To apply you will need to have the following materials ready before filling out the online application:
- A recent résumé or CV
- An academic or professional writing sample OR portfolio
- A brief essay for your first-choice IFP country
- A brief essay for your second-choice IFP country
Without these document files available and ready for upload, you will not be able to complete the application process.
The writing sample can be a professional/academic paper (10-15 pages in length) showcasing your writing ability OR a portfolio (media, design, or art) highlighting your recent work in relation to the project of your first and/or second choice IFP sites.
The brief essays (approximately 250-500 words) should explain:
- Your reasons for wanting to participate in that particular IFP site — what relevant experience or coursework draws you to spend the summer in that country?
- What prior experiences (research, internships, community service, travel, extracurricular activities, etc.) have you had that make you a strong candidate?
- What do you expect to gain from the experience, and how does the IFP fit into your study plans and goals?