Princeton in Africa Opens Fellowship for Young Professionals

Young professionals and eligible graduating students can now apply for the 2027-28 Princeton in Africa Fellowship , a programme that places talented participants with organisations working across the African continent.

The fellowship provides an opportunity to gain professional experience while contributing to the work of African organisations in areas connected to development and social impact. The 2027-28 application cycle is currently open.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must be young professionals or current undergraduate students who will graduate by June 2027 .

Candidates must hold, or be on track to hold, a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree from a four-year U.S.-accredited university or meet the programme's stated degree eligibility requirements.

The programme has also removed its previous application fee, meaning applicants do not have to pay the former $75 fee.

What the Fellowship Offers

Fellows receive a housing and living stipend , with fellowship packages varying according to the host placement.

Support can also include certain visas or work permits, medical insurance, medical evacuation and security evacuation insurance, as well as support for the programme's mid-year retreat.

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Areas of Opportunity

Fellows are placed with host organisations working across different sectors and countries in Africa.

The programme combines professional development with practical work experience, allowing participants to contribute directly to their host organisations while developing skills and networks relevant to their careers.

Deadline

Applications for the 2027-28 fellowship close on October 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Daylight Time .

Interviews are scheduled for January 2027, with placements continuing through the first half of 2027. Fellowships are expected to begin between June and August 2027.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should review the eligibility requirements and submit their application through the official Princeton in Africa application system.

Official Application: Princeton in Africa application page

Deadline: October 26, 2026 Who: Eligible young professionals and graduating students Why: Professional fellowship experience with organisations working in Africa Areas: Development, social impact and other fields represented by participating host organisations