Dr. Richard M. Hunt Fellowship for Study of German Politics, Society and Culture – US

Hunt Fellows undertake archival research, conduct interviews, and meet with their transatlantic counterparts to gain a better understanding of German society.

The ACG’s fellowship programs allow professionals and academics in the relatively early stages of their careers to complete in-depth research while meeting with their transatlantic counterparts. The programs are designed to broaden fellows’ professional experiences and worldviews and to enable them to establish working relationships overseas. Most fellows use this opportunity as a stepping stone to advance their careers.

Applicants should present a project proposal of three to five pages detailing their plans, including the background, scope of the research, the general sources and institutions with whom they would like to consult, and the relevance for the transatlantic relationship. A research itinerary for the fellowship duration will be further developed with the Program Director.

Fellows receive a $7,000 stipend, which covers transatlantic airfare and domestic travel, as well as room and board, for a minimum of 21 days. The initial stipend payment will have $1,000 withheld pending the submission of a final report. Fellows must work closely with the ACG to organize a detailed itinerary before the stipend is released. Travel must take place within one calendar year of selection.

Upon completion of the fellowship, fellows are required to submit an analytical report on their research findings. This report must be suitable for publication by the American Council on Germany. Fellows are also asked to share their work with a broader audience through presentations and discussions at ACG Warburg Chapters and/or their local communities, as well as on social media.

Fellowships are meant to give individuals new life experiences and to help move their careers forward. While there is no age limit, the Hunt Fellowship is intended for those in the early stages of their careers.

Applications are reviewed by a selection committee organized by the American Council on Germany. Applications are evaluated based on: the contribution the project will make to a better understanding of contemporary Germany in a historical context; the feasibility of the proposed project; the training of the applicant; and the scholarly potential of the applicant.

Eligibility

Candidates for the Hunt Fellowship must:

• Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States;
• Have a minimum of five years of relevant work experience;
• Be in the final stages or have recently completed a Ph.D.; and
• Have a sincere commitment to furthering the transatlantic relationship.

For more information, visit American Council on Germany.