Overview
The World Forestry Center was established in 1964 as a private, non-profit educational organization. Located in Portland, Oregon, USA, the World Forestry Center operates three programs: the Forest Discovery Center museum; demonstration tree farms; and the World Forest Institute. The board of directors hail from 20 countries and members represent some of the region’s leading forestry corporations, academic and research institutions, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
The WFI Fellowship Program brings forestry and forest products professionals from around the world to work at the World Forest Institute for 6 to 12 months. Over 80 Fellows from 25 countries have participated in the program.
The Fellowship Program offers participants many opportunities, such as:
•Conducting studies in the Pacific Northwest related to forestry
•Meeting with many different forestry organizations and corporations
•Building a network of forestry contacts, and
•Promoting the dissemination and exchange of information regarding global forest resources and their utilization
How to apply
1. Develop Project Proposal
Projects submitted to WFI must meet the following requirements:
~ The project should take advantage of being located in the Pacific Northwest. Elements of
the project must involve collaboration with PNW forest industry, local organizations,
researchers, or communities, etc.
~ The project should include elements from both the Fellows home country and the US.
For example, the project could make a comparison/contrast case study from examples
in both countries.
~ The project must be able to be completed within the time frame that the Fellow will be here.
WFI does not fund work that occurs in locations other than at our center.
~ WFI does not fund field trials as we do not have laboratory facilities available at our location.
Most Fellows conduct projects that involve collecting qualitative data and involve surveys,
interviews, literature review, shadowing, conferences, and networking. The emphasis
should be on practical applications.
~ The project must have a tangible outcome, such as a report, manual, poster session,
or an event (conference).
2. Obtain Funding for Fellowship
For a full year fellowship (12 months) the Program Cost is $20,000 USD. The following apply:
~ The Program Cost is prorated for shorter Fellowships (for example, a six-month
Fellowship costs $10,000).
~ The Fellowship Program Cost is used to pay Fellows’ salaries, provide work space, and cover other program related costs (travel, support staff, etc).
~ 50% of this cost is paid by the Harry A. Merlo Foundation in the form of a matching grant.
~ 50% of this cost is paid by sources secured by the Fellow. This amount is due prior to or upon arrival to WFI.
~ Due to the high number of requests, WFI cannot help applicants to secure their portion of the fellowship fee.
3. After Approval from WFI, Apply for a J-1 Visa
WFI Fellows come to the US under a J-1 Trainee visa. It is necessary to use the services of a visa company to obtain this type of visa. Important: You cannot go directly to the embassy for a J1 visa application. WFI staff will assist you in the application process. There is a cost for the visa. WFI’s matching grant from the Harry Merlo Foundation can pay for 50% of the program fee. WFI cannot pay any money towards the SEVIS fee, dependent fees, extension fees or travel. WFI cannot provide full scholarships.
Fellow Benefits and Salary
Fellows receive a monthly stipend of US $1,000 after tax withholdings. The Fellowship salary is sufficient to cover basic living expenses such as rent and food. Not all expenses are covered, such as air travel, optional car purchase and insurance. Fellows are encouraged to obtain supplementary funding to cover these additional costs. Visa and health insurance fees are extra and currently exceed $1500 (50% is paid by the Harry Merlo Foundation).
Fellows receive:
~ An all-zone public transportation permit
~ Work area with computer, private phone line, and high speed internet access
~ Flexible schedule with vacation and sick days
~ Support from two full-time staff, the WFI Director and Fellowship Program Manager
~ Personal orientation to Portland, including assistance with housing arrangements
Further Information
If you would like additional information, please contact
WFI Program
4033 SW Canyon Road
Portland, Oregon 97221
U.S.A.
Email: swu@worldforestry.org
wbsite: wfi.worldforestry.org
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this fellowship
The World Forestry Center was established in 1964 as a private, non-profit educational organization. Located in Portland, Oregon, USA, the World Forestry Center operates three programs: the Forest Discovery Center museum; demonstration tree farms; and the World Forest Institute. The board of directors hail from 20 countries and members represent some of the region’s leading forestry corporations, academic and research institutions, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
The WFI Fellowship Program brings forestry and forest products professionals from around the world to work at the World Forest Institute for 6 to 12 months. Over 80 Fellows from 25 countries have participated in the program.
The Fellowship Program offers participants many opportunities, such as:
•Conducting studies in the Pacific Northwest related to forestry
•Meeting with many different forestry organizations and corporations
•Building a network of forestry contacts, and
•Promoting the dissemination and exchange of information regarding global forest resources and their utilization
How to apply
1. Develop Project Proposal
Projects submitted to WFI must meet the following requirements:
~ The project should take advantage of being located in the Pacific Northwest. Elements of
the project must involve collaboration with PNW forest industry, local organizations,
researchers, or communities, etc.
~ The project should include elements from both the Fellows home country and the US.
For example, the project could make a comparison/contrast case study from examples
in both countries.
~ The project must be able to be completed within the time frame that the Fellow will be here.
WFI does not fund work that occurs in locations other than at our center.
~ WFI does not fund field trials as we do not have laboratory facilities available at our location.
Most Fellows conduct projects that involve collecting qualitative data and involve surveys,
interviews, literature review, shadowing, conferences, and networking. The emphasis
should be on practical applications.
~ The project must have a tangible outcome, such as a report, manual, poster session,
or an event (conference).
2. Obtain Funding for Fellowship
For a full year fellowship (12 months) the Program Cost is $20,000 USD. The following apply:
~ The Program Cost is prorated for shorter Fellowships (for example, a six-month
Fellowship costs $10,000).
~ The Fellowship Program Cost is used to pay Fellows’ salaries, provide work space, and cover other program related costs (travel, support staff, etc).
~ 50% of this cost is paid by the Harry A. Merlo Foundation in the form of a matching grant.
~ 50% of this cost is paid by sources secured by the Fellow. This amount is due prior to or upon arrival to WFI.
~ Due to the high number of requests, WFI cannot help applicants to secure their portion of the fellowship fee.
3. After Approval from WFI, Apply for a J-1 Visa
WFI Fellows come to the US under a J-1 Trainee visa. It is necessary to use the services of a visa company to obtain this type of visa. Important: You cannot go directly to the embassy for a J1 visa application. WFI staff will assist you in the application process. There is a cost for the visa. WFI’s matching grant from the Harry Merlo Foundation can pay for 50% of the program fee. WFI cannot pay any money towards the SEVIS fee, dependent fees, extension fees or travel. WFI cannot provide full scholarships.
Fellow Benefits and Salary
Fellows receive a monthly stipend of US $1,000 after tax withholdings. The Fellowship salary is sufficient to cover basic living expenses such as rent and food. Not all expenses are covered, such as air travel, optional car purchase and insurance. Fellows are encouraged to obtain supplementary funding to cover these additional costs. Visa and health insurance fees are extra and currently exceed $1500 (50% is paid by the Harry Merlo Foundation).
Fellows receive:
~ An all-zone public transportation permit
~ Work area with computer, private phone line, and high speed internet access
~ Flexible schedule with vacation and sick days
~ Support from two full-time staff, the WFI Director and Fellowship Program Manager
~ Personal orientation to Portland, including assistance with housing arrangements
Further Information
If you would like additional information, please contact
WFI Program
4033 SW Canyon Road
Portland, Oregon 97221
U.S.A.
Email: swu@worldforestry.org
wbsite: wfi.worldforestry.org
Please kindly mention Scholarization.blogspot.com when applying for this fellowship
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