TechWomen Leadership USA Scholarship 2025

Description:           

The TechWomen program is a transformative opportunity for emerging women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from around the world. This U.S. Department of State initiative connects participants with professional counterparts in the United States, enabling them to grow their careers, expand their networks, and become changemakers in their communities.

Course Level:                      Exchange Program

Level/Field(s) of study:   Computer Engineering

• Computer Science
• Biotechnology
• Bioengineering
• Renewable Energy
• Mathematics
• Medical Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Robotics
• Automation
• Space sciences
• Geographical Information System (GIS)

Grants:                                  Roundtrip international airfare from the participant’s home country to the United States.

• Domestic airfare from San Francisco or Chicago to Washington, D.C.
• Housing during the mentorship period in the San Francisco Bay Area or Chicago.
• Meals and incidentals during the program.
• Hotel accommodation during the Washington, D.C., segment.
• Public transportation to the host company.
• Local transportation to group events in the program cities.

Eligibility:                                      To qualify for TechWomen, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Have at least two years of full-time professional experience in a STEM field at the time of application. Internships and unpaid work do not count toward this requirement.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent four-year university degree).
• Be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Be a citizen and permanent resident of one of the following countries: Albania, Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Yemen, or Zimbabwe.
• Be eligible for a U.S. J-1 exchange visitor visa.
• Have not applied for a U.S. immigrant visa (except for the Diversity Visa) in the past five years.
• Not hold U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

Preference is given to applicants who:

• Live and work in a TechWomen program country during the application period and program participation. Special consideration is given to those experiencing displacement.
• Demonstrate leadership potential through professional, volunteer, or community activities.
• Commit to returning to their home country to share knowledge and mentor women and youth.
• Have limited or no prior experience in the United States.
• Exhibit a track record of community service, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to innovation.
• Show a willingness to embrace exchange programs, mentorship, and partnership opportunities with confidence and maturity.

Selection Process:

                Applications are reviewed by independent selection committees, comprising industry leaders and regional experts. Semifinalists may also be interviewed by U.S. Embassy personnel in their country of residence.

Deadline:  January 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM PST