Applications are currently being accepted for the Smithsonian Institution Fellowship 2027-2028 in USA. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Smithsonian Institution Fellowship
The SIFP provides in-resident opportunities for researchers to pursue independent study and research relevant to Smithsonian’s collections, facilities and areas of expertise. The international fellowship welcomes graduate, predoctoral, postdoctoral and senior researchers, offering them the chance to conduct original research under the guidance of Smithsonian professionals who act as mentors and hosts. The Smithsonian’s Office of Academic Appointments and Internships offers this international fellowship program under the charter of the institution. So, if you want t
Benefits of Smithsonian Institution Fellowship
- Smithsonian offers paid fellowships to fellows.
- Graduate Student Fellowships offer fellows a stipend of $10,000.
- Predoctoral Fellowships will provide fellows with a stipend of $45,000 and a research allowance of up to $5,000.
- Similarly, Postdoctoral and Senior Fellowships offer a stipend of $60,000 and up to $5,000 research allowance.
- It is a fantastic opportunity to pursue a fellowship with the world’s largest museum, education and research complex.
Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Requirements
- Applicants must propose in-residence research at the Smithsonian in one of its designated research areas for three to twelve months (or ten weeks for Graduate Student Fellowships).
- Non-native English speakers must demonstrate strong written and spoken English proficiency. All materials must be submitted in English.
- Recipients should commit full-time to their proposed research and remain in residence at the Smithsonian, except for approved absences.
- All fellowship terms must commence between 1 June 2027 and 30 May 2028.
For Graduate Student Fellowships:
- Applicants must be enrolled in a graduate program at a recognized degree-granting institution.
- Fellows must remain enrolled when the appointment begins and have completed at least one full-time semester or equivalent.
For Predoctoral Fellowships:
- Applicants must be PhD candidates or equivalent enrolled at a university.
- Similarly, their university must approve dissertation research at the Smithsonian and certify completion of all doctoral requirements except the dissertation.
For Postdoctoral Fellowships:
- Applicants must have completed their doctorate degree before the fellowship start date.
For Senior Fellowships:
- Applicants must have held a PhD or equivalent for at least five years.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
15 October, 2026
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