Fellowships are short-term opportunities that provide funding and professional development to students. Fellowships are intended to support undergraduate or graduate study, research, training, or public service.

Types of Fellowships

• Research fellowships
• Graduate school fellowships
• Public service fellowships
• Innovation fellowships
• International fellowships

Difference Between Fellowships and Internships

While they can sound and look similar, there are some key differences between fellowships and internships.

• Purpose: fellowships are designed for academic, research or public service whereas internships offer practical, hands-on experience in a professional field (e.g., company).
• Compensation: fellowships are often compensated through stipends or grants, whereas internships can be paid or unpaid.
• Duration: fellowships are typically a longer commitment period (3 months to a year) whereas internships are a shorter commitment period (2 to 6 months)
• Output: fellowships may require a project, research paper, or public service whereas internships generally focus on gaining work experience and assisting in a company.
• Sponsors: fellowships are generally sponsored by colleges and universities, government programs, and foundations, whereas internships are sponsored by employers and companies.