The Israel-Asia Leaders fellowship develops and invests in the next generation of leaders in Israel-Asia relations by providing Asian students studying in Israel with the high-level access, contacts, skills-set and support network necessary to build long-term, strategic partnerships with Israel through their professional careers on return to their home countries.
The program is part-time and is designed to supplement students' existing university study programs while in Israel.
The next fellowship program will run according to the academic year - from October 2012 to June 2013.
Eligibility
- Candidates should be: From one of the following countries: China (includes Hong Kong and Macau), India, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia.
- Candidates from other countries in Asia will also be considered.
- Enrolled on or planning to be enrolled on a program of higher education in Israel over 2012/2013.
Candidates should possess the following:
- High level of English (spoken and written)
- Passion for promoting Israel-Asia relations in your field of interest
- Pro-active with proven leadership skills
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply here or via the apply button in the menu. The link will lead to an application form. The deadline for applications is July 15, 2012. However, applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you not to wait until the last minute to apply.
Interviews for select candidates will take place between July 15 and August 15. Candidates will be notified whether their application has been successful by the end of August 2012.
Once an offer of a place on the fellowship has be made, successful candidates will be required to pay an acceptance fee of $100 to secure their place on the program. This fee will be reimbursed at the end of the program to fellows who have attended all mandatory fellowship activities.
Unsuccessful candidates will be notified by email. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact us.
