NBR is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the first class of the Japan Studies Research Fellowship, an intensive, three-month research and professional development program designed for current undergraduate, community college, and graduate students who are interested in or focus on Japan studies, U.S.-Japan relations, and/or Japanese foreign policy.
Fellows receive a modest stipend intended to cover cost of living and round-trip economy class airfare (if applicable) to Seattle from June to August, spend a summer as junior fellows-in-residence at NBR’s Seattle office, participate in an intensive Summer Seminar featuring high-level speakers from NBR’s network of experts, participate in professional development workshops, receive mentorship from Japan experts with related research interests, and receive guidance from NBR editors on a research topic of their choosing.
The Japan Studies Research Fellowship is funded by a generous grant from the Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission.
Qualified applicants for the Japan Studies Research Fellowship will:
· Be a U.S. citizen.
· Be a current undergraduate, community college, or graduate student with an interest in Japan and policy.
· Desire to advance U.S. public policy toward Japan through improved expertise and understanding, or to contribute to the field of Japan Studies and/or policy-relevant scholarly research.
· Be willing to relocate to Seattle for the duration of the fellowship period (June to August), attend the NBR Summer Seminar, and take part in other NBR events, mentorship, and professional development activities.
Individuals who identify as a racial or ethnic minority are encouraged to apply.
To be considered for a fellowship, an applicant must submit the following materials through NBR’s application website:
· A one- or two-page summary resume (full academic CVs will not be reviewed).
· A one- or two-page cover letter that addresses your qualifications for the fellowship and how this fellowship program will contribute to your studies and future career plans.
· A one- or two-page independent research proposal outlining a topic for research, and why the topic is critical to U.S. policy. Please detail your plan for completing your research project within the three-month fellowship period.
· Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary educational institutions.
· A letter of recommendation from an academic supervisor or professor sent directly to project manager Dylan Plung at fellowships@nbr.org.
Learn more about the Japan Studies Research Fellowship and apply at https://www.nbr.org/japan-studies-research-fellowship/
Applications are due April 16, 2023.
You can learn more about the fellowship and apply at www.nbr.org/jsrf.