Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship
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The Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship from the Thomas J. Watson Foundation offers three years of funded internships, research opportunities, and mentorship for select NYC undergraduates.
Funder: Thomas J. Watson Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,500, $9,000, and $10,000 for three summer internships plus a $2,000 Discovery Fund; total over three years exceeds $28,500 per fellow.
Summary: A three-year, cohort-based fellowship providing NYC undergraduates with funded internships, seminars, cultural events, and mentorship to foster broad personal and professional growth.
Key Information: Applicants must be nominated by one of 12 NYC partner colleges and be under 21 as of the application deadline.
Description
The Jeannette K. Watson Fellowship is a prestigious, three-year program designed for promising undergraduate students from select New York City partner institutions. The fellowship supports personal, professional, and cultural development through a combination of three funded summer internships (including at least one international experience), a $2,000 Discovery Fund for self-initiated projects, a robust seminar series, cultural events, and guided mentorship. Fellows join a close-knit cohort, benefit from reflective programming, and gain access to a lifelong network. The program encourages exploration across diverse fields and cultures and is structured to expand students’ horizons and leadership potential.
