FULBRIGHT - PASSING THE TORCH SCHOLARSHIP & INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2012

WHY APPLY?
The Fulbright Passing the Torch (Fulbright-PT) Scholarship and Internship Program (i.e. FulbrightPT Program) is designed to help high-achieving, disadvantaged university students gain valuable professional experience and build strong relationships with high-achieving professionals and other likeminded, aspiring future leaders. The Internship offers unique opportunities to 1. Grow personally and professionally 2. Get hands-on experience in an Internship project at a professional organization, and 3. Join a network of VietSeed, Fulbright, and U.S. Embassy professionals who strive to make an impact. Fulbright - PT Internship Program The Fulbright-PT Program offers third and fourth-year university students with demonstrated academic achievement and financial need the opportunity to lead an 8- to 10-week-long project working in a nonprofit, government, or private-sector organization. All Interns will receive: $250 for their Internship project A two-month living stipend: $100 per month A dedicated mentor with similarly aligned career interests to support students throughout their Internships

Interns will also take part in: A kick-off team-building day trip with fellow Interns and Mentors Career and personal development seminars and other events hosted by VietSeed and the U.S. Embassy Interns will be expected to: Dedicate 20-40 hours per week for 8-10 weeks from March through April for their Internship Complete a final project as formulated at the start of their Internship Be present at all required events, including but not limited to the: 1) kick-off team-building trip, 2) mid-Internship reflection, 3) career development workshops, and 4) closing ceremony Deliver a final presentation at the closing ceremony Engage in community service Write blog entries about their Internship experience

Fulbright-PT Mentoring Program The purpose of the Fulbright-PT Mentorship Program is to bring students, mentors, and mentors organizations together in a mutually-beneficial partnership. The program serves as an opportunity for students to be connected to a dedicated mentor who will provide continuing support to and collaboration with Interns throughout their projects. Each Intern will be paired with a mentor from our Fulbright-PT Mentor Network based on career and personal interests, as well as geographic preference. Our mentors include dedicated professionals who have successfully navigated through their postgraduate and/or college studies, and have accomplished significant achievements in their careers. VietSeed and the U.S. Embassy will also provide group mentoring through various workshops and seminars. These activities will be designed to provide our Scholars with essential skill training and useful knowledge needed to succeed professionally and beyond.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

The Fulbright Passing the Torch (Fulbright-PT) Scholarship and Internship Program (i.e. FulbrightPT Program) is targeted at third- and fourth-year university students who have shown outstanding academic ability and professional promise despite facing economic challenges. Most Internship recipients come from rural areas and from households earning less than $2,500 annually (for a typical family of four) and are considered to be economically disadvantaged. Eligibility VietSeed Foundation and the U.S. Embassy will jointly evaluate candidates and choose recipients for the Fulbright-PT Program. To be eligible for the Fulbright-PT Program, the applicant must: Be a Vietnamese citizen, as well as a rising third- or fourth-year undergraduate university student Demonstrate significant financial need Document professional preparedness and maturity, as well as leadership and collaborative qualities necessary for succeeding in his/her Internship

Finalists have to submit appropriate documentation verifying their financial situation in order to qualify for a Fulbright-PT Internship. Selection Criteria We seek deserving students with well-developed academic skills needed for them to thrive both during the internship and beyond. Some factors used in evaluating academic achievement include: Grades: Grade Point Average (GPA) from the first two or three years of university and high school GPA, academic prizes and achievements. Essays: In reviewing each students application essay, we look for evidence of logical thinking, intellectual spark, self-determination, and altruistic ambitions. In particular, we will be looking for a) a high level of maturity and professionalism and b) thoughtfulness regarding future career goals, all of which will serve as the foundation for a successful and rewarding Internship experience Recommendations: Professor Recommendations may reveal more about the student from different points of view. These may deal with student performance, how students interact in the classroom and school community, how they compare to their peers, etc.

We do not have absolute standards for any of the criteria listed. Instead, when selecting recipients for the Internship, we try to answer the following questions: Does this student demonstrate significant economic hardship that will hinder him/her from pursuing his/her education plan? Has this student overcome socio-economic obstacles to achieve academic excellence? Does this student have enough motivation and ability to excel in a professional setting and take a lead role in a substantial project?

Other Criteria VietSeed and the U.S. Embassy will also take additional criteria into consideration, such as commitment to fulfill VietSeeds and the U.S. Embassys requirements, if accepted, including participation in a fullday kick-off team-building event, four group training seminars, a closing ceremony, and other planned activities.

HOW TO APPLY?
Make sure you review our Selection Criteria to determine your eligibility before you apply for the Fulbright Scholarship and Internship Program. APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Submit your application documentation before the deadline by email or by post. Deadline for the 2012-2013 Fulbright-PT Program: July 4th, 2012 The documentation includes: Fulbright-PT program application form Copy of High School transcript, University transcript Copy of financial background information, i.e. Certificate of Low-income Household or any other certificate of family financial background issued by local authorities (recommended but not required) Two (02) Recommendation Letters

2. Invitations to interview will be sent to selected candidates within four weeks after the deadline date. 3. The final decision on scholarship awards will be sent to all interviewees during the first week of September 2012 PROGRAMME TIMELINE June 1st, 2012: Applications open July 4th, 2012: Application deadline July 5th July 30th, 2012: Screening process August 1st August 24th, 2012: Interview short-listed candidates September 4th, 2012 Announcement of Internship recipients

APPLICATION FORM To download the Fulbright Scholarship application form, visit our website at www.vietseed.org. Should you have any questions, visit our website or send us an email at info@vietseed.org and/or call Mr. Pham Ngoc Duy Hanoi Program Manager at 097 369 4274.