Joan Shorenstein Fellowship Program/How To Apply (stipend + research facilities)

 

The Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School is pleased to announce the Joan Shorenstein Fellowship Program, a unique opportunity for journalists, scholars, policymakers, and politicians to engage in research and dialogue on the intersection of media, politics, and public policy.

 

Eligibility

The Joan Shorenstein Fellowship Program is open to career professionals from a variety of related fields, including:

– Journalists with at least 10 years of experience

– Politicians with at least 10 years of experience

– Scholars with at least 10 years of experience

– Policymakers with at least 10 years of experience

 

Applicants must be fluent in English and provide TOEFL or IELTS scores if non-native English speakers.

 

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Requirements for the Joan Shorenstein Fellowship Program. 

 

To apply, applicants must submit:

 

– A proposal outlining their research project and goals

– A resume or CV

– Three letters of recommendation

– A writing sample (optional)

 

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Fellows will:

– Publish original work on the Shorenstein Center’s website

– Engage with students through workshops, office hours, and/or speaking events

– Contribute to the center’s research and publications

 

Benefits Of The Joan Shorenstein Fellowship Program 

This program offers:

 

– A stipend (dependent on need and scope of work)

– Access to Harvard facilities and libraries

– Opportunities to engage with students, faculty, and other fellows

– A chance to contribute to the Shorenstein Center’s research and publications

– Enhanced professional network and collaboration opportunities

 

Application Process

The Joan Shorenstein Fellowship Program accepts applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. The program requires applicants to specify their preferred fellowship term or timeframe in their application.

 

Deadline

The review committee reviews applications within 4-6 weeks of receipt. If they find your proposal interesting, they will contact you to request further information, references, and interviews.

 

How to Apply

 

To apply, please submit your application through the Shorenstein Center’s website. For more information, please contact the center’s staff.

 

About the Shorenstein Center

The Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy is a Harvard Kennedy School research center dedicated to exploring and illuminating the intersection of press, politics, and public policy in theory and practice. The Center strives to bridge the gap between journalists and scholars, and between them and the public.