Scholarship Benefits:

· A fully funded scholarship program that covers tuition fees, accommodation and stipends for students from other governorates, books and educational materials, and a laptop.

· An opportunity to study at top universities in Egypt.

· A variety of programs and fields of study to choose from.

· A chance to engage in student development activities and to achieve a positive social impact.

The program, which is funded by the U.S. Department of State, also gives participants the opportunity to gain an appreciation for American culture and democratic values, increase their ability to participate successfully in the socio-economic development of their countries, and improve their chances of participating in U.S. educational and exchange programs. The program promotes tolerance and the acceptance of cultural differences. U.S. cultural traditions and holidays are celebrated and fused with similar Egyptian events in an attempt to build cultural bridges.

Program Eligibility

The criteria for counselor selection includes but is not limited to:

• Demonstrated English proficiency level of B2-C1
• Previous Knowledge or 1-2 years of experience as a guidance counselor in Egypt
• Demonstrated commitment and passion for the profession

Application Requirements

The applicants should complete an application form and submit the following documents:

Amideast Skills for Success^® program is sponsored by Citi Foundation for unemployed Egyptian university/institute graduates. The program prepares unemployed youth for the workforce through the provision of training in the areas of business English, computer skills, integrated skills for the workplace, and career building and planning. To-date, more than 200 youth have finished the program and found job opportunities in Delta.

Participants benefit from 275 hours of training over a 10-month period, divided into three phases.

To support youth seeking to enroll in high-quality universities in the U.S., the program aims to achieve the following: