Deadline: January 31, 2020.

AKFC is searching for individuals who can demonstrate a commitment to international development, are driven by the desire to make a meaningful change in the world, and are ready to apply their skills and experience to a challenging overseas internship.

Founded in 1989, the AKFC International Youth Fellowship program is a 9-month professional development program for Canadians seeking hands-on experience in international development. The Fellowship includes three unique streams: International Development Management (IDM) and International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM). Fellows are placed with field partners in over 13 different countries.

ELIGIBILITY

All Fellows must meet the following application criteria:

• Hold, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution by April 30^th, 2020, with a record of strong academic performance
• Will not be enrolled in any educational program for the duration of the Fellowship program (June 2020 – February 2021)
• Demonstrated a commitment to international development through related volunteer, professional or academic experience
• Be 30 year of age or under on or before January 31, 2020
• Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident
• Be fluent in English
• Present all appropriate documentation (CVs, degrees, transcripts, references, etc.)

BENEFITS

AKFC covers most of the costs associated with living and working overseas including; travel, accommodation, vaccinations, health insurance, and a modest stipend to cover the cost of living. Successful candidates are required to make a one-time contribution of $1000.00 towards the costs of the Fellowship.

OFFICIAL LINK

https://www.akfc.ca/get-involved/youth-fellows/apply-youth-fellows/