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⭐️ Scholarship: CEA CAPA Scholarship and Grants

Overview: If you are interested in study abroad opportunities, CEA CAPA offers scholarships and grants totaling over $2 million annually to facilitate study and internships abroad. This program is highly competitive.

• Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in programs lasting three weeks or longer and complete a detailed application process, including essay questions and financial documentation. Eligibility criteria vary, depending on the CEA CAPA scholarship.

• Salary: Scholarship amounts are awarded based on need, program duration, and location.

• Application Deadline: Deadlines vary depending on the scholarship program.

• Link:  Click here

⭐️ Program: World Bank Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program

Overview: The Junior Professional Associate (JPA) program offers entry-level professional experience and exposure to international development. It's a two-year opportunity to work in a multicultural environment with a focus on reducing poverty and boosting shared prosperity.

• Eligibility: Candidates should be under 28 years old, hold a Bachelor's degree, and demonstrate fluency in English. Proficiency in one or more of the Bank’s working languages and strong analytical skills in various fields are also necessary.

• Salary: JPA positions are usually a two-year, non-renewable Extended Term Consultant (ETC) contract with benefits.

• Deadline: May 2024 - June 2024.

• Link: Click here

⭐️ Program: FORA Rise on Board Program

Overview: For intending leaders and change drivers, this program is committed to promoting equity and inclusivity in Canadian boardrooms. It has provided training and board placements to 170 emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds, focusing on gender equity and decision-making influence. Participants undergo extensive training in governance, finance, fundraising, and leadership, alongside mentorship from senior professionals, empowering their personal and career growth.

• Eligibility: 1) Candidates must be aged 18-25. 2) experienced gender-based discrimination. 3) focused on encouraging young women and gender-marginalized youth. Additionally, applicants must reside in Canada throughout the program and demonstrate a commitment to community engagement and leadership development.

• Salary: Participants receive training, a board placement, and mentorship opportunities provided by Fora.

• Deadline: May 5, 2024.

• Link: Click here

⭐️ Program: The Young Diplomat Program

Overview: If you are interested in culture and development, this is for you. The Summer School of 2024 on Cultural Diplomacy, situated in The Hague, Netherlands, explores the profound impact of cultural diplomacy on international relations and community development. It is an opportunity to learn how cultural heritage shapes institutions, states, and personal attitudes, influencing identity politics and fostering global cooperation.

• Eligibility: Applicants aged 18 and above, regardless of educational or professional background. Candidates must submit a short essay on cultural diplomacy, a motivational statement, and a Curriculum Vitae.

• Salary Range: €300 tuition fee required. However, there is a waiver and accommodation scholarship for those who apply.

• Deadline: April 21st, 2024, at 23:59 (CET, Amsterdam Time). 

• Link: Click here

⭐️ Program: Codepathorg × Amazon Next Summer 2024 Technical Interview Prep Program.

Overview: This 10-week virtual course is an amazing opportunity that is designed to equip students with the skills needed to excel in technical interviews and tackle real-world challenges in the industry. The program is tailored to different skill levels and integrates resources from the CodePath Career Center, including interview practice and mentorship.

• Eligibility: Applicants must be 18 years old, enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico, and have completed at least one basic programming course. They must commit to attending classes, allocate additional study time, and adhere to CodePath's Code of Conduct.

• Deadline: May 12, 2024.

• Link: Click here

⭐️ Program: USAC Scholarships

Overview: This is another great opportunity for your benefit as USAC offers scholarships, grants, and discounts totalling over $2 million annually to support students studying abroad. These financial aid opportunities are available three times a year and aim to alleviate study abroad expenses for students enrolled in USAC programs with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

• Eligibility: Participants must be enrolled in USAC programs and meet the minimum GPA requirement. Eligibility terms also vary depending on the USAC scholarship program.

• Salary: Various scholarship options are available.

• Deadline: May 1, 2024 (Fall/Yearlong 2024/25) programs. Winter/Spring 2024 program deadlines have not yet been announced.

• Application: Click here

⭐️ Scholarship: Schwarzman Scholars Program 2025

Overview: The Schwarzman Scholars Program is a one-year fully funded master of Global Affairs degree program at Tsinghua University in Beijing for international students interested in bridging the gap in political understanding between China and the rest of the world. Schwarzmann Scholarship funding also includes $4,000 each to cover the personal expenses of the 200 annually selected candidates.

• Eligibility: Open to scholars worldwide. Applicants must be between ages 18 to 29, proficient in the English Language, Undergraduate studies by August 1 of the enrollment year.

• Application Deadline: April 2024 - August 2024 (US/Global Participants), and January 2024 - May 2024 (Applicants with Chinese Passports).

• Link: Click here 

⭐️ Program: McKinsey Forward in Africa

Overview: Are you in Africa and looking to energize your career? McKinsey's Forward in Africa program offers a free 10-week online learning experience, which comprises digital courses and virtual events designed to equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the future of work. This program has a path tailored for you regardless of whether you are a beginner or a professional seeking new opportunities.

• Eligibility: (1) Applicants must be employed, self-employed, or between jobs. (2) They should possess less than five years of work experience or more than five years without direct management responsibilities. (3) They must be residents of any African country. (4) They must have completed secondary education and possess English Language proficiency.

• Deadline: May 14, 2024.

• Link: Click here.