Applications are now open for the 2025 HIIA Future Leaders Program, a global leadership opportunity hosted in Budapest, Hungary. The program runs for three months—from September 15 to December 15, 2025—at the headquarters of the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs (HIIA). Open to applicants worldwide, it offers a chance to explore international relations, understand Hungary’s foreign policy, and learn directly from HIIA experts. Ideal for those passionate about global affairs. No application fee or English test (IELTS/TOEFL) is required.
Information:
- Host Nation: Hungary
- Place: Budapest
- Time Period: 3 Months
- Dates: 15 Sep -15 Dec, 2025
- Money Perks: Fully Funded
- Due Date: 8 Aug, 2025
Money Perks:
- Free round-trip airfare
- Covered accommodation
- Full visa support
- No fee to apply.
Goals of the HIIA Fellowship Program:
- Get Inside Global Diplomacy: Learn all about Hungary’s foreign policy and what HIIA does.
- Research with Mentors: Work on important research with help from professionals.
- Join the Conversation: Help shape HIIA’s focus with your unique regional or topic-based research.
- Level Up Your Abilities: Get hands-on training in foreign policy, leadership, public speaking, and media.
- Connect and Thrive: Join open talks and meet top figures in Hungary’s foreign policy.
Requirements:
Open for all Nations.
Fresh graduates with at least a Bachelor’s degree who are interested in foreign policy.
Educational Background:
- Global Affairs
- Study of Ideas
- Politics and Government Studies
- Past Events and Cultures
- Global Economy Studies
- Other similar subjects will be reviewed case by case
Age must be under 30 years old.
Necessary Documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- A writing piece between 3000 and 5000 characters.