International Affairs Fellowship in Canada 2027-2028 ($110,000 stipend)

Deadline: October 30, 2026

Applications are open for the International Affairs Fellowship in Canada 2027-2028. Launched in 2016, the International Affairs Fellowship (IAF) in Canada, sponsored by Power Corporation of Canada, seeks to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between rising generations of leaders and thinkers in the United States and Canada.

This transformational program enables mid-career U.S. professionals to spend six to twelve months at a Canadian institution to deepen their knowledge of Canada. Individuals from academia, business, government, journalism, NGOs, and think tanks are all encouraged to apply. Prior experience working in or writing about Canada is not required.

Benefits

The fellowship runs between six and twelve months. The program awards a stipend of $110,000 for a period of twelve months (or a prorated amount if the duration is shorter) as well as a modest travel allowance. Fellows are considered independent contractors rather than employees of CFR and are ineligible for employment benefits, including health insurance. No indirect costs can be deducted from the stipend.

CFR assists fellows in finding a host organization that matches their proposed work in Canada. However, all placements are made at the discretion of the host institution. CFR cannot guarantee placement at any specific agency or organization. The fellowship will be a full-time, in-person experience. Fellows should expect to work on-site with their host organization in Canada at least four days per week.

Eligibility

Applicants must be U.S. citizens.

Applicants must be mid-career professionals.

Applicants must have a strong record of professional achievement.

Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to a career in foreign policy and have an interest in U.S.-Canada relations.

Applicants must hold at least a bachelor’s degree.

Applicants must have a U.S. passport, valid through six months after the fellowship end date.

Selection Criteria

Selection as an IAF in Canada is based on the following criteria

Scholarly qualifications and/or professional experience

The merits and feasibility of a research proposal on some aspect of U.S.-Canada relations

Character and personal qualities conducive to promoting cross-cultural communication and cooperation

The contribution the fellowship will make to the applicant’s career development

Application

Interested candidates who meet the program’s eligibility requirements can apply online between September 8-October 30 for the 2027–28 fellowship cycle. Awardees will be notified by spring 2027.

To apply, you will need to submit the following

Basic biographical, educational, and employment information

Project proposal and proposed placements

Two letters of support

Click here to apply

For more information, visit IAF.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Applicants must be mid-career professionals. Applicants must have a strong record of professional achievement.