmental conditions, biological processes, or other questions connected to the natural sciences. The important consideration is that the submitted work should represent the student’s own knowledge, creativity, and scientific perspective. Bennington College reviews submissions for authenticity and originality. Artificial intelligence tools cannot be used to brainstorm, create, draft, revise, or collaborate on any part of a Young Scientists Awards submission. Entries that use AI are subject to disqualification. Opportunity Benefits • First place cash prize of $2,000 • Second place cash prize of $1,000 • Third place cash prize of $500 • Distinguished designation award of $250 for selected strong submissions • Full tuition scholarship for four years for first place winners who enroll at Bennington College • Half tuition scholarship for four years for Distinguished Designation recipients who enroll at Bennington College • $25,000 annual scholarship for four years for finalists who enroll at Bennington College • Opportunity for winning and distinguished work to be featured on Bennington College’s website, social media channels, publications, and other showcase opportunities • Recognition for originality, scientific curiosity, and independent thinking • Free participation in the competition Eligibility Criteria • Open to students in grades 9 to 12 worldwide • Students must still be enrolled in high school at the time of submission • Students who have already graduated from high school are not eligible • Only one submission in the Young Scientists discipline award is permitted per student • Entries must be original work • Entries must demonstrate the student’s own scientific understanding and creative perspective • Each entry must be reviewed and approved by a sponsoring teacher or mentor • Artificial intelligence may not be used in any part of the submission • Grade 12 students must first complete either the Common Application or Coalition Application to Bennington College before receiving the Young Creators Awards submission instructions • Grade 12 students do not need to pay an application fee, and the Bennington application is non binding with no supplemental essays required for this process Required Application Materials • One original visual illustration related to the natural sciences • A submission that demonstrates the student’s own understanding of a scientific concept, element of nature, or independent research • Review and approval from a sponsoring teacher or mentor • Required student and school information through the Young Creators Awards submission process • For grade 12 students, a completed Common Application or Coalition Application to Bennington College before submitting the award entry Students should ensure that their work is entirely their own and does not contain material generated, revised, or developed with artificial intelligence tools. How to Apply Confirm that you are currently enrolled in grades 9 to 12 and meet the eligibility requirements. Choose a subject or aspect of the natural world that you understand well and want to explore creatively. Prepare an original visual illustration that communicates your scientific understanding, concept, natural subject, or independent research. Do not use artificial intelligence to brainstorm, create, draft, revise, or collaborate on any part of the submission. Ask a sponsoring teacher or mentor to review and approve your entry. Students in grades 9 to 11 should complete the Young Creators Awards student information process and submit their entry through the designated portal. Students in grade 12 should first complete the required Bennington College application through the Common Application or Coalition Application. After completing the application, students will receive information about accessing the Young Creators Awards submission process.
Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars Program 2027
Applications are open for the Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars Program 2027, a new residential research opportunity hosted by the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University. The program supports rigorous, policy relevant research focused on urban problem solving and city leadership, bringing researchers into a multidisciplinary academic and practitioner community at Harvard. The program is designed for researchers whose work can contribute to both scholarship and real world challenges facing cities. Selected Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars will spend either one semester or a full academic year in residence at the Bloomberg Center for Cities, where they will receive protected time and support to advance a specific research project. The inaugural program focuses on research that can strengthen the ability of cities and city leaders to deliver results for residents. Areas of particular interest include mayoral leadership and management, organizational capabilities for innovation, evidence based policy, the use of data and artificial intelligence in decision making, high performing teams and cross sector collaboration. About the Opportunity The Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars Program provides researchers with dedicated time, an academic community and practical connections to advance research on how cities solve problems and how city leaders can improve governance and public outcomes. Scholars may undertake their residency for one semester or a full academic year. Their main responsibility is to advance the research project presented in their application. The program also expects scholars to participate in selected activities that connect their research with the broader Harvard community. Each Visiting Scholar is expected to: • Host one research seminar per semester focused on their ongoing work or related themes • Convene a student study group connected to their research twice per month, with monthly office hours • Organize one event, such as a talk or panel, open to the broader Harvard community The program is particularly interested in research that examines the capabilities, strategies and approaches that enable cities and city leaders to solve problems, lead innovation and deliver results. Opportunity Benefits • One semester or full academic year residential research opportunity at Harvard University • Housing near Harvard University • Financial assistance to support sustained research time • Potential support for course buyout or other arrangements that allow scholars to step away from regular academic responsibilities • Engagement with Harvard faculty, students and practitioners • Participation in the Bloomberg Center for Cities intellectual community • Opportunities to share research through seminars and Harvard community events • Student engagement through research related study groups • Opportunity to develop connections within a global community focused on urban problem solving and city leadership • Visa sponsorship may be available for selected scholars, subject to institutional policies and individual circumstances Research Areas The Bloomberg Center for Cities welcomes research from different disciplinary backgrounds that aligns with its mission. Areas of particular interest include: • Mayoral leadership and management strategies • Conditions that enable high performing staff and teams • Organizational capabilities for innovation • Evidence based policy solutions and the capacity required to deliver them • Use of data and artificial intelligence to strengthen decision making • Effective approaches to cross sector collaboration • Urban problem solving and city leadership • Strategies for improving government performance and results for residents Eligibility Criteria • Applicants must hold a doctoral degree, such as a PhD, or a comparable terminal research degree • Applicants must currently hold a faculty or research appointment at a degree granting university or recognized research institution • Researchers from a range of disciplinary backgrounds may apply • Applicants may be at different career stages • Research must align with the mission of the Bloomberg Center for Cities • Applicants must propose a specific research project to pursue during their residency • The proposed research should address an urban problem or city leadership challenge • Applicants should demonstrate a clear research question and appropriate theoretical foundation • The proposed project should include a well developed research design and methodological approach • The research should have potential significance for both research and practice Required Application Materials Applicants should prepare a research proposal describing the project they intend to pursue during the residency. The proposal should clearly explain: • The urban problem or city leadership challenge being addressed • The research question or questions • The theory or theories underpinning the research • The research design • The methodological approach • The significance of the project to scholarship • The significance of the project to urban practice • The expected research outputs • The potential impact of the research Applicants may also be invited to participate in an interview with members of the selection committee. Selection Criteria Applications will be evaluated according to: • Clarity and significance of the research problem • Strength of the research design • Potential contribution to scholarship • Potential contribution to the practice of urban problem solving • Alignment with the mission and thematic interests of the Bloomberg Center for Cities Programme Timeline • Application launch: September 16, 2026 • Application deadline: October 28, 2026 • Selection notification: February 2027 • Residency: One semester or one full academic year The program is the inaugural Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars cohort and is intended to contribute to a lasting community of researchers whose work informs urban problem solving and city leadership. How to Apply Review the Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars Program requirements and research priorities. Identify a specific research project that addresses an important urban problem or city leadership challenge. Develop a clear research proposal covering the research questions, theoretical foundation, methodology, significance, expected outputs and potential impact. Ensure that you meet the doctoral degree and current faculty or research appointment requirements. Complete the online Bloomberg Harvard Visiting Scholars Program application.
