Applications for the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) Westin Fellowship Program 2025 are now open. The IAPP Westin Fellowship Program was created in 2013 to encourage and enable research and scholarship in the field of privacy. As the lAPP has grown, so has their mission, which is to define, promote and improve the professions of privacy, Al governance and digital responsibility globally. Apply for this opportunity now!
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About IAPP Westin Fellowship Program
Opportunity Details
During the fellowship, most of the fellows' time will be devoted to contributing substantively to the production of the research team, in collaboration with the publications team. The fellows will also present APP research, during in-person conferences or virtually. The fellows will contribute to the development and maintenance of resources in the IAPP Resource center and incorporate law student interns into research projects as appropriate. All work produced is expected to be of very high quality, appropriate for publication through professional or academic channels, as well as useful to practicing privacy professionals.
Benefits of IAPP Westin Fellowship Program
- Compensation is $55,000 per year (depending on credentials) plus a generous employee benefits package.
IAPP Westin Fellowship Program Requirements
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents or be eligible for work authorization in the U.S.
- Applicants from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Previous research, coursework or experience in privacy, Al governance, cybersecurity law, and digital law and policy is preferred.
- A strong academic record and completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year program are minimum requirements; a graduate degree is preferred.
- Fellows will be encouraged to work with a hybrid schedule from the APP headquarters in Portsmouth, NH, though a remote fellowship within the USA may be possible. Remote work location is subject to approval and is expected to remain consistent for the duration of employment.
- Successful applicants will have a strong academic background in a relevant fields) with strong interest in domains covering privacy, Al and cybersecurity, proven communication skills and interest in pursuing a long-term career path in the field of privacy, Al governance, and/or broader digital governance.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
To start the application process, submit your resume and personal statement. In addition, submit the following supporting documentation:
- Two letters of reference
- Brief writing sample
- Transcript
Note: Submissions will not be reviewed unless all supporting documentation has been submitted.
Application Deadline
22 November, 2024
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