L Ambassade des Etats-Unis d Amérique à Alger a le plaisir d annoncer L Institut d'etudes de l Entreprenariat Social aux Etats-Unis pour Jeunes Leaders Eté 2015 Qu est ce que les Instituts d Etudes U.S? C est un programme de cinq semaines aux Etats-Unis pour les étudiants universitaires. Les participants auront l occasion de développer leurs compétences en leadership et en traitement de problèmes de groupe, et pourront explorer l histoire et la culture des Etats-Unis afin d élargir leur connaissances et leurs compétences en leadership. L institut se compose d une série de séminaires : discussions, cours, présentations de groupe et conférences. Un voyage éducatif vers d autres régions des Etas Unis, des visites de sites et des opportunités de bénévolat feront partie du programme. Le programme s étalera sur cinq semaines en juin et juillet 2015 et comportera une résidence académique de quatre semaines au sein d une université américaine, une semaine de tour d études dans d autres régions des Etats-Unis et se terminera à Washington D.C pour une période de 3 jours. L'Institut fournira aux participants un aperçu sur les meilleurs pratiques d employer les talents entrepreneuriaux pour faire face aux problèmes sociaux. Les thèmes peuvent comprendre la micro-finance, le développement organisationnel et le management; la rédaction des subventions; l'innovation, les marchés émergeants et l'analyse de risque; la planification stratégique des affaires; responsabilité sociale d'entreprise; ainsi qu une étude sur le rôle des femmes et des minorités dans le monde de l entreprise. Le programme est totalement pris en charge, y compris le transport international, le transport interne, l hébergement, la nourriture et d autres frais relatifs au programme. Puis-je postuler pour le programme? Oui vous pouvez si Vous êtes citoyen Algérien, vivant en Algérie, et poursuivant vos études en Algérie. Vous aurez entre 18 et 25 ans en juin 2015. Vous êtes actuellement en 1 ère, 2 ème ou 3 ème année universitaire (système classique), 1ere et 2eme année (LMD), de la 1ere à la 4eme année (ingéniorat), de la 1ere à la 5eme année (Médecine) et vous vous engagez à retourner en Algérie pour finir vos études. Vous avez une bonne maîtrise de la langue anglaise. Vous avez un brillant cursus universitaire comme l indique vos relevés de notes et les recommandations de vos professeurs. Vous êtes mûr, responsable, indépendant, ouvert d esprit, tolérant, tout en ayant un esprit curieux et réfléchi. Apprendre d avantage sur les Etats-Unis vous intéresse. Vous êtes à l aise dans la vie étudiante au sein d un campus universitaire et la vie en communauté et êtes aptes à vous adapter aux pratiques sociales et culturelles différentes de celles votre pays. Vous avez des qualifications de leadership. Comment postuler? Le formulaire de participation: Peut être téléchargé à partir de http://algiers.usembassy.gov/academic_exchanges.html Doit être retourné avant le 25 Décembre 2014 à 17h00. o Doit être soumis par e-mail à PASAlgiersYouth@state.gov o Veuillez envoyer une copie scannée de votre dernier relevé de note disponible ainsi que votre essai, avec le formulaire o Veuillez mentionner comme sujet de votre email: VOTRE NOM-SUSI 2015 Important : IL NE SERA REPONDU QU AUX CANDIDATURES RETENUES. Les finalistes : Seront invités à une interview à l Ambassade. Doivent apporter pour l interview 2 lettres de recommandations. Doivent apporter la copie du dernier relevé de notes.
What is the Study of the U.S. Institutes? The U.S. Embassy Algiers is pleased to announce Study of the U.S. Institutes for Student Leaders on Social Entrepreneurship Summer 2015 Application It is a fully-funded five-week leadership training program in the U.S. for undergraduate students. Participants develop leadership and collective problem-solving skills, exploring U.S. history and culture to expand their leadership skills and knowledge. The Institute on Social Entrepreneurship consists of a balanced series of seminar discussions, readings, group presentations, and lectures. Educational travel to other parts of the United States, local site visits, and volunteer opportunities will complement the coursework and classroom activities. The program will take place over the course of Five Weeks in June and July 2015. It includes an academic residency component of approximately four weeks and a domestic travel component of approximately one week that will conclude with a 2-3 day program in Washington, DC. The Institute on Social Entrepreneurship will provide participants with an overview of how to employ entrepreneurial skills to address social issues. Topics may include microfinance, organizational development and management; grant writing; innovation, emerging, markets and risk analysis; strategic business planning; corporate social responsibility; and, women and minorities in entrepreneurship. The program is fully funded, including international airfare, travel within the United States, accommodation, food, and program fees. Can I apply for the Study of the U.S. Institutes? Yes you can if You are an Algerian citizen, living in Algeria, and attending school in Algeria You are currently in your 1 st year or 2 nd year (LMD), 1 st, 2 nd or 3 rd year (Classical System), 1 st thru 4 th year (Engineering studies), 1 st through 5 th year (Medicine) and you are committed to returning home to complete your degree. You will be 18 to 25 years old as of June 1 st, 2015 You are proficient in English You have a sustained high level of academic achievement, as indicated by grades, awards, and teacher recommendations You are mature, responsible, independent, open-minded, tolerant, thoughtful and inquisitive You have a strong interest in learning about the United States You are comfortable with campus life, prepared to share living accommodations, and able to make adjustments to cultural and social practices different from those of your country How do I apply? Application Information Download the application from http://algiers.usembassy.gov/academic_exchanges.html Deadline to turn in the application is at 1700 25 December 2014 o Submitted electronically to PASAlgiersYouth@state.gov o Please send a scanned copy of your last available academic transcripts and your personal statement along with your application o Write in the subject of your application s email: YOUR NAME SUSI 2015 Important: Please be informed that only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. Finalists Will be invited to an interview at the Embassy. Bring the original copy of their transcript sent by email and 2 recommendation letters. For more information contact the Public Affairs Office by email: PASAlgiersYouth@state.gov