Citizen AI Arts and Technology Fellowship 2026 to 2027
Applications are open for the Citizen AI Arts and Technology Fellowship 2026 to 2027, a fellowship bringing together artists and creative practitioners from different generations, disciplines, backgrounds, and career stages to explore the relationship between art, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, democracy, community, and public life. The fellowship provides a space for creatives to examine how emerging technologies are shaping society while exploring questions around creativity, civic participation, ethics, community engagement, and public dialogue. Participants are encouraged to bring perspectives that may be supportive, critical, questioning, experimental, or interdisciplinary. The programme is open to emerging, mid career, and established creatives. Applicants do not need an academic degree or previous experience with artificial intelligence. They also do not need to work directly with AI. Instead, the fellowship is interested in people with an active creative practice and a genuine interest in exploring the connections between creativity, technology, communities, democracy, and public life. About the Fellowship The Citizen AI Arts and Technology Fellowship is designed as a collaborative environment where creative practitioners can investigate the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence, art, technology, democracy, communities, and public life. The fellowship welcomes people working across traditional and emerging creative disciplines. Participants can bring artistic practices that engage communities, create public dialogue, examine technology, explore social questions, or experiment with new approaches to creative work. The programme does not require applicants to share a particular position on artificial intelligence. Instead, it welcomes a range of perspectives and encourages participants to consider both the possibilities and challenges associated with emerging technologies. Fellowship Benefits • $3,000 Year 1 stipend for participation in inquiry, co design, community engagement, and collaborative development • Separate compensation for designated Citizen AI workshops or activities that fall outside the core fellowship commitment • Opportunities for deeper involvement during Year 2 • Potential participation in production and fabrication • Opportunities to contribute to facilitation and public programming • Opportunities to help implement ideas developed through the Year 1 process • Compensation for Year 2 involvement based on the scope and level of engagement Programme Areas Applicants may have experience or interests connected to one or more of the following areas: • Community engaged, socially engaged, participatory, or co creative practice • Public art and placemaking • Creative work in public spaces • Arts based research • Storytelling and public dialogue • Facilitation • Democracy and civic participation • Belonging and community voice • Social, cultural, and ethical questions surrounding technology • Critical perspectives on artificial intelligence • Supportive perspectives on artificial intelligence • Experimental and speculative approaches to technology and society • Community organizing • Education and advocacy • Public engagement Creative Disciplines The fellowship welcomes creative practitioners working across a broad range of disciplines, including: • Visual art • Performance • Public and socially engaged art • Design • Digital media • Filmmaking • Creative technology • Music • Movement • Fibre and textile arts • Writing • Storytelling • Interdisciplinary practice • Other creative forms and practices Eligibility Criteria • Open to emerging, mid career, and established creatives • No academic degree is required • No previous artificial intelligence expertise is required • Applicants do not need to work directly with AI • Applicants should have an active creative practice or sustained engagement in a creative field • Applicants should demonstrate an interest in the relationship between creativity, technology, community, democracy, and public life • Applicants should have experience with, or demonstrated interest in, collaborative, participatory, community engaged, or public facing work • Applicants should demonstrate curiosity about emerging technologies and their possibilities and challenges • Applicants should be committed to respectful, inclusive, and ethical engagement • Applicants must be able to participate consistently in bi monthly fellowship meetings and collaborative activities Required Application Information The current opportunity listing does not specify a detailed document checklist. Applicants should therefore use the official fellowship application form and provide the information requested there. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate: • Their active creative practice or sustained creative engagement • Their interest in creativity, technology, community, democracy, and public life • Their experience or interest in collaborative and community engaged work • Their curiosity about artificial intelligence and emerging technologies • Their approach to the possibilities and challenges presented by technology • Their commitment to respectful, inclusive, and ethical engagement • Their ability to participate consistently throughout the fellowship How to Apply Review the Citizen AI Arts and Technology Fellowship 2026 to 2027 requirements and areas of interest. Confirm that your creative practice and interests align with the fellowship’s focus on art, technology, community, democracy, and public life. Prepare the information requested through the official application form, highlighting your creative practice, relevant experience, interests, and ability to participate. Submit the completed application through the fellowship application platform.
