Opportunity Title : Princeton in Africa (PiAf) Fellowship 2027–2028 (Fully Funded)

Princeton in Africa (PiAf) connects talented young graduates with organizations working to address important social and economic challenges across Africa.

The 2027–2028 PiAf Fellowship is a fully funded, 12-month placement. Fellows are matched with host organizations based on their academic background, skills, professional interests, and the needs of participating organizations.

The fellowship is particularly valuable for recent graduates seeking to build an international career, gain practical experience, develop leadership skills, and contribute to projects that have a positive impact in Africa.

PiAf receives hundreds of applications and uses a competitive selection process. Applicants may be assessed through their written application, academic transcript, references, interviews, and review by a selection committee.

PiAf has also introduced the PiAf Innovator track, which focuses on supporting opportunities connected to Africa's growing innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Successful fellows receive substantial support during their 12-month placement. Benefits include:

• 12-month fellowship placement with a host organization in Africa.
• Airfare associated with the fellowship placement.
• Furnished and secure housing, including utilities.
• Food and basic living expenses.
• Local transportation and travel support.
• Visa-related support where applicable.
• Communication expenses and other basic on-the-ground costs.
• Medical insurance throughout the fellowship.
• Medical evacuation insurance.
• Security evacuation insurance.
• Ongoing personal and professional support from Princeton in Africa.
• Participation in a midyear leadership retreat on the African continent.
• Additional assistance and guidance throughout the fellowship.

Fellows are expected to live modestly during their placement rather than treat the fellowship as a source of profit.

The Princeton in Africa Fellowship is primarily intended for recent university graduates interested in working with organizations operating in Africa.

Typical requirements and selection considerations include:

• Applicants should be recent university graduates.
• Some successful candidates may also have enrolled in or completed graduate-level studies.
• Candidates must submit a written application.
• Applicants must provide professional or academic references.
• An academic transcript is required as part of the application.
• Shortlisted candidates participate in an interview process.
• Applications are reviewed by a selection committee.
• Relevant language abilities can strengthen an application. PiAf placements may involve English, French, Kiswahili, or other African languages.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong academic, professional, leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Because placements are with different host organizations, the specific skills and experience required can vary from one fellowship position to another.

Applicants interested in the Princeton in Africa 2027–2028 Fellowship should follow the official application instructions carefully.

The general application process involves:

Step 1: Access the application request form
Complete the Princeton in Africa application request form to obtain access to the online application portal.

Step 2: Receive portal access
After submitting the request form, applicants should receive access to the online portal within a few business days.

Step 3: Complete the application
Log into the portal and provide the required personal, academic, professional, and supporting information.

Step 4: Submit supporting documents
Applicants should prepare the required academic transcript and professional or academic references, along with other materials requested in the application.

Step 5: Express interest in PiAf Innovator
Candidates interested in the innovation-focused PiAf Innovator opportunity should indicate their interest through the appropriate section of the application form.

Step 6: Interview and selection
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for interviews. Final selections are made following the fellowship's review and selection process.

Applicants who do not receive the expected follow-up email or who have questions about the application should contact piafapp@princetoninafrica.org.