Deadline for Application: 10/14/2005

Post Title and Level: Fellowship

Duration: September 1, 2006 - May 2007

Description of functions

As the countries of the world become more interdependent, the Robert Bosch Foundation recognizes the importance of familiarizing American professionals with the political, economic, and cultural environment of Europe and of the Federal Republic of Germany. To further this goal, and to strengthen the ties of friendship and understanding between the United States and Germany, the foundation sponsors a fellowship program that enables young American professionals to participate in an intensive work and study program in Germany. Although a prime goal of this program is the advancement of American-German/European relations, it also contributes to the participants' professional competence and expertise, and broadens their cultural horizons.

The program provides young American professionals (23-34) with executive level internships in the federal government and private sectors in Germany. Seminars in Berlin, Frankfurt/M. and Munich as well as visits to Poland, the Czech Republic, Belgium and France provide an in-depth understanding of issues facing the European Union and Germany today. Candidates are competitively chosen from the fields of business administration, economics, journalism and mass communications, law, political science and public affairs/public policy.



Since 1984, over 300 Americans have been given this unique opportunity. Most Bosch alumni become leaders in their professional fields, and commit themselves to the long-term stabilization and growth of German-American relations.

Requirements

-Only U.S. citizens are eligible. Permanent residents or citizens of other nations may not apply.

-Applicants must be between the ages of 23 and 34 at the time of application.

-Ideal candidates have a Master's degree (or a JD), professional experience in one of the six fields listed in the program description above, outstanding academic records, a genuine interest in Germany and Europe, and active involvement in community affairs and/or public affairs. If the applicant does not hold a Master's degree, at least two years of work experience in a related field is expected.

-Candidates are chosen from the fields of business administraton, economics, law, journalism/mass communications, public affairs/public policy, and political science.

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Website: http://www.cdsintl.org/fromusa/bosch.htm