Would you like to spend a few wonderful months in Florence, Italy? Applications are now open for the EUI Leaders Fellowship 2026. The EUI Policy Leaders Fellowship (PLF) is a fully funded leadership program lasting five to ten months at the European University Institute (EUI). The program welcomes individuals from a wide range of policy-related fields, including politics, public service, media, NGOs, and more. The aim is to bring together participants from around the world with real, practical experience in policymaking. Each year, approximately 20-25 people are selected. You don’t need to take an English language test, and the fellowship covers all expenses. More details below.
Details About the EUI Leaders Fellowship
- Host Country: Italy
- Location: Florence School of Transnational Governance (STG)
- Duration: 5 or 10 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 23rd January 2026
Fellowship Dates and Duration
Five or Ten Months. Candidates should indicate their preference from the following options:
- Five months: September 2025 – January 2026
- Ten months: September 2025 – June 2026
Financial Benefits
- Monthly Stipend: Fellows receive a monthly stipend of €2,500 to cover living expenses.
- Household Allowance: A monthly allowance of €300 is provided to assist with additional household costs.
- Child Allowance: An additional €200 per month is provided for each dependent child.
- Travel Allowance: Fellows are eligible for a total of €1,200 to cover travel expenses, including first-class rail and economy-class airfare.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: The EUI Leadership Programme in Italy is open to all citizens. EU citizenship is not required.
- Degree level: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. PhD not required.
- Age: There is no age recommendation or cut-off.
- Mid-career professional: Candidates should be mid-career professionals with at least 10 years of relevant work experience.
- Policy issues: Preference will be given to applicants whose work addresses policy challenges related to the STG’s focus areas.
Required Documents
- CV (3 pages max)
- Optional Work Samples
- Short Bio (250 words max)
- 2 Reference Letters
- Work Plan (2500 words max)
- Highest Degree Certificate
- Motivation Letter (1000 words max)
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How to Apply?
To apply, please visit the official website and submit your application before the deadline. The Link is below. For more international fellowships, please check our Fellowship Category.
