UN Economic Commission For Africa (UNECA) Internship – Apply. Applications are now open for the UN Economic Commission For Africa Internship. Interested persons should see how to apply below and the requirements.

About United Nations

The English language component of the Indigenous Fellowship Programme (IFP) was established in 1997. It takes place at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva, Switzerland and lasts for 4 weeks, usually coinciding with the annual meeting of the Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (EMRIP).

This internship is located in the Publications, Conference, and Knowledge Management Division, Office of Information and Communications Technology Services Section (ICTSS). The internship is UNPAID and full-time (five days per week for 35 hours), for a minimum duration of four (4) months and can be extended up to six (6) months. Interns will work under the supervision of Chief, ICTSS or his delegated staff within the Publications, Conference, and Knowledge Management Division, Office of Information and Communications Technology Services Section (ICTSS).

Benefits of UNECA Internship

The internship is UNPAID and full time. Interns work five days per week under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

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Requirements for UNECA Internship

Competencies

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Program. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Selection Process

Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration. Due to the large number of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.

How to Apply

Interested persons should CLICK HERE to apply

For more details, visit UN website.

Application Deadline

October 9, 2023

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DAAD Masters Scholarships For International Students 2024/2025. Applications are now open for the DAAD masters Scholarship. Interested persons should kindly Check the article below for how to apply and the requirements.

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)

DAAD scholarship in Germany is a private, federally funded and state-funded, self governing national agency of the institutions of higher education in Germany, representing 365 German higher education institutions (100 universities and technical universities, 162 general universities of applied sciences, and 52 colleges of music and art) [2003]. The DAAD itself does not offer programs of study or courses, but awards competitive, merit-based grants for use toward study and/or research in Germany at any of the accredited German institutions of higher education.

This DAAD Masters Scholarshipsprogramme offers you the opportunity to continue your academic education in Germany with a postgraduate course of study.

This scholarship programme offers you the opportunity to continue your academic education in Germany with a postgraduate course of study. The scholarships are funded by the German Federal Foreign Office.

Benefits of DAAD Masters Scholarship

• Participation in a postgraduate programme after a first undergraduate course of study for the purpose of technical or scientific specialisation
• Specifically, the following is supported:
  a postgraduate or Master’s degree programme completed at a state or state-recognised university in Germany
  or
  the first or second year of study at a state or state-recognised German university as part of a postgraduate or Master’s degree programme completed in the home country or in another foreign country; recognition of the academic achievements rendered in Germany must be guaranteed. The standard period of study of the postgraduate or Master’s degree programme should not be exceeded as a result of the study year in Germany.

Value

• Scholarship payments of 861 euros a month
• Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover
• Travel allowance
• One-off study allowance

Under certain circumstances, scholarship holders may receive the following additional benefits:

• Monthly rent subsidy
• Monthly allowance for accompanying members of family

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Requirements for DAAD Masters Scholarship

Please check if the following criteria are fulfilled:

• As a rule, your university degree should not date back more than 6 years at the time of the application deadline. Please read our important information for scholarship applicants / Section A, point 2.
• Please note that you yourself are responsible for ensuring your application for admission to the German university for your chosen study programme is submitted by the due date. It is therefore important that you find out about admission requirements, application and enrolment deadlines at your host university and regulations regarding entry into Germany in good time. If you have not yet received notification of admission at the time of application, you must submit this before the funding period begins. A Scholarship Award Letter from the DAAD is only valid if you have been admitted to study at the host university named in your application.
• If the degree programme includes a period of study or work placement outside Germany lasting several months, this period abroad is usually only funded under the following conditions:
  – The study visit is essential for achievement of the scholarship objective,
  – the visit does not take place in the home country, and
  – it is no longer than a quarter of the scholarship period. Longer periods cannot be funded, even partially.
• Your application cannot be considered, if you have been resident in Germany for longer than 15 months at the application deadline.

