The Internet Society (ISOC) is accepting applications for the 2026 cohort of its Early Career Fellowship. Specifically, this digital policy program helps emerging tech leaders scale their impact through intensive internet governance training. Consequently, selected fellows work directly with global policy experts to deploy open internet frameworks in their regions.
Program Overview This is a technology policy and leadership program. Therefore, it is ideal for young tech professionals who need international diplomatic skills to serve the future of the internet. By joining, you get access to a 5-month training curriculum and travel to a major global internet conference.
Key Benefits Participants receive high-value educational and travel support. Specifically, the benefits include:
- Training: Comprehensive coursework on internet governance, advocacy, and project management.
- Travel: Fully funded participation in a major global technology symposium (e.g., IGF or IETF).
- Mentorship: Direct matching with a senior internet policy expert for 1-on-1 guidance.
Eligibility Criteria To qualify, an applicant must be an early-career professional in the tech or policy sector. Crucially, you must have a passionate commitment to keeping the internet open, globally connected, and secure.
- Experience: Must have less than 10 years of professional working experience.
- Education: Must hold an undergraduate degree or have equivalent working experience in the tech sector.
- Language: Must have a high level of proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Application Process
- Deadline: May 26, 2026.
- Submission: Apply via the Internet Society fellowship platform.
- Requirements: Statement of purpose, CV, and a proposed internet advocacy project.
