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Frequently Asked Questions

How many fellows will be selected?

15 total fellows will be selected for the 2025 cohort of the Peering Fellowship.

Can I attend all three peering events?

The Internet Society will only support attendance (i.e. provide airtickets, accomodation, and stipend) for one of the three peering events. If the fellow is able to attend with their own resources, they are welcome to register accordingly and attend.

What does the fellowship include?

∙ Virtual content coverage
∙ Attend an in-person peering event
∙ Technical and advocacy based training
∙ Engagement with industry professionals
∙ Deliver work that supports peering and interconnection advancements in your country or region

How long does the Peering Fellowship last?

The Peering Fellowship lasts for six months, from June to November.

Is there a fee to participate?

No. The Internet Society covers all costs, including academic coursework, online sessions, and other program elements. You’ll just need to supply your own materials and technology devices.

Is there a certificate or similar upon program completion?

Yes. Upon successful completion of the program, all fellows will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Internet Society and partners.

How can I receive updates on this and other fellowship programs at the Internet Society?

We keep all program information up-to-date and will update it on an ongoing basis. We also encourage you to follow us.

I cannot commit to the current cohort timeline. Will there be other fellowship programs?

Yes. The Peering Fellowship will run once a year.

How are candidates evaluated?

Fellows are chosen by the Internet Society Fellowship Selection Committees, composed of leaders from the Internet Society community, the program team, and subject matter experts.

Each candidacy will be reviewed through a two-step evaluation process. After the review process, we will get in touch with every candidate to let them know if they have, or have not, been chosen to move forward with their candidacy.

Does the Internet Society cover visa-related charges?

No. The Internet Society does not offer financial support for visa-related travel costs to the peering events.

Application

Can applicants use generative AI tools when preparing their applications?

While the use of generative AI tools to support the preparation of fellowship applications is not prohibited, these tools should serve only as supportive resources, e.g., language translation, grammar correction, accessibility needs, etc.

Applicants are expected to use their own words and ideas to build an application that accurately represents their experience, expertise, and project vision. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that all information in their applications is accurate, truthful, and relevant to the proposed fellowship program for which they are applying.

When using public AI tools, avoid entering confidential information or personally identifiable information, and ensure that your use of these tools aligns with all applicable data protection laws, regulations, and policies.

If you have questions about these guidelines, please contact [email protected].