To be considered for this one to two year assignment with training, you must be a U.S. citizen, 21 years of age on the closing date of the application deadline, fluent in the language of the country for which you want to be considered, and enrolled in or a graduate of a relevant advanced degree program focused on language or area studies. Experience may be substituted for a degree. You also must be able to obtain Department of State Top Secret clearance and meet Department of State medical requirements. All positions include government housing, travel, and transportation costs.

How to Apply

NOTICE: We are not currently accepting applications for this program.

Once you have established your eligibility and are ready to apply, you must submit two copies of: the following completed Application Form; your resume; a list of any honors, awards, certificates, licenses, etc, you possess; a brief statement addressing your interest in pursuing a Fellowship; official transcripts documenting your education; and two letters of recommendation from individuals who know your related academic and professional experience.

Applications should be submitted to: U.S. Department of State, Recruitment Division, SA-1, 2401 E Street, NW, 5th Floor, Washington, D.C. 20522; ATTN: Fascell Fellowship Coordinator.

Learn more about the Fascell Fellowship Program.

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