Population Institute: Future Leaders of the World Programme
The programme is a year-long, paid, full-time professional development programme. Fellows participate fully in all organizational activities, working with experienced professionals in seeking practical solutions to population-related problems. This programme provides a challenging opportunity for 4-6 college graduates and graduate students each year to become an integral part of the Institute's staff and its commitment to achieve the worldwide availability of voluntary family planning. The FL programme allows recent college graduates from around the world to develop interpersonal, organizational, public relations, and writing skills while learning about current problems faced by nations around the world, including the U.S., as a result of overpopulation.
Listing Details
Organization Name
Population Institute
Organization Mandate
The Population Institute is an international, educational, non-profit organization that seeks to voluntarily reduce excessive population growth, through universal access to family planning information, education and services. They strive to achieve a world population in balance with a healthy global environment and resource base. Established in 1969, the Institute, with members in 172 countries, is headquartered in Washington, DC.
Address
107 2nd St, NE, Washington, DC, United States, 20002
Telephone
(1) 202-544-3300
Non-profit organization?
No
Countries
Regions
Duration
6-12 months
Age (min)
21
Age (max)
25
Price range
n/a
Application process and requirements
Applicants must be able to demonstrate leadership qualities, international experiences and perspectives, a good academic record and strong writing and oral skills. Candidates should also have a mature sense of purpose and commitment, and must be interested in a career in public or non-profit service. Applicants must have completed at least two years of college and be between 21-25 years old.
Language
Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Portugese, Russian, Spanish, Other
Knowledge of a foreign language is a must.
Funding information
Paid position.
Student status required?
Yes
Type of student status required
Qualifications required
High School or Equivalent