Overview
Each year, the IEEE-USA Government Fellows Committee selects eligible IEEE members - typically two (2) - from a pool of applicants to serve a one-year fellowship. The fellows work on the personal staff of a U.S. Senator or Congressman, or the professional staff of a Congressional Committee. The fellow, along with the Congressional sponsor and IEEE-USA, negotiates a starting date, although IEEE-USA recommends that Fellowship terms run from January 1st to December 31st.
Prior to beginning a fellowship, Fellows are enrolled in a multi-society, two-week orientation program organized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The orientation takes place in Washington, D.C. every September at IEEE-USA's expense
Selection Criteria
To be considered for an IEEE-USA Congressional Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen at the time of selection. Be an IEEE member in good standing at Member grade or higher for at least two (2) years. Student and society memberships do not count towards the two year requirement.
- Possess a BS in engineering or qualified science and 10+ years professional experience; MS in engineering or qualified science and 5+ years professional experience; or PhD/ Post-doc in engineering or qualified science, entering the workforce.
Applicants are evaluated on the basis of:
- technical competence, ability to serve in a public environment,
basic comprehension and understanding of the public policy process, and
- evidence of service to IEEE and the engineering profession.
The Government Fellows selection committee may establish additional criteria. Specifically excluded as selection criteria are age, sex, creed, race, ethnic background, and partisan political affiliations.
Stipend & Travel
During the Fellowship year, IEEE-USA Congressional Fellows receive a stipend of either $65,000 (MS and BS with minimum experience levels) or $55,000 (Post Docs/ PhDs just entering the workforce). PhDs with significant work experience will receive the higher stipend. The Government Fellows Committee has the discretion to determine stipend levels based upon an applicant's experience.
IEEE-USA provides an additional supplementary allowance of $5,000 for travel and relocation expenses; this may be incorporated into the stipend if desired. IEEE-USA will also reimburse reasonable pre-fellowship travel and lodging expenses (with prior approval) related to the AAAS fellowship orientation and assignment interviews. The Fellows or their employers are responsible for the balance of salaries, benefits, and all other expenses.
Application Deadline: 15 March 2010
How to apply
To apply for an IEEE-USA Congressional Fellowship, applicants must complete the application materials and follow the instructions provided.
APPLICATION
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Each year, the IEEE-USA Government Fellows Committee selects eligible IEEE members - typically two (2) - from a pool of applicants to serve a one-year fellowship. The fellows work on the personal staff of a U.S. Senator or Congressman, or the professional staff of a Congressional Committee. The fellow, along with the Congressional sponsor and IEEE-USA, negotiates a starting date, although IEEE-USA recommends that Fellowship terms run from January 1st to December 31st.
Prior to beginning a fellowship, Fellows are enrolled in a multi-society, two-week orientation program organized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The orientation takes place in Washington, D.C. every September at IEEE-USA's expense
Selection Criteria
To be considered for an IEEE-USA Congressional Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be a U.S. citizen at the time of selection. Be an IEEE member in good standing at Member grade or higher for at least two (2) years. Student and society memberships do not count towards the two year requirement.
- Possess a BS in engineering or qualified science and 10+ years professional experience; MS in engineering or qualified science and 5+ years professional experience; or PhD/ Post-doc in engineering or qualified science, entering the workforce.
Applicants are evaluated on the basis of:
- technical competence, ability to serve in a public environment,
basic comprehension and understanding of the public policy process, and
- evidence of service to IEEE and the engineering profession.
The Government Fellows selection committee may establish additional criteria. Specifically excluded as selection criteria are age, sex, creed, race, ethnic background, and partisan political affiliations.
Stipend & Travel
During the Fellowship year, IEEE-USA Congressional Fellows receive a stipend of either $65,000 (MS and BS with minimum experience levels) or $55,000 (Post Docs/ PhDs just entering the workforce). PhDs with significant work experience will receive the higher stipend. The Government Fellows Committee has the discretion to determine stipend levels based upon an applicant's experience.
IEEE-USA provides an additional supplementary allowance of $5,000 for travel and relocation expenses; this may be incorporated into the stipend if desired. IEEE-USA will also reimburse reasonable pre-fellowship travel and lodging expenses (with prior approval) related to the AAAS fellowship orientation and assignment interviews. The Fellows or their employers are responsible for the balance of salaries, benefits, and all other expenses.
Application Deadline: 15 March 2010
How to apply
To apply for an IEEE-USA Congressional Fellowship, applicants must complete the application materials and follow the instructions provided.
APPLICATION
Please quote Scholarization.blogspot.com as your reference when applying for this scholarship
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