Who should apply
We are looking for an eclectic, heterogeneous group of young thinkers and doers from the fields of technology, entertainment, design, the sciences, engineering, humanities, the arts, economics, business, journalism, entrepreneurship and NGOs.
At TED, we can take risks on unconventional innovators. We value achievement over credentials -- making and doing over merely talking.
We are targeting applicants of ages 21-40 from five target regions: Africa, Asia/Pacific, the Caribbean, Latin America, the Middle East. However, anyone over age 18 from around the world may apply.
How to apply
To apply to become a TED Fellow, please
complete the application form in its entirety. (Before beginning the application, please review our
applications tips and our
terms and conditions.)
In addition to basic details and contact information, the application asks applicants to upload a photo of themselves, answer essay questions and provide three references -- one of whom must submit a completed confidential reference form. Applications must be received complete and on time to be considered.
The Fellows application for TED, TEDGlobal and TEDIndia conferences is the same. Applicants must select the box corresponding to the conference they would like to be considered for. (Find it at the top of the form.) Only one box may be selected.
Applications for TEDGlobal will open March 6, 2009. If you would like to be notified when applications open, please email
fellows@ted.com.
The selection process
TED Fellows are selected by the program staff.
Once a year, an international selection committee meets to select the TED Senior Fellows for the following year.
The selection committee is comprised of people who represent the breadth of interest and achievement that makes up the TED community. Committee members bring experiences from various fields and come from countries representing our target regions. Selections are made by the group as a whole, not by individuals
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