PPG Research Fellowship 2026
Applications are open for the Partners for Public Good (PPG) Research Fellowship 2026, a six month, project based fellowship for early career researchers interested in improving government effectiveness through rigorous research and applied policy analysis. The fellowship provides an opportunity to work directly on research questions connected to public procurement and local government operations while receiving mentorship and professional development support. Partners for Public Good is a nonpartisan organisation that works alongside state and local governments to strengthen the operational systems that influence how effectively public services are delivered. Its work includes areas such as procurement, staffing, budgeting and technology. Through implementation work, applied research and its Procurement Excellence Network, PPG seeks to turn practical lessons from governments into useful knowledge and tools for other jurisdictions. The PPG Research Fellowship is designed for researchers who want to connect analytical and academic skills with real world government challenges. Fellows will conduct policy relevant background research, collect and analyse data, and contribute to publications, policy briefs and other public facing outputs. Selected fellows will work alongside two other fellows under the guidance of PPG staff. About the Fellowship Over the six month fellowship, participants will work on one defined research topic under the supervision of PPG staff. The programme combines independent research with coaching calls, research team meetings, professional development and collaboration. Fellows will also receive support in turning their research into practical outputs. Depending on the selected project, participants may develop literature reviews, datasets, survey or interview instruments, draft publications, policy briefs or conference submissions. Each fellow is expected to complete approximately two to three deliverables during the fellowship. Before the programme begins, PPG and each selected fellow will agree on working hours, project goals, deliverables and expectations concerning data access, use, rights and ownership. Opportunity Benefits • Six month research fellowship • Part time commitment of 15 to 25 hours per week • Compensation of $50 per hour • Benefits where required by applicable state or local law • Mentorship and guidance from PPG staff • Professional development through coaching calls and research meetings • Collaboration with two other fellows • Participation in an in person research retreat • Opportunity to contribute to research publications and policy briefs • Opportunity to strengthen a professional research portfolio • Experience working on practical government effectiveness challenges Research Areas Understanding Public Procurement Through Municipal Data This project examines publicly available information about local government procurement across US cities. Fellows will contribute to research exploring how governments purchase goods and services and identify opportunities for further analysis. The Compliance Web: Layered Governance and Local Implementation This research explores how federal, state and local laws, regulations, funding requirements and administrative processes affect local government operations. Fellows will examine how these requirements can support or constrain effective implementation. Emerging Technology and Government Operations This project examines the use of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies by state and local governments. Fellows will explore what these technologies can reveal about government operations, organisational capacity and opportunities for improvement. Innovative Approaches to Public Purchasing This project focuses on changing approaches to government procurement, including cooperative purchasing. Researchers will examine how and why different purchasing approaches are used and their implications for government efficiency and market participation. Building Local Capacity for Stormwater Management This research examines how communities develop and finance capacity for stormwater management. Fellows will investigate differences across jurisdictions and generate insights relevant to future research and practice. Eligibility Criteria • Early career researchers with relevant research or policy experience • Graduate students, postdoctoral researchers and early career faculty may apply • Research or policy staff and other professionals with comparable experience are eligible • Applicants may be affiliated with a university, think tank, nonprofit organisation or research or policy organisation • Applicants without an institutional affiliation may also apply • Applicants must be able to meet the fellowship time and deliverable commitments • The fellowship requires a remote working arrangement within the United States • Applicants must be able to access a major US airport for the required research retreat Required Application Materials • Resume or CV of no more than two pages • Letter of interest of no more than two pages • The letter should identify one or two preferred research projects and explain why they are of interest • The letter should explain why the applicant is qualified for the selected project • The letter should describe how the applicant would approach the research • Applicants interested in two projects may submit a letter of up to three pages and should identify their preferred project • A work sample • The work sample may be a published or under review research publication or another product demonstrating research skills and expertise Fellowship Deliverables Depending on the selected research topic, fellows may be expected to produce two to three major deliverables during the programme. Possible outputs include: • Topic specific literature review • Dataset compiled from publicly available information • Dataset based on primary research • Survey or interview instruments • Draft research publication • Policy brief • Conference submission How to Apply Review the five available research topics and identify the project or projects that best match your research interests and experience. Prepare a resume or CV of no more than two pages. Prepare a letter of interest explaining your preferred project, relevant qualifications and proposed research approach. Prepare a research work sample such as a published paper, paper under review or another product demonstrating your research skills. Review the application materials to ensure that they meet the required page limits. Submit the complete application through the official PPG application system.