German Marshall Fund Fellowships and Transatlantic Programs
The German Marshall Fund offers diverse fellowship opportunities, in-residence policy fellowships, and professional growth programs aimed at developing cross-sector leaders and researchers in transatlantic cooperation.
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The German Marshall Fund offers a variety of fellowship opportunities across the organization to build diverse cohorts of cross-sector leaders. Offerings include leadership fellowships for working professionals, in-residence policy fellowships for mid- and senior-level professionals to pursue research in the transatlantic cooperation space, and professional growth and networking opportunities for young professionals.
Specific programs include the Marshall Memorial Fellowship, Transatlantic Inclusion Leaders Network, ReThink.CEE Fellowship, and The Policy Designers Network. These initiatives target different career stages, ranging from emerging young professionals to established policy experts.
In-residence fellowships at GMF include the Fellowship on Turkey, Europe, and Global Issues, alongside specialized offerings such as the Young Strategists Forum held in Tokyo to develop strategic thinkers. The Young Transatlantic Network of Future Leaders and the Brussels Forum Young Professionals Summit further expand professional networks across borders.
The Taiwan-US Policy Program (TUPP) and Taiwan-US-Europe Policy Program provide a two-week framework for future policy leaders from the United States and Europe to gain personal experiences in Taiwan. Participants examine cross-strait matters, Taiwan's global role, and the importance of US-Taiwan relations.
The Global Power Shifts pillar underpins many of these initiatives by combining research, strategic convenings, and leadership development. Core activities analyze the impact of international power shifts on the transatlantic partnership and forge closer links among the United States, Europe, and partners in the Indo-Pacific and Middle East.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Gain direct exposure to transatlantic policy networks and decision makers
Engage in multidisciplinary research and strategic foresight exercises
Build long-term professional connections with peers across the United States, Europe, and Asia
Participate in high-level dialogues such as the Taiwan-US-Europe Policy Program or Young Strategists Forum
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in United States
Programs take place across various GMF offices and partner locations including Washington, DC, Brussels, Ankara, Paris, Bucharest, Belgrade, and Tokyo.
Eligibility Requirements
4 requirements
Documents Checklist
3 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Identify the specific fellowship or leadership program matching your career stage on the GMF website
Review specific eligibility requirements and deadlines for the chosen sub-programme
Prepare required application materials including your resume and statement of interest
Submit your application through the respective program portal or application link provided by GMF
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Review each individual fellowship page carefully, as application criteria and formats differ significantly between the Marshall Memorial Fellowship and research-focused tracks
Clearly articulate your professional background in transatlantic relations or your specific regional focus in your statement of interest
Ensure you meet the specific career seniority level required for the track you are applying to, whether young professional or mid-career
Monitor GMF newsletters and leadership program announcements for updated intake schedules
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Frequently Asked Questions
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GMF offers leadership fellowships for working professionals, in-residence policy fellowships for mid- and senior-level experts, and professional growth opportunities for young professionals.
It is a two-week program designed to enhance the understanding of Taiwan among future US and European policy leaders through direct engagement and on-the-ground experience.
Applicants must review individual program pages on the German Marshall Fund website and submit materials through the designated application channels for each specific initiative.
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