CONTACT INFORMATION Permanent mailing address: : Mobile telephone: : Home telephone: : E-mail address: PERSONAL INFORMATION Gender: Male Female Date of Birth: Day / Month / Year Country of Citizenship: Country of Residence: Country of Birth: City of Birth: ACADEMIC INFORMATION School Name: Year in School: Major Field: (e.g. economics, science, business, English, etc.) Minor Field: (if applicable) College or University First Year (excluding orientation year) College or University Second Year (excluding orientation year) REFERENCES Please provide the name of a teacher or professor who has agreed to serve as a reference for your application. Reference Name: Title: Email address: Mobile Phone:
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Please provide complete information about all the educational institutions that you have attended or are attending for your secondary and undergraduate education. Institution Name Institution Location (City, Country) Dates Attended College/University: Major / Minor Fields GPA Secondary School: Please explain any gaps in your education: HONORS/AWARDS Please list any special honors or awards you have received: ENGLISH PROFICIENCY Speaking: Excellent Reading: Excellent Writing: Excellent Good Good Good Fair Fair Fair WORK EXPERIENCE (if applicable) Please start with your most recent position. You may include volunteer activities and internships. Name of Employer and Location Your Job Title and Responsibilities Dates of Employment
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (if applicable) Please describe any activities, clubs, or organizations in which you participate. You may include volunteer and sports activities. Name of Activity Describe the activity and your role Dates of Involvement MEMBERSHIPS (if applicable) Please list your membership in any other organizations: SPECIAL INTERESTS (if applicable) Please describe any hobbies or special interests: UNITED STATES EXPERIENCE Please describe any previous travel or study in the United States. If you have not traveled to the United States, indicate none. Travel Dates Travel Purpose (e.g. vacation, school, etc.) US Government Program? Y/N
SHORT ESSAY #1 What are your career goals? How will leadership training help to prepare you to meet these goals? SHORT ESSAY #2 Identify one political, social, or economic challenge facing your country today. What steps could be taken to solve the problem or improve the situation? What role can students play in this process? Personal statement: In a separate word document, please respond to the following question: Tell us about yourself and your goals including the following: What about your background and/or interests makes you competitive for this particularly institute (please be as specific as possible)? What will you contribute to the group? How do you expect this experience will affect your future academic and professional career? How will it affect you personally? Please structure your essayer in paragraphs and limit your response to 250 words, or approximately half a page, single spaced.
DISCLAIMER (all applicants) The information in this application is accurate and complete. The written work in the short essays is my own and I have not been assisted by any other person. I understand that I may be required to verify information in this application by providing documentation including (but not limited to) transcripts, test scores, and writing samples. I also understand that intentionally falsifying information in this application could be grounds for disbarment from U.S. Government funded exchange programs. Signature: Date:
CONTACT INFORMATION Permanent mailing address: : Mobile telephone: : Home telephone: : E-mail address: PERSONAL INFORMATION Gender: Male Female Date of Birth: Day / Month / Year Country of Citizenship: Country of Residence: Country of Birth: City of Birth: ACADEMIC INFORMATION School Name: Year in School: Major Field: (e.g. economics, science, business, English, etc.) Minor Field: (if applicable) College or University First Year (excluding orientation year) College or University Second Year (excluding orientation year) REFERENCES Please provide the name of a teacher or professor who has agreed to serve as a reference for your application. Reference Name: Title: Email address: Mobile Phone:
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Please provide complete information about all the educational institutions that you have attended or are attending for your secondary and undergraduate education. Institution Name Institution Location (City, Country) Dates Attended College/University: Major / Minor Fields GPA Secondary School: Please explain any gaps in your education: HONORS/AWARDS Please list any special honors or awards you have received: ENGLISH PROFICIENCY Speaking: Excellent Reading: Excellent Writing: Excellent Good Good Good Fair Fair Fair WORK EXPERIENCE (if applicable) Please start with your most recent position. You may include volunteer activities and internships. Name of Employer and Location Your Job Title and Responsibilities Dates of Employment
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (if applicable) Please describe any activities, clubs, or organizations in which you participate. You may include volunteer and sports activities. Name of Activity Describe the activity and your role Dates of Involvement MEMBERSHIPS (if applicable) Please list your membership in any other organizations: SPECIAL INTERESTS (if applicable) Please describe any hobbies or special interests: UNITED STATES EXPERIENCE Please describe any previous travel or study in the United States. If you have not traveled to the United States, indicate none. Travel Dates Travel Purpose (e.g. vacation, school, etc.) US Government Program? Y/N
SHORT ESSAY #1 What are your career goals? How will leadership training help to prepare you to meet these goals? SHORT ESSAY #2 Identify one political, social, or economic challenge facing your country today. What steps could be taken to solve the problem or improve the situation? What role can students play in this process? Personal statement: In a separate word document, please respond to the following question: Tell us about yourself and your goals including the following: What about your background and/or interests makes you competitive for this particularly institute (please be as specific as possible)? What will you contribute to the group? How do you expect this experience will affect your future academic and professional career? How will it affect you personally? Please structure your essayer in paragraphs and limit your response to 250 words, or approximately half a page, single spaced.
DISCLAIMER (all applicants) The information in this application is accurate and complete. The written work in the short essays is my own and I have not been assisted by any other person. I understand that I may be required to verify information in this application by providing documentation including (but not limited to) transcripts, test scores, and writing samples. I also understand that intentionally falsifying information in this application could be grounds for disbarment from U.S. Government funded exchange programs. Signature: Date: