A two-to-three-month professional exchange with stipend and programme support is open through the 2027 CrossCulture Programme Fellowships. The programme supports professionals and volunteers working in civil society across more than 40 participating countries.
Overview
The CrossCulture Programme, run by the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen, selects 50 to 60 professionals and volunteers each year for placements with host organisations in Germany or CCP partner countries.
The 2027 call covers policy and society, media and culture, human rights and peace, sustainable development, and democratic resilience. Fellowships are expected to take place between May and November 2027 and are designed to strengthen professional expertise, networks, and cooperation between civil society organisations.
Benefits
- Monthly Support: International Fellows receive a monthly stipend of €650.
- Travel: The programme covers round-trip airfare for international Fellows.
- Accommodation: Accommodation is provided or covered for international Fellows.
- Local Transport: A monthly public transport ticket is provided in the city of residence.
- Insurance and Visa: Health insurance and eligible visa fees are covered.
- Professional Development: Fellows receive mentoring and access to workshops, networking events, and the CCP alumni network.
Eligibility
- Country: Applicants must apply through an eligible CCP participating country.
- Age: Applicants must be at least 23 years old at the time of application.
- Experience: At least two years of proven professional experience or volunteer work in a civil society organisation is required.
- Language: Applicants need a solid command of written and spoken English.
- Availability: Applicants must be able to undertake a prolonged professional exchange.
- Exclusions: Students and people receiving another comparable fellowship in the same year are not eligible.
How to Apply
- Deadline: Applications close on December 8, 2026 at 23:59 CET.
- Choose the Correct Call: Select the country-specific 2027 call on the CCP application portal.
- Documents: Prepare an up-to-date CV in English and the required recommendation letter from your home organisation or employer.
- Personal Submission: ifa asks applicants to complete the application personally and without the use of AI.
- Submit: Complete the online application before the deadline. Applications by email are not accepted.
