Developing Diplomatic Technology Leaders for the U.S. Foreign Service.
The Foreign Affairs Information Technology (FAIT) Fellowship, one of several U.S. Department of State recruitment programs, seeks to develop a corps of Diplomatic Technology professionals who are dedicated to serving American diplomacy in the Foreign Service.
A merit- and need-based program, the FAIT Fellowship encourages applications from outstanding students from across America who want to pursue a career as a Foreign Service Diplomatic Technology Officer in the U.S. Department of State.
FAIT Fellows pursue an undergraduate or graduate IT-related degree relevant to Diplomatic Technology, such as computer science, computer engineering, computer systems networking, cybersecurity, IT services administration, and information technology.
The two-year fellowship program provides:
- Up to $43,500 annually in academic funding (tuition, room and board, books, mandatory fees, and some travel expenses) for the last two years of a full-time bachelor’s degree program or a two-year full-time master’s degree program. (See Eligibility Requirements)
- Stipends, housing and travel allowances for the two summer internships: a domestic internship in Washington, D.C., at the U.S. Department of State and an overseas internship at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
- Personalized mentoring and professional development opportunities throughout the program.
Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and the State Department’s entry requirements, fellows receive an appointment in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Technology Officer. Fellows agree to a five-year commitment when they enter the Foreign Service.
