Are you a mid-career professional navigating the digital world? The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and the Internet Society are now accepting applications for Mid Career Fellowship! This seven-month online program equips 15 global fellows with leadership training, expert mentorship, and cross-sector networking to tackle digital transformation challenges.

Eligibility for the program is open to mid-career professionals in leadership roles within the Internet ecosystem, including those working in technical, policy, economic, or societal fields. Applicants must have at least 10 years of relevant experience, including team or project management, and be actively engaged in addressing digital challenges or navigating digital transformation. They should have a strong interest in problem-solving, multi-stakeholder collaboration, and Internet governance.

The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) is a global organization responsible for developing and promoting voluntary Internet standards, particularly those related to protocols and architecture. Comprising engineers, researchers, and industry professionals, the IETF operates through open discussions and working groups to create technical documents that shape the Internet’s functionality, security, and scalability. The Internet Society (ISOC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring an open, secure, and accessible Internet for all. Founded in 1992, ISOC supports Internet development through advocacy, policy engagement, and capacity-building initiatives.

Application Deadline: April 11, 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and the Internet Society

• Department: NA

• Course Level: Fellowship (Professional Development)

• Award: Access to world-class education, leadership training, and networking opportunities

• Access Mode: Online

• Number of Awards: 15

• Nationality: Open to international applicants

• The award can be taken in: Online (Global Participation)

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to applicants worldwide

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship focuses on leadership in digital transformation, Internet governance, and strategic decision-making.

• Admissible Criteria:

  • Must be a mid-career professional in a leadership role within the Internet ecosystem.

  • Have at least 10 years of relevant experience, including managing teams or projects in technical, policy, economic, or societal fields.

  • Currently work in an organization addressing digital challenges or experiencing digital transformation.

  • Have an interest in problem-solving, multi-stakeholder collaboration, and Internet governance.

  • Must have reliable Internet access and a high level of English proficiency.

  • Be able to commit approximately six hours per week for seven months.

How to Apply

• Candidates must submit an online application form within the application period.

• Applications are evaluated through a multi-step selection process by a committee considering professional, geographical, and gender diversity.

Benefits

• Access to a seven-month intensive leadership program covering key topics such as:

  • Internet Critical Properties and Enablers

  • Digital Transformation and Key Internet Issues

  • Digital Futures and Strategic Foresight

  • Systems and Design Thinking

  • Leadership and Decision-Making

• Live lectures, assessments, case studies, and expert-led seminars on digital geopolitics, advocacy, and communications.

• Cross-sector networking with global Internet leaders and experts.

• Participation in a final symposium showcasing fellows’ projects.

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