Applications are now open for the RIFS Fellows Program 2027 in Germany. This is a fully funded international fellowship for individuals worldwide. The program lasts 6 to 12 months. Selected fellows will be based in Potsdam, Germany, where they will research and work on innovative sustainability ideas at the Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS). Approximately 20 fellows from various countries join the program each year. Individuals with diverse educational and professional backgrounds are eligible to apply. There is no application fee, and IELTS is not required.
Details About the RIFS Fellows Program 2027
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: Potsdam
- Duration: 6 to 12 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 21st June 2026
Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Assistance with housing, Visas
- Travel Expenses to/from Germany
- Stipend for Living Expenses
- Travel Expenses for Family
- Relocation Support
- Health Insurance
Research Area
RIFS encourages applications from a wide range of disciplines around the world, including science, public administration, the private sector, civil society, media, and the arts.
Focus Area
Address the multifaceted challenges of innovation. The applicant’s project must align with one of the three RIF research themes:
- Transforming Human-Earth Interactions
- Sustainability Transformations and Society
- Advancing Transdisciplinarity and Co-Creation
Eligibility Criteria
- Fellowships are open to all residents. Candidates from all over the country can apply.
- Scientists with a PhD or equivalent experience.
- Non-academic staff with 3-5+ years of work experience.
- People from media, the arts, public policy, the private sector and civil society.
- Visionaries with a passion for sustainable change.
Required Documents
- Achievements
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Optional Annex
- Project Proposal
How to Apply?
Applications for the RIFS Fellows Program must be submitted entirely through the official online application portal, which can be found on the official RIFS website. The link is below.
