Mansfield Next Generation of U.S.-Japan Nuclear Policy Experts Program Accepting Applications

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Applications for the second cohort of the “Mansfield Next Generation of U.S.-Japan Nuclear Policy Experts” program are now open!

This training program aims to nurture a new generation of Japanese and American nuclear experts who will contribute to the strengthening of U.S.-Japan security relations and grow into leaders and policymakers with a comprehensive understanding of regional nuclear security dynamics.

The program, held entirely in English, includes a series of interactive webinars culminating in an in-person, immersion training in Washington, D.C. and the opportunity to publish a short policy-relevant article. The participants will receive round-trip airfare to Washington, accommodations, and meals.

The application deadline is January 28, 2024 at 10:59PM CST / 11:59 PM EST. Click the button below to learn more about the program and to apply.

PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

  • Japanese students enrolled in an MA or PhD program in international relations, security studies, political science, or related fields at a university in Japan; OR

  • Students (including non-U.S. citizens) enrolled in an MA or PhD program in international relations, security studies, political science, East Asian studies, or related fields at a university in the United States.

PROGRAM TIMELINE:

  • January 28, 2024 | Deadline to apply

  • Early February 2024 | Short virtual interviews with candidates and selection of the Japanese and U.S. program participants

  • Late February / Early March 2024 | Virtual meet-and-greet among participants and Mansfield staff

  • March-July 2024 | Three virtual interactive webinars (90 minutes each), featuring a speaker discussing global nuclear politics and history; nuclear security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific; and arms control and the future of nuclear agreements. Additional optional webinars may be scheduled.

  • September 2024 | Participants travel to Washington, DC for a 7-day in-person training program. Facilitated by the Foundation, the students will meet with key nuclear experts from academia and think tanks as well as practitioners from the U.S. government.

  • November 2024 | Participants will work in groups and submit a short policy-relevant piece for online publication with the Mansfield Foundation.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit the following to applications@mansfieldfdn.org:

  • A resume or CV (no more than 2 pages);

  • A 1-page motivation letter detailing your interest in nuclear policy and the Indo-Pacific, and your career plans in the security/international relations/nuclear field;

  • A letter of recommendation from a professor or a supervisor who knows you personally and is familiar with your work. The recommender can send the letter directly to applications@mansfieldfdn.org.

If you have any questions about the program, please email pgoodman@mansfieldfdn.org.