Hungarian Institute of International Affairs (HIIA) Future Leaders Program 2026

  • Published: June 04, 2026
  • Deadline: June 30, 2026
  • Category: Bachelors
  • Oppotunity Locations: Hungary

Hungarian Institute of International Affairs (HIIA) is currently accepting applications for its Future Leaders Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

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About HIIA - Future Leaders Program

The Future Leaders Program is a professional fellowship designed to develop the next generation of foreign policy experts, researchers, and international affairs professionals.Hosted by the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs, the program combines academic research, policy analysis, leadership development, and practical professional experience. Fellows work closely with researchers and project teams while contributing to policy discussions and strategic research initiatives.The fellowship is conducted in English and requires intensive in-person participation at HIIA headquarters in Budapest.

Benefits of HIIA - Future Leaders Program

Selected fellows receive:

  • Professional mentorship
  • Practical research experience
  • Access to foreign policy networks
  • Leadership development training
  • Public speaking and media skills training
  • Participation in policy discussions
  • Experience working in a leading think tank
  • Opportunities to contribute to policy publications and research projects

International participants may also receive additional support.

HIIA - Future Leaders Program Requirements

Recent graduates (minimum: bachelor’s degree) with an interest in foreign policy. Required or acceptable Degrees as follows (related fields will be considered on an individual basis):

  • International Relations
  • Philosophy
  • Political Science
  • History
  • Diplomacy

and applicants should be under the age of 30.

Application Date and Process

To apply, please click on the button at the top of the page, fill in the application form and upload all of the following attachments:

  • CV (maximum two pages)
  • cover letter (maximum one page)
  • writing sample of 3000-5000 characters, including spaces
  • proof of English language examination (minimum C1 level)

Candidates are required to submit all documents in English. Selected candidates will be interviewed by the colleagues of HIIA.

Application Deadline

30 June, 2026

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