Are you a young content creator interested in digital media, ethical storytelling, social media, and responsible use of technology? The i-SEA Fellowship 2026 in Singapore offers an exciting opportunity to learn from industry experts, connect with other young creators, and gain international experience.
The fellowship is a fully funded, month-long hybrid programme that combines online learning with an in-person experience in Singapore. A total of 40 young content creators will be selected to participate.
The Singapore component is scheduled for 7–12 December 2026, and selected fellows will receive funding to participate.
i-SEA Fellowship 2026 Overview
- Programme: i-SEA Fellowship 2026
- Location: Singapore
- Singapore Programme: 7–12 December 2026
- Duration: Approximately one month, including online activities
- Number of Fellows: 40
- Funding: Fully funded
- Application Fee: Free
- Application Deadline: 30 August 2026
About the i-SEA Fellowship
The i-SEA Fellowship is designed for young student content creators who want to develop their skills in digital storytelling, information integrity, media, and responsible AI.
The programme is organized by the Centre for Information Integrity and the Internet (IN-cube) at Nanyang Technological University’s Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, in partnership with the Temasek Foundation and the NTU ASEAN, China and India (ACI) Mobility Fund.
Participants will take part in online masterclasses and mentorship before travelling to Singapore for an intensive week of workshops, networking activities and an international hackathon.
What Is Covered?
The fellowship provides selected participants with funding for their participation in the Singapore programme.
Benefits include:
- Fully funded participation in Singapore
- Travel support
- Accommodation during the Singapore programme
- Expenses associated with the programme
- Online masterclasses with industry experts
- Mentorship opportunities
- Industry visits
- Workshops and networking opportunities
- Participation in an international hackathon
Participants may also have the opportunity to visit major media and technology organizations, including TikTok, MediaCorp and SPH Media.
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship has specific eligibility requirements. Applicants applying from outside Singapore should generally meet the following criteria:
- Be between 18 and 25 years old
- Be a citizen or resident of an eligible country in Southeast Asia, China or India
- Be currently enrolled in a junior college, polytechnic, university or another post-secondary institution
- Obtain a nomination or endorsement from their educational institution
- Have at least 1,000 followers on a social media platform
- Have a consistent history of posting content
- Be active on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube or other social media platforms
- Be available to participate in the full fellowship programme
Singaporean applicants may be eligible from age 16, subject to the programme’s requirements.
Who Is This Fellowship For?
The i-SEA Fellowship may be particularly suitable for students who are already creating content and want to take their work to an international level.
It could be a good fit if you are interested in:
- Social media and digital content creation
- Journalism and communication
- Ethical storytelling
- Media literacy and information integrity
- Responsible artificial intelligence
- Digital innovation
- Building an international network of young creators
Having an established social media presence is important because applicants are expected to have at least 1,000 followers and demonstrate regular content creation.
How to Apply for the i-SEA Fellowship 2026
Applications are free, and eligible applicants should submit their applications through the official i-SEA Fellowship application platform.
Application Deadline: 30 August 2026
APPLY FOR THE i-SEA FELLOWSHIP 2026
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