Seniors often come to Career Services wanting to find work opportunities that last only a year or two before they begin further studies in graduate or professional school or move on to more permanent employment. These opportunities also serve as a great launching pad for seniors who want to test out a field before committing to it longer term as well as those seeking a unique, challenging, or adventurous short-term commitment.
There are several resources to use:
1. 1-2 Year Options/Fellowships Database (Career Services). The place to start!
2. TigerTracks. Search for year-long post-graduate internships and fellowships (Use the 1-Click Search called “Post-Graduate 1 to 2 Year Options and Fellowships”).
3. Princeton-affiliated Programs. A quick way to view Princeton-specific programs.
4. Princeton's Guide to Postgraduate Fellowships. Includes special opportunities and academic fellowships, particularly those that support graduate work.
5. Schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor by calling 609-258-3325 to discuss whether or not a working fellowship is the right option for you.
6. Looking for more? Check out these links:
The Gap Year
Provides resources for travel and employment abroad.
Action for Change Fellowships
Includes public service fellowships.
Idealist.org
Lists Non-Profit & Public Policy Fellowships both domestically and abroad.
One Small Planet
Provides ideas for volunteering, working, studying and traveling abroad.
Riley Guide
Lists a variety of fellowships, study abroad and volunteer opportunities.