Applications to HAESF’s Undergraduate Fellowship are evaluated in a two-round selection process, therefore applicants are asked to observe the following requirements.

Step 1: Round 1

Application and materials must be received by the application deadline.

• HAESF Professional Internship Program Application Form – a PC-writable template that you should save as a word document, complete and print.
• Personal Statement (detailed instructions included on the Application Form)
• Resume (please use the downloadable Resume Template)
• A copy of applicant's entire university transcript (index) in Hungarian
• A letter signed by the applicant in English stating the calculated average of all the subjects studied and the average of all the subjects directly related to the major field of study

Applicants who meet the program's eligibility requirements and objectives will be invited to the first round of interviews at HAESF's office in Budapest, Hungary. The interviews will be conducted in English, with at least two HAESF representatives. This interview serves multiple purposes: assess the candidate's communication skills and English language ability and learn more about the candidate's professional goals and interests.

Step 2: Round 2

After the first round of interviews, applicants will be notified by e-mail as to whether or not they will be invited to a second interview. In the event that the applicant is successful in the first round of interviews, he/she should be prepared to submit the following:

• 3 Letters of Reference (2 academic, 1 professional/experiential) written on official letterhead in English (or translated into English). Referees' contact information, including telephone, fax, e-mail and mailing address, must be clearly printed on all letters. The letters should address the following points:
  • Nature of relationship with applicant
  • Internship's relevance for applicant's future and career goals
  • Assessment of applicant's character, abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
  • English-language communication skills
• Proof of English language proficiency (for non-native English speakers). Please submit one of the following:
  • TOEFL: (minimum score of 600 on the old paper based exam or minimum score of 250 on the new computer based exam or minimum score of 83 on the new internet based exam) OR
  • State proficiency exam of English language (advanced level) and its certified English translation. For a complete list of state recognized exams, please visit www.nyak.hu.

Please note, prior to or shortly after every application deadline, HAESF provides applicants who fulfill all other HAESF eligibility requirements but do not have a state recognized advanced language exam with the opportunity to take an institutional TOEFL exam. For details, please contact HAESF's Budapest office.

• An entire university transcript (index) translated into English by the applicant and certified by university
• A copy of your university diploma (if applicable) and its university certified English translation
• Copies of any other relevant certificates of completion (from technical/trade colleges, apprenticeships, etc.)

The second interview will be conducted with the HAESF Placement Manager from the US and a HAESF representative. The objective of the second meeting is to further discuss the candidate's career aspirations, assess his/her professional and personal preparedness, learn more about the candidate's training focus and broader perspective on the chosen industry, and gather information that will be helpful for the internship placement.

Step 3: Selection

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of HAESF Advisory Board and HAESF officials. Applicants will be selected based on the following criteria:

• Potential future contribution to Hungarian society
• Matching professional objectives to the values and mission of HAESF
• Clearly articulated professional goals
• Well-rounded personality
• Strength of recommendations
• Ability to serve as an ambassador of Hungary
• English language communication skills
• Clear understanding of what the Fellowship can offer
• Diversity of majors, professional interests and applicants

Step 4: Notification & Acceptance Process

Selected candidates will be notified in writing regarding the final status of their application according to the published timeline. Successful applicants should be advised that the acceptance package will include a significant amount of forms and paperwork. In order for HAESF to successfully secure U.S. visas and facilitate training placements, it is essential that the paperwork be complete, accurate and submitted in a timely manner as outlined in the acceptance materials. The HAESF office in Budapest will provide assistance should Interns have any questions or concerns prior to departure.

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