RIFS Fellows Program 2027 in Germany – Fully Funded
Country: Germany
Location: Potsdam
Category: International fellowship
Duration: 6 to 12 months
Funding: Fully funded
Deadline: 21st June 2026
Host Organization: Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS)
The RIFS Fellows Program 2027 is now open for applications. It is a fully funded international fellowship in Germany for applicants from around the world, and it gives selected fellows time to work in the Potsdam area on research and new ideas for sustainability transformations.
Program Overview
The RIFS Fellows Program 2027 brings together fellows from different parts of the world. Each year, around 20 fellows join the program. They travel and stay in the Potsdam area while working on projects linked to sustainability transformation at the Research Institute for Sustainability (RIFS). The program is open to people from different backgrounds, and no application fee is required. IELTS is also not required.
Benefits and Coverage
The program is fully funded and includes the following support:
• Travel expenses to and from Germany
• Travel expenses for family
• Stipend for living expenses
• Relocation support
• Assistance with housing and visas
• Health insurance
RIFS Fellows Program 2027 Eligibility
Applications are open to candidates from all nationalities. The fellowship welcomes scientists with a PhD or equivalent experience, as well as non-academic professionals with 3–5+ years of work experience. It also encourages people from media, arts, public policy, the private sector, and civil society to apply. In addition, applicants should be visionaries with a passion for sustainability transformation.
Required Documents
Applicants need to prepare the following documents:
• Motivation letter
• CV
• Achievements
• Project proposal
• Optional annex
How to Apply for the RIFS Fellows Program 2027
Applications must be submitted only through the official online application portal on the RIFS website.
Deadline
The deadline for the RIFS Fellows Program 2027 is 21st June 2026.
