Program Overview
The ICANN Fellowship Program is designed to immerse early-career professionals and students in the world of Internet governance. Selected fellows will attend ICANN Public Meetings in Spain, receiving structured training, mentorship, and the crucial opportunity to engage directly with the global community responsible for coordinating the Domain Name System (DNS).
Key Information
- Host Institution: ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers)
- Location: Spain (Location of ICANN Public Meeting)
- Study Level: Young Professionals / Early-Career Development
- Funding Status: Fully Funded
Program Benefits and Coverage
The ICANN Fellowship Program is Fully Funded, covering major costs associated with attendance and participation:
- Travel Support: Comprehensive coverage for round-trip airfare and accommodation during the public meeting.
- Stipend: Financial stipend provided to cover local expenses while attending the meetings.
- Mentorship: Structured mentorship provided before, during, and after the program to ensure continuous engagement.
- Training: Access to specialized educational content and training via required ICANN Learn courses.
- Networking: Direct, hands-on participation in policy development and extensive networking opportunities within the Internet governance community.
Eligibility
- Age: Must be at least 21 years old.
- Interest: Demonstrated interest or professional experience in areas such as Internet governance, the Domain Name System (DNS), or related policy areas.
- Commitment: Must commit to completing the required ICANN Learn courses as an integral part of the program.
- Prior Fellows: Previous fellows are eligible to reapply, provided they can demonstrate ongoing, active engagement with the ICANN community.
Application Timeline
- Application Deadline: 10 December 2025
- Event Date: Varies (Corresponds to the ICANN Public Meeting dates)
