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What is expected from a host organization? There is no cost to host a YSEALI PFP Fellow. Host organizations <br />will be asked to appoint a dedicated “U.S. placement host” from among their team who is a) willing to supervise <br />their Fellow and liaise with program implementers, and b) interested in working with their Fellow to develop <br />their professional goals both in the United States and their home country. American Councils and Institute <br />Partners will work with host organizations to develop meaningful and mutually beneficial fellowship <br />experiences. <br />What organizations have hosted fellows in the past? Past Fellows have been placed with large multi- <br />national companies, fast-paced start-ups, grassroots NGOs, government offices, and other dynamic <br />organizations within their sector or a complimentary sector. Placement organizations have included <br />MassChallenge, UC San Diego Rady School of Management, Heifer International, Deloitte, Chicago Mayor's <br />Office of People with Disabilities, Boston Youth Service Network, PeaceTech Lab, Starbucks, and many more.  <br />How are Fellows selected? Fellows are selected through a competitive nationwide search that involves an  <br />extensive written application and in-person interviews with American Councils and U.S. Embassy staff. <br />Will Fellows speak English well enough to perform tasks such as writing memos or answering phone  <br />calls?  Yes. While a Fellow’s English may not be perfect, it will meet strict standards that ensure success in a  <br />professional English speaking environment. <br />How much will Fellows know about U.S. systems and our office?  American Councils prepares pre- <br />departure orientations and reading materials on various topics related to U.S. offices and expectations for the <br />fellowship. In addition, we require Fellows and hosts to be in contact prior to their arrival to the United States, <br />so that hosts can disseminate additional information and assign readings or tasks to make the most of their <br />time on program. <br />What kinds of tasks can a Fellow perform?  Fellows can perform a wide variety of tasks, ranging from  <br />administrative support to project development to independent research. Program implementers will work  <br />with hosts to design a meaningful and mutually beneficial program based on the Fellow’s background and the  <br />host’s needs. <br />How will Fellows be monitored?  American Councils and Institute Partners use online surveys, email, and  <br />phone calls to monitor each Fellow's progress on program and resolve any issues, if needed. We are always  <br />available to support both U.S. placement hosts and Fellows during the program. <br />What are the obligations of a host? We’d love to have a Fellow, but cannot commit to doing a lot of  <br />extra work in order to do so. Hosting should not be seen as an obligation but rather a unique opportunity. <br />Past hosts have enjoyed the international perspective Fellows brought to their workplace and commented that  <br />Fellows were able to successfully perform “real” work. American Councils will prepare Fellows so that they can <br /> “hit the ground running” and will help guide hosts in their preparation for the Fellow’s arrival. <br />What types of Reciprocal Exchanges will Fellows and Americans create? This is entirely up to the Fellow <br />and U.S. placement host and based on their professional areas of focus and interest. Potential ideas can range <br />from an entrepreneurship bootcamp, a civic participation workshop, meetings with government officials, <br />a financial literacy education programs, a workshop on women's business participation, or a capacity building <br />workshop for young business leaders, among others. <br />Frequently Asked Questions <br />For inquiries on hosting, please contact Laura Hagg (lhagg@icma.org) or <br />Alaina Mendoza (amendoza@icma.org)