World Forest Institute-International Fellowship,USA
WFI Fellowship brings professionals in natural resources
Scholarship Name: International Fellowship Program in Forestry and Natural Resources, USA
Introduction: The WFI Fellowship brings professionals in natural resources–such as foresters, environmental educators, land managers, NGO practioners and researchers–to conduct a practical research project at the World Forestry Center. In addition to their specific projects, Fellows participate in weekly field trips, interviews and site visits to Northwest forestry organizations, parks, universities, public and private timberland, trade associations, mills, and corporations. The Fellowship is a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable forestry from the Pacific Northwest forestry sector, and to work with colleagues from around the world. Fellowships are open to any country, and there is a matching grant from the Harry A. Merlo Foundation. Over 75 Fellows from 24 countries have participated to date.
Eligibility:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the field of forestry, natural resources, or other related degree. Alternatively, candidates with at least four years of forest-related work experience may apply.
- Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Initial research proposal on a topic relevant to forestry in the home country. The project should take advantage of forestry in the Pacific Northwest.
- Ability to be self-motivated, to work independently towards a clear research goal or output, and to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Obtain funding for the Fellowship. Download a cost description here.
How to Apply:
Applications are taken year round. Applicants will be contacted by the WFI Director, Sara Wu, to discuss project ideas and Fellowship possibilities.Projects are a key element of the Fellowship Program.Projects submitted to WFI must meet the following requirements:
- The project should take advantage of being located in the Pacific Northwest (PNW). Elements of the project must involve collaboration with PNW forest industry, local organizations, researchers, or communities.
- The project should include elements from both the Fellow’s 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 project must have a tangible outcome, such as a report, manual, poster session, or an event (such as a conference).
Application Form:
http://wfi.worldforestry.org/index/international-fellowship/how-to-apply.html
Important Dates:
WFI brings Fellows in three times each year: February 1, May 1, and October 1. These are our preferential dates, but we are flexible and willing to work with any other schedule you may have. If you are planning for a full year Fellowship, the start date is unimportant. If planning for a shorter Fellowship, we recommend that your stay encompass the summer months (June through October). During the summer months more site visits are scheduled due to drier weather. Applications are due two months prior to the start date.
Source:http://wfi.worldforestry.org/index/international-fellowship.html
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