Are you a mid-career professional navigating the digital world? The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and the Internet Society are now accepting applications for Mid Career Fellowship! This seven-month online program equips 15 global fellows with leadership training, expert mentorship, and cross-sector networking to tackle digital transformation challenges.
Eligibility for the program is open to mid-career professionals in leadership roles within the Internet ecosystem, including those working in technical, policy, economic, or societal fields. Applicants must have at least 10 years of relevant experience, including team or project management, and be actively engaged in addressing digital challenges or navigating digital transformation. They should have a strong interest in problem-solving, multi-stakeholder collaboration, and Internet governance.
The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) is a global organization responsible for developing and promoting voluntary Internet standards, particularly those related to protocols and architecture. Comprising engineers, researchers, and industry professionals, the IETF operates through open discussions and working groups to create technical documents that shape the Internet’s functionality, security, and scalability. The Internet Society (ISOC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring an open, secure, and accessible Internet for all. Founded in 1992, ISOC supports Internet development through advocacy, policy engagement, and capacity-building initiatives.