Internet Governance WG: Fellowship 2017

Internet Governance WG: Fellowship 2017

The ISOC SF-Bay Area Chapter Internet Governance Working Group is offering a volunteer fellowship position to a graduate/postdoctoral student who has interest in Internet governance issues, including technical, legal, economic, social and human rights aspects.

The fellowship will be for a one year appointment beginning in September 1, 2017.

Fellows can expect the following responsibilities, tasks, and experiences:

  • Gain firsthand experience and specialized knowledge in internet governance
  • Be mentored and trained by the chair of the ISOC IG WG
  • Research, write, and edit policy briefs and white papers
  • Prepare external and internal outreach materials and blog posts
  • Help organize meetings, workshops, and symposia
  • Meet and network with leading experts in the field of internet governance through participation in meetings, workshops, and symposia

 

Application Deadline

Deadline for application is August 18, 2017 at 11:59 pm PT.

 

Application Materials

  • Cover Letter detailing research interests and experience in internet governance
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Writing Sample (e.g., blog post, research article, white paper)

 

Application Instructions

Please email Dr. Brandie Nonnecke the above application materials by 11:59 pm PT August 18, 2017. Please include the following in the subject line: ISOC SF-Bay Area IG WG Fellowship Application.