Description:

Princeton in Asia (PiA) is an independent, non-profit organization located at Princeton University. Founded by students in 1898, the program has long been driven by a mission to foster mutual appreciation and cultural understanding by connecting service-minded graduates and partner organizations in Asia through immersive work experiences that transform perspectives and cultivate long-lasting friendships. It is PiA’s vision that through extended exposure to Asian workplaces and cultures, fellows will develop a life-long appreciation for and engagement in this part of the world. We like to think of PiA as “a change in perspective, a job that matters, an experience of a lifetime.”

For the 2015-2016 academic year, PiA expects to offer approximately 135 full-year fellowships in the following countries: Cambodia, China/Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, The Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam. New positions in other countries are always in development and may also be available. PiA offers service-oriented posts in the fields of education, international development (NGOs), journalism and business, with a majority of fellows working as English teachers at universities and high schools. Applicants may also view past fellow reports with more detailed information about specific fellowships (please email piaapps@princeton.edu to obtain the login information).

Applications for the 2015-2016 fellowship cycle are due on November 14th, 2014. Don't forget that all applicants must submit both the online application form (due by 5pm EST on Nov. 14) as well as mail all application materials in hard copy to the PiA office (postmarked by Nov. 14).

Fellowship Adviser: Amy Kehoe

Tel: 847 491 2617

Email: amy.kehoe@northwestern.edu