Princeton in Africa Fellowship

The Princeton in Africa Fellowship places recent graduates with host organizations across Africa for a 12‑month, full‑time placement to contribute to projects in policy, health, education, business and sustainable development. A new Innovation Fellowship track connects fellows with organizations and investors driving Africa’s innovation ecosystem, including startups and public‑private partnerships. Fellows receive support from Princeton in Africa, including medical insurance, evacuation coverage, a mid‑year leadership retreat and ongoing program assistance.

Support from PiAf including medical insurance, evacuation coverage, mid‑year leadership retreat, and ongoing program assistance; Fellows gain hands‑on experience in their host field and contribute to development projects.

Host organizations across Africa may apply to host Fellows for a 12‑month placement, including NGOs, government agencies, businesses, universities and development partners.

Submit the host organization application via the PiAf portal; indicate interest in the Innovation Fellowship track if applicable; provide budget commitment for fellowship costs; host organizations are matched with Fellows through a rigorous selection process.