American India Foundation (AIF) invites applications for AIF William J. Clinton Fellowship 2021-22. Last date to apply for the fellowship program is January 20, 2021.
American India Foundation is a philanthropy platform that connects the world’s two largest democracies and provides a trusted bridge for meaningful participation in India’s democratic and economic growth for both Americans and Indians.
The William J. Clinton Fellowship program is a 10-month volunteer service program matching young professionals with development organizations. Selected candidates get the opportunity to work on developmental projects in the fields of education, livelihoods, and public health.
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William J. Clinton Fellowship Program 2021: Highlights
| Name of the Fellowship Program | William J. Clinton Fellowship Program |
| Founded by | American India Foundation |
| Awarded to | Graduate within the age of 21-34 years |
| Benefits | Monthly stipend, travel allowances and insurance coverage |
| Validity | 10 months |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official website | aif.org/fellowship |
William J. Clinton Fellowship Program 2021: Eligibility
Below are the conditions that set the eligibility for the fellowship:
- Applicants must be a permanent citizen of India or United States
- Applicants must have completed their Graduate degree and must be within the age of 21-34 years
- Have deep interest, commitment and passion to economic and social development in India
William J. Clinton Fellowship Program 2021: How to Apply?
Students can apply for the fellowship program via online mode, Below are the steps to be followed for applying:
Step 1: Visit the official website aif.org/fellowship
Step 2: Register yourself in the portal with valid email ID and contact number
Step 3: Upon receiving the confirmation mail, scroll to the William J. Clinton Fellowship and tick the award
Step 4: Check the rules and regulations for the program and click on the application form
Step 5: Fill in the application form with all required details
Step 6: Submit the form and download it for future reference
William J. Clinton Fellowship Program 2021: Selection Process
The Selection process for the fellowship contains 2 rounds:
| Rounds | Details |
|---|---|
| A | Longlisting: After the submission of the application, the foundation party will shortlist the applications on the basis of the credit and experience they have gained on their field. |
| B | Personal Interview: Once the application has been shortlisted, they will be called for an interview either in the United States or India with 2 reference letters. |
Based on these interviews and an assessment of which candidates have the strongest alignment of skills required for the projects, the final Fellowship cohort will be selected.
William J. Clinton Fellowship Program 2021: Terms and Conditions
Fellows will be officially admitted and offered a place into the program in June/July by AIF. The exact dates will be shared with finalists during the selection process.
Many organizations in India follow a 6-day work week, or work on alternate weekends. The length of the work day may also differ depending on the host organization or current ongoing work. Fellows are expected to abide fully by their host organization’s work schedule and workplace policies.
The William J. Clinton Fellowship program will also benefit the shortlisted candidates in following ways:
- Domestic travel from their hometowns in India
- Insurance coverage
- Emergency support
- Monthly living stipend
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