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Fellowship Program

This position will be a 10-15hr/week unpaid fellowship (a total of at least 40 hours per month), consisting mainly of public engagement and institutional development work and contributions to other committees as needed. The Fellow is expected to attend events, serve as an ambassador for the Institute at public events and forums, and participate in a Ferre Institute Committee (Academic, Fundraising, Engagement, Communication). The Fellow will also document their work and create a portfolio of past and current academic and professional experiences. The fellow will attain exposure to professionals in the field at FIU and within the community and access to stipends, scholarships, mentorships, and travel support. 

  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Minimum 3.0 GPA
    • All majors welcome
    • Must commit to at least one full semester (15 weeks)
  • Application Instructions

    To apply, please send an email with your current resume and Panther ID to Dr. Agatha Caraballo at acarabal@fiu.edu. Applicants will be notified via email to schedule an interview via Zoom. 

    For questions and additional information, please contact Dr. Agatha Caraballo at acarabal@fiu.edu 

  • Fellowship Requirements
    • Commit 10 hours a week for at least 15 weeks
    • Attend at least half of the scheduled events during the semester
    • Serve as an ambassador for the Institute at public events and forums
    • Participate in a Ferre Institute Committee (Academic, Fundraising, Engagement, Communication).
    • Assist with social media & Panther Connect
    • Create a virtual portfolio
  • Interview Preparation

    Students selected for an interview should prepare to answer questions based on the following topics:

    1. Knowledge of the public sector and nonprofit fields.
    2. Understanding of contemporary civic issues.
    3. Ability to highlight their qualifications, skills, and experience.
    4. Ability to utilize technology.