Applications are now open for the Princeton in Asia (PiA) Fellowship 2026–27 cycle, a unique opportunity for young leaders to engage in cross-cultural exchange and professional placements across Asia. The program is designed to foster mutual understanding between Asia and the United States by placing fellows in immersive roles where they live, work, and contribute directly to local communities.
For this round, the program expects to place around 60 fellows in diverse countries including Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Macao, Mongolia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam.
Program Overview
- Host Institution: Princeton in Asia (PiA)
- Program Type: Paid Fellowship
- Duration: 1–2 years (depending on placement)
- Start Date: Mid to late summer (July–September 2026)
- Deadline: November 1, 2025 (11:59 p.m. ET)
Fields of Placement
Fellows will have the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of sectors, including:
- Education
- Arts and culture
- Sports
- Economic development
- Science and technology
- Public health
- Environmental sustainability
- Peace, justice, and information access
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows receive a living stipend provided by the host organization to cover essential expenses such as:
- Housing
- Food
- Local transportation
- Communication needs
Additional benefits include:
- Comprehensive health and safety resources
- Visa reimbursement (for U.S.-based applicants)
- Pre-departure orientation
- 120-hour TEFL certification (for teaching fellows)
- Membership in the PiA alumni network, connecting fellows with a strong professional and cultural community across Asia and the U.S.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree before the fellowship start date (master’s degree holders are eligible; professional terminal degrees such as J.D., M.D., or Ph.D. are not accepted).
- Be proficient in English (native or near-native fluency required for teaching roles).
- Demonstrate adaptability, cross-cultural curiosity, and commitment to meaningful work.
- Be citizens of any country worldwide (visa requirements may affect placements).
- Knowledge of Asian languages is an advantage but not required.
Application Process
The application involves:
- Online application form with written responses
- Short video submission
- Résumé
- Unofficial transcript
- One confidential recommendation
- Demographic survey
Application Deadline: November 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time)
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