The NBR Undergraduate Diversity Fellowship program encourages the applications of students who are members of groups historically underrepresented in the think tank and policymaking communities and are interested in a career in international affairs.

Qualified applicants for the Undergraduate Diversity Fellowship will:

• Be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Be a community college student, freshman, sophomore, or junior in college with an interest in Asia and U.S. foreign policy

Application Requirements

To be considered for a fellowship, an applicant must submit the following materials through NBR’s application website:

• Three required essay questions of no more than 250 words each:
  1. What does this diversity fellowship personally mean to you? How would it help you succeed in school and in your career?
  2. How did you get interested in Asia and foreign policy, and which topics interest you the most?
  3. How has your involvement in community activities and educational, life, and/or work experience contributed to your personal growth?
• Answers to supplemental questions:
  1. Will you be able to be physically located in Washington, D.C., June through August?
  2. Do you have any relevant work, volunteer, internship, or fellowship experiences? Please list any applicable organization, dates, and responsibilities.
• An unofficial transcript from your current university.
• A letter of recommendation from a professor or academic supervisor.
• A letter of recommendation from someone who can discuss your personal qualities and potential.

The application period for 2023 is now closed.