International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS)
Are you interested in politics? Would you like to gain insight into the workings of German democracy as part of the staff of a Member of the German Bundestag? Every year, 120 young people from 28 countries have the opportunity to take part in the International Parliamentary Scholarship (IPS) program in Berlin.
IPS offers recent graduates an internship in the office of a Member of the Bundestag, the German parliament. Combined with a supplementary academic program organized by Berlin’s three major universities and the fun of being together with people from other nations, a unique experience awaits you in the exciting and vibrant German capital.
(© IPS; Deutscher Bundestag)
What the Bundestag expects of you:
- Interest in politics
- Excellent knowledge of German
- University degree
- U.S. citizenship
- Born after March 1, 1981
What you can expect:
- Monthly stipend of € 450.00
- Free accommodation
- Health, accident, and liability insurance
- Reimbursement of your travel expenses to and from Berlin
The application deadline is June 30, 2010. Applications for American citizens may be sent to the following address: |
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Cultural Affairs Department IPS Committee 4645 Reservoir Road NW Washington, DC 20007 |
Find out more on the Bundestag’s homepage: IPS Information
Applications can be downloaded online: IPS Application