Other Requirements

Language skills

• If the language of instruction is German, the following certificates are usually eligible: TestDaF, DSH, Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz (DSD), Goethe-Zertifikat, Österreichisches Sprachdiplom, telc Deutsch and onSET Deutsch.
• If the language of instruction is English, the following certificates can be submitted, for example: Cambridge English, Cambridge Business, IELTS, ISE, TOEFL iBT, TOEFL Essentials, TOEIC, PTE Academic and onSET English.

In the section ‘Application procedure’ under ‘Application documents’, find out whether specific certification is required for your country of origin.

Selection Process

• As a rule, applicants should have taken their final examinations no longer than six years before the application deadline.
• Applicants who have been resident in Germany for longer than 15 months at the application deadline cannot be considered.
• Notification of admission from the German host university for the desired degree course; please note that you yourself are responsible for ensuring that you apply for admission at the host university by the due date. If notification of admission is not yet available at the time of application, it must be subsequently submitted before the scholarship-supported study begins. A Scholarship Award Letter from the DAAD is only valid if you have been admitted to study at the desired host university.
• If the degree programme includes a study period or work placement abroad lasting several months, funding for this period abroad is usually only possible under the following conditions:
  The study visit is essential for achievement of the scholarship objective.
  The study period is no longer than a quarter of the scholarship period. Longer periods cannot be funded, even partially.
  The study period does not take place in the home country.

Documents Required for Application

• Online application form
• Full curriculum vitae in tabular form (max. 3 pages)
• Statement about academic and personal reasons for the planned study project in Germany (letter of motivation; 1 – 3 pages).
• Letter of admission to the study programme at the host university in Germany. If you have not yet received notification of admission at the time of application, you must submit this before the funding period begins.
• Current overview of grades/ transcript of records with individual grades (to be uploaded under ‘university degree certificates’ in the DAAD portal)
• University degree certificate indicating final grade(s)
• Proof of knowledge of language(s)
• One recent, supporting letter of recommendation

How to Apply

University of Technology Sydney Vice Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship 2023. The University of Technology is now inviting applications for the 2023 Vice-Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship program. See how to apply below and the requirements.

About University of Technology Sydney (UTS)

UTS is a public university of technology defined by their support for the economic, social and cultural prosperity of their communities. They are measured by the success of their students, staff and partners and committed to research, innovation and the dissemination of knowledge of public value. They are, and always will be, an inclusive university. UTS has a culturally diverse campus life and vibrant international exchange study and research programs that prepare graduates for the workplaces of today and the future.

The Vice-Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship was established to attract top achieving financially disadvantaged high school students to UTS undergraduate degrees.

Benefits of UTS Vice-Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship

• Scholarship value is $12,500 per year for the standard duration of UTS Course

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Requirements for UTS Vice-Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship

To be eligible for the Scholarship, an applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Australian or New Zealand citizen, or the holder of an Australian permanent resident visa or permanent humanitarian visa; and
• Current school leaver; or gap year student who graduated in the previous year, where no tertiary study was undertaken in the gap year; and
• Have received an offer through UAC for a UTS undergraduate degree; and
• Intended full-time enrolment in a UTS undergraduate degree, which is their first undergraduate degree; and
• Academic excellence in the final year of high school (ATAR of 90.0 or above, excluding bonus points); and
• Have applied for and/or been assessed under the Equity Scholarship or Educational Access Scheme via UAC, and therein demonstrated financial disadvantage (at the time of Scholarship selection).

Selection Process

Selection process:

• Demonstrated financial disadvantage (through the UAC Equity Scholarship or Educational Access Scheme application)
• Academic excellence at year 12 level, ranked in ATAR order, excluding bonus points.
• First UAC preference to a UTS undergraduate course at the time of selection will be highly regarded
• Candidates who have applied using the optional UTS online Elite School Leaver’s Scholarships Application form will be highly regarded.
  • Motivation to succeed in the chosen degree program, as demonstrated in the Scholarship application or as determined by UTS
  • Initiative in personal and professional life, as demonstrated in the Scholarship application or as determined by UTS

These scholarships are awarded automatically following the release of ATAR results in December, although you must be enrolling as a local student and have a University of Technology Sydney course preference on your UAC application to be eligible.

