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Apply to become
a
DreamSF Fellow!
The DreamSF Fellowship allowed me to create long lasting friendships with like-minded individuals that share my struggles and understand me. This fellowship opened the door to networking opportunities and helped gain a multitude of professional contacts. This opportunity has led to job opportunities that I'm still benefiting from to this day.
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Luis Quiroz, DreamSF Fellow, 2017
This program is welcome to everyone who meets the minimum qualifications. You can apply regardless
of your immigration status.
The DreamSF Fellowship is a paid leadership and professional development program for immigrants in the Bay Area.
Have application questions? Join one of our virtual DreamSF Info Sessions on March 17, April 1, or April 12.
Applications are due April 14th, 2021 at 11:59 pm
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Eligibility Requirements
You can apply to the DreamSF Fellowship if you are:
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18 years of age or older
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Living in the Bay Area
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Available 20 hours a week
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Available from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm every Friday
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Proficient in English
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You also need to be currently enrolled, planning to enroll in, or recent graduate from an educational program such as a 2 or 4-year university or trade school.
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You must also:
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Commit to a 6 month or 11 month fellowship
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Be invested in working with and supporting immigrant communities.
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Have a strong connection to one’s immigrant community.
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Fluency in an additional language is preferred, but not required.
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Learn more about the DreamSF application process in our FAQ section.
What you'll need
The DreamSF Fellowship application you will be asked to provide basic personal and professional information as well as the following:
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Responses to 3 short answer questions of about 250 words each and 3 essays of about 500 words each. Short answer questions and essay topics are about your professional skills, goals, and interests; the role migration has played in your life; and your personal growth. There is also an optional short essay about COVID-19 accommodations.
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​Your resume or CV. You will need to upload this document in PDF format. If you need help writing a resume, your school's career center can help.
How to submit your application:
Review the checklist below and submit a complete application by the deadline. Check that you have completed and proofread all essay responses.​
Your application is ready to submit with the following:
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Uploaded resume or CV in PDF format
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A clear commitment to a 6 month or 11 month fellowship track at the time of the application
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A complete list of all possible time commitments for the next six months (or eleven months, depending on the track)
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Confirmation that you are available to attend weekly enrichment seminars on Fridays from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
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Confirmation that you can commit to working 20 hours a week Monday through Friday between 9:00 am to 6:00 pm for the duration of your fellowship
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DreamSF Fellowship?
How long is the Fellowship?
What are the program requirements?
Will I get a stipend?
Yes. All DreamSF Fellows receive a monthly stipend of approximately $1,500. Exact stipend amounts will be discussed when accepted into the fellowship program.
Do I need my high school diploma or GED to apply?
Yes. All DreamSF Fellowship applicants must have obtained their high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent at the time of application.
Do I have to be a college student to apply?
Do I need to have DACA to apply?
No, the DreamSF Fellowship is open to all eligible individuals, regardless of their immigration status.
Do I need to have a social security number or ITIN?
What are the resume requirements for the application?
Where can I get help with my resume?
How do I submit my application?
Review this Apply page of our website and carefully read through the FAQs and eligibility requirements.
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Responses to 3 short answer questions of about 250 words each and 3 essays of about 500 words each. Short answer questions and essay topics are about your professional skills, goals and interests; your connection to immigrant communities; and your personal growth and development. -
Your resume or CV. You will need to upload this document in PDF format. If you need help writing a resume, your school's career center can help.
Can I save my application and return to it later?
What is the selection process like?
Where will the interviews take place?
How will I be placed with a community organization?
Phase 4: The DreamSF Program Coordinator matches fellows with a host organization based on the aforementioned process.
Do all fellows get placed at San Francisco organizations?
Does the DreamSF Fellowship provide travel stipends?
No, there will be no compensation for travel. The DreamSF Fellowship program is observing the latest COVID-19 health and safety guidances on public gatherings. Unless otherwise communicated, all activities with host sites will be remote (virtual).
What are the enrichment seminars?
Are weekly enrichment seminars are required?
If you have a conflicting class or work shift, it is your responsibility to adjust your schedule to accommodate the seminar.
What will my schedule look like as a fellow?
How will my hours and skills be tracked?
DreamSF Fellows must submit weekly reflections tracking hours and skills developed in order to receive their stipend.
Are fellows hired by their host site after the fellowship?
Who can I contact with more questions?
I need support with my application
Do you need extra help with your application? Do you have a question we didn't address in the FAQ?