Are you passionate about technology and looking for ways to enhance your skills while contributing to society? Do you aspire to leverage your tech expertise to make a positive impact and explore new horizons? If so, consider applying for the Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship 2025.

This two-year fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, is designed to kickstart a career in the Foreign Service. It offers academic funding for an IT-related degree, as well as internships, professional development opportunities, and mentorship, ultimately leading to a role as a Diplomatic Technology Officer.


Overview

- Host Organization: U.S. Department of State

- Program Type: IT Fellowship

- Location: USA

- Available Positions: Multiple

- Basic Qualifications: Not specified


Eligibility Criteria for the Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship

To qualify for the Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:


- Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time IT-related degree program at an accredited U.S. institution.

- Community college students pursuing an associate degree must seek admission to a full-time IT-related bachelor’s program for fall 2025 and aim to graduate by spring 2027 after completing four full-time semesters.

- Four-year college/university students must be enrolled full-time in an IT-related bachelor’s program and plan to graduate by spring 2027 after completing four full-time semesters starting in fall 2025.

- Students in an accelerated bachelor’s/master’s IT program must also be on track to graduate in spring 2027 after completing four full-time semesters beginning in fall 2025.

- Graduate applicants must seek admission to a full-time IT-related master’s program for fall 2025 and plan to graduate by spring 2027 after completing four full-time semesters.

- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale at the time of application and throughout the program.

- Successful fellows must commit to a five-year service with the Foreign Service upon completing the program and meeting State Department requirements.


Application Process for the Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship

To apply for the Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship in the USA, candidates must submit their applications online by the specified deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

To start, click the "Apply Now" button on the official website, which will direct you to the Washington Center’s application portal. If you haven’t registered yet, select “Create an Account.” Once in the portal, click on the "Apply Now" tab and choose the FAIT Fellowship option.

Application Deadline: January 21, 2025

For more information, visit the official website.