How to Apply

Interested persons should CLICK HERE to apply

FAOU Internship Program 2023/2024 – Apply Here. Applications are now open for FAOU Internship program. Interested persons should see how to apply below and the requirements.

About Fatima Al-Fihri Open University (FAOU)

Fatima Al-Fihri Open University (FAOU) is an international non-profit educational institution established online in Feb, 2016. Since then, it has been growing at an incredible pace. Currently, it has a team of multinational youths working in various countries worldwide and passionately committed to its goal of creating an inclusive learning environment that elevates the students and gives meaning to their educational experiences.

FAOU’s Internship Program offers a unique opportunity for youth from all corners of the world to gain professional experience within an international team. Established in 2017, this remote program has hosted over 700 interns and 50 Ambassadors from 140 countries.

Work flexibly from anywhere while studying or working on other commitments! The internship program is free, ensuring accessibility for all passionate individuals. There are 8 positions available for the Autumn Internship, including roles in Human Resources, Communications, Marketing, Social Media, Partnership, and more.

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Benefits of FAOU Internship Program

• No program fees;
• Flexible working time (around 8 hours a week);
• Certificate of completion at the end of the program;
• Remotely Training during the program;
• Support to apply for scholarships or to participate in other programs and events;
• Dynamic global work environment with FAOU senior team’s support;
• Opportunity to build a diverse network with active professionals from all over the world;
• Boost your confidence and develop soft skills like management and communication skill, leadership skill.

Requirements for FAOU Internship Program

Below are the requirements for the internship program

• Proficiency in the English language;
• Basic understanding of computer applications;
• Access to the internet at least twice a week;
• Ability to learn and act in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team;
• High motivation to learn and grow professionally;
• Ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

How to Apply

Interested Persons should CLICK HERE to apply.

Closing Date For Application

September 20, 2023

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Wageningen University Africa Scholarship Program 2024-2025. Wageningen University is now inviting applications for the 2024 Africa Scholarship Program. See how to apply below and the requirements.

About Wageningen University

Wageningen University & Research is a collaboration between Wageningen University and the Wageningen Research foundation. The strength of Wageningen University & Research lies in its ability to join the forces of specialised research institutes and the university. It also lies in the combined efforts of the various fields of natural and social sciences. This union of expertise leads to scientific breakthroughs that can quickly be put into practice and be incorporated into education.

The Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP) offers talented and motivated students from Africa the unique opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at Wageningen University and to support capacity building in Africa. With this programme, Wageningen wants to support capacity building in Africa by attracting excellent students for a 2-years master’s program

Benefits of Wageningen University Africa Scholarship Program

• Travel to and from Wageningen
• Living allowance for 2 years
• Tuition fee
• Visa costs and costs for health insurance
• Budget to visit one seminar/conference in Europe
• Participation in the ‘Reach your full potential’ programme

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Requirements for Wageningen University Africa Scholarship Program

• You are a citizen of an African country.
• You have applied for one the master’s programmes of Wageningen University & Research before the given deadline. Please see: How can I apply for the master’s programme?
• You are uncondittionally amitted to this MSc programme.
• You are an excellent and a proven top 5% student with a First class honours degree and a GPA of 80% or higher in a Bachelor degree.

If you do not meet one of the above requirements, you are not eligible for the Africa Scholarship Programme and you will not be invited for the selection procedure.

Selection Process

The selection procedure for this scholarship is based on invitation. It’s not possible to apply directly.

Important dates at a glance:

• February 1 2024: Deadline to apply for an MSc programme
• March 21, 2024: Invitation of selected candidates to take part in the further selection process (approx. 40 candidates will be selected)
• April 4, 2024: Deadline of the assignment
• April 17, 2024: Decision about invitation online interviews communicated (approx. 20 candidates will be interviewed)
• April 23 – May 3, 2024: MS Teams interviews
• May 13, 2024: Results of the selection process communicated

Documents Required for Application

• Bachelor’s degree
• Transcript of academic records
• Proof of English proficiency
• Curriculum Vitae
• (Optional) Personal Statement regarding prior education

How to Apply

Interested persons should CLICK HERE to apply

KAIST Scholarship Program for International Students 2023 – Apply. Applications are now open for the KAIST Scholarship program for international students. Check below for how to apply and the requirements.

About Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)

KAIST (formerly the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) is a national research university located in Daedeok Innopolis, Daejeon, South Korea. KAIST was established by the Korean government in 1971 as the nation’s first public, research-oriented science and engineering institution   KAIST also has been internationally accredited in business education, and hosting the Secretariat of AAPBS.

The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology – the country’s national research university is offering full scholarships international Masters and PhD students willing to study in South Korea.

The KAIST scholarship is offered to 94% of all admitted students into the university, thereby giving applicants a high chance of securing funding.

KAIST Scholarship offers international students from all over the world the unique opportunity to study in South Korea. The beautiful cities, welcoming people, multicultural and historical heritages are all there for your exploration once your application is successful.

Benefits of KAIST Scholarship Program

• Tuition Grant: 4 semesters for Master’s degree candidates, 10 for Master’s-Ph.D. integrated degree candidates, 8 semesters for Ph.D. degree candidates
• Monthly Stipend Guarantee: KRW 350,000 for Master’s programs and KRW 400,000 for Ph.D. programs
• Monthly National Health Insurance Premium: actual cost

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Requirements for KAIST Scholarship Program

The eligibility requirements of KAIST Scholarship include the following;

• Candidates must be international student who do NOT hold Korean citizenship.
• Candidates must have Bachelor’s degree or equivalent standard by the start of the course for the Master’s or Master’s-Ph.D. degree program application
• Candidates must have Master’s degree or equivalent standard by the start of your course for the Ph.D. degree program application
• Equivalent Standards of the Korean Bachelor’s Degree
  • a.University degree requiring four years of study
  • b.Three-year Bologna compliant Bachelor’s degree
  • c.The first cycle qualification in the framework of qualifications for the European Higher Education Area (EHEA)
  • d.Bachelor’s degree with honors in British pattern education
  • e.Cases other than the above frameworks must ADDITIONALLY provide a report on Academic Credential Assessment for Admission from KARIC
  • (Korea Academic Recognition Information Center)
• All the applicants must provide at least one of the following English proficiency test (EPT) scores: The scores must be valid as of the online application deadline;
• • TOEFL iBT
  • IELTS
  • TOEIC
  • TEPS

* Test scores from Institutional Testing Program (ITP) are NOT accepted

* Programs that do not require EPT score: GDI-ITTP track, KINS-KAIST, RCA-KAIST

Other Requirements

• You are able to request a waiver of the requirement to prove an EPT score if you meet one of the following conditions:
  • You do not need to provide an EPT score if you hold citizenship of the following countries. OR have completed an academic qualification equivalent to the Bachelor’s degree or higher from the following countries:
•  Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Malta, New Zealand, St Kitts, St Lucia, St Vincent, Trinidad and Tobago, U.K., U.S.A.
• You do not need to provide an EPT score if you hold citizenship of the following countries AND have completed an academic qualification equivalent to the Bachelor’s degree or higher in English as the medium of instruction from the following countries:
• • • A certificate from the undergraduate or graduate school attended indicating English as the medium of instruction must ADDITIONALLY be provided. e.g., English Lecture Certificate
• Botswana, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Federated States of Micronesia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Republic of South Africa, Sudan, Republic of South Sudan, Tanzania, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Documents Required for Application

• Academic transcripts
• English Language Proficiency
• Recommendation Letters

Application Deadline

September 14, 2023

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