Professional Fellowship5-week mentorship + travel + stipend in Silicon Valley

US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM

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Host country: United States
Deadline: November (annual)
Region: Americas

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Who can apply: Women from Africa, Central & South Asia and the Middle East working in STEM; 2+ years of experience; English proficiency; intermediate to senior career stage.
Funding: 5-week mentorship + travel + stipend in Silicon Valley
Study level: Professional Fellowship
Deadline: November (annual)

Key eligibility criteria

Women from Africa, Central & South Asia and the Middle East working in STEM; 2+ years of experience; English proficiency; intermediate to senior career stage.

Recorded funding information

5-week mentorship + travel + stipend in Silicon Valley

About the US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM (2026)

The US Government TechWomen initiative will identify 100 [women in STEM](https://www.afterschoolafrica.com/16299/stem-scholarships-women/) fields from countries in Africa, Central and South Asia, and the Middle East to participate in the 2022 program. **Application deadline:** January 5, 2022 ### Table of contents - [Benefits of the TechWomen Program](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/us-government-techwomen-program-for-women-in-stem/#h-benefits-of-the-techwomen-program) - [Eligibility Criteria for Women in STEM](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/us-government-techwomen-program-for-women-in-stem/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-women-in-stem) - [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/us-government-techwomen-program-for-women-in-stem/#h-how-to-apply) * * * Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here. * * * ## Benefits of the TechWomen Program International travel, housing, meals and incidentals, local transportation and transportation to official TechWomen events are covered by the TechWomen program. Participants are responsible for the cost of any non-program activities in which they wish to partake, such as independent sightseeing and non-program-related travel. From the moment the Emerging Leaders arrive, they are immersed in the innovative, constantly evolving culture of Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area. Emerging Leaders work closely with their Professional Mentors to design meaningful projects while exploring the San Francisco Bay Area with their Cultural Mentor and fellow program participants. US Government TechWomen Emerging Leaders will: - **Challenge** themselves with new questions and concepts - **Collaborate** with like-minded women in their fields on an innovative project - **Network** with influential industry leaders - **Discover** their own innovative leadership style - **Create** meaningful friendships with women from all over the world - **Explore** the diverse communities of the San Francisco Bay Area and Washington, D.C. - **Inspire** the next generation of women and girls in their home countries The 2020 TechWomen program will occur over five weeks from **February 2022 – March 2022**. Due to the fast-paced nature of the program, arrival and departure dates are not flexible. ## Eligibility Criteria for Women in STEM In order to qualify for the US Government TechWomen Program Applicants for US Government Techwomen Program must meet the following requirements: - with, at minimum, two years full-time professional experience in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields. Please note that internships and other unpaid work experience does not count toward the two-year professional experience requirement _._ - Have, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree/four-year university degree or equivalent. - Be proficient in written and spoken English. - Be citizens and permanent residents of Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan or Zimbabwe at the time of application and while participating in the program. - Be eligible to obtain a U.S. J-1 exchange visitor visa. - Not have applied for an immigrant visa to the United States (other than the Diversity Immigrant Visa, also known as the “visa lottery”) in the past five years. - Not hold U.S. citizenship or be a U.S. legal permanent resident. Preference will be given to applicants who - Demonstrate themselves as emerging leaders in their chosen professional track through their work experience, volunteer experience, community activities and education. - Are committed to return to their home countries to share what they have learned and mentor women and girls. - Have limited or no prior experience in the United States. - Have a proven record of voluntary or public service in their communities. - Have a demonstrated track record of entrepreneurialism and commitment to innovation. - Demonstrate a willingness to participate in exchange programs, welcome opportunities for mentoring and new partnership development, and exhibit confidence and maturity. _US Government_ _TechWomen encourages people with diverse backgrounds and skills to apply, including individuals with disabilities._ **Selection:** TechWomen participants are selected based on the eligibility requirements above. Applications are reviewed by independent selection committees composed of industry leaders and regional experts. Semifinalists may be interviewed by United States Embassy personnel in their country of permanent residence. **Eligible Countries:** Citizens and permanent residents of Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan or Zimbabwe at the time of application and while participating in the program. ## How to Apply To start your application process, please visit the official [TechWomen Program website](https://www.techwomen.org/participants/eligibility-and-application). * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. 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5-week mentorship + travel + stipend in Silicon Valley

US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM eligibility

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Women from Africa, Central & South Asia and the Middle East working in STEM; 2+ years of experience; English proficiency; intermediate to senior career stage.

US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM document information

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How to apply for the US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM 2026

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Listed eligibility: Women from Africa, Central & South Asia and the Middle East working in STEM; 2+ years of experience; English proficiency; intermediate to senior career stage.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.
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Listed deadline information: November (annual). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM deadline & application timeline

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Who can apply for the US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM?+

Women from Africa, Central & South Asia and the Middle East working in STEM; 2+ years of experience; English proficiency; intermediate to senior career stage.

What funding does the US Government TechWomen Program for Women in STEM offer?+

Listed funding: 5-week mentorship + travel + stipend in Silicon Valley. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

When is the application deadline?+

Provider deadline information: November (annual). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

What documents do I need to apply?+

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

How do I check the application process?+

Consult https://www.state.gov/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Women from Africa, Central & South Asia and the Middle East working in STEM; 2+ years of experience; English proficiency; intermediate to senior career stage.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: November (annual). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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