Are you a woman in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields seeking an opportunity to advance your career, connect with like-minded professionals, and make a meaningful impact in your community? Look no further than the 2024 Tech Women Program for Emerging Leaders. This transformative program is designed to empower, connect, and support the next generation of women leaders in STEM, providing them with access and opportunities to fulfil their potential and become role models for women and girls globally.
Overview of the TechWomen Program:
Host Country: United States of America (USA)
Category: Training | Fellowships
Eligible Countries: Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, or Zimbabwe.
Reward: Full funding | Accommodation
No IELTS Required
Deadline: January 10, 2024
Program Details:
The TechWomen Program spans five weeks, offering participants project-based mentorships at leading companies in the San Francisco Bay Area or Chicago. During this period, participants engage in professional development workshops, networking events, and travel to Washington, D.C. for targeted meetings and special events to conclude the program.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for the 2024 TechWomen Program, applicants must:
– Be women with a minimum of two years full-time professional experience in STEM fields.
– Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
– Be proficient in written and spoken English.
– Be citizens and permanent residents of eligible countries.
– Be eligible to obtain a U.S. J-1 exchange visitor visa.
– Not have applied for an immigrant visa to the United States in the past five years.
– Not hold U.S. citizenship or be a U.S. legal permanent resident.
Benefits of the Program:
The TechWomen Program covers the following costs:
– Roundtrip international airfare
– Domestic airfare within the U.S.
– Housing during the mentorship period
– Meals and incidentals
– Hotel stay in Washington, D.C.
– Public transportation to the participant’s host company
– Local transportation to program events
Participants are responsible for the cost of non-program activities, such as independent sightseeing and cultural events.
Housing:
TechWomen participants will be housed in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, California, Emeryville, California, or Chicago, Illinois, depending on the location of the participant’s host company. Participants will share an apartment with a fellow Emerging Leader, each having a private bedroom while sharing the living room and kitchen.
How to Apply:
To apply for the TechWomen Program, interested applicants should CLICK HERE TO APPLY to complete the application process.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to join a community of empowered women in STEM, gain valuable experience, and contribute to the global advancement of women and girls in technology. Apply now and be part of the change!
