We encourage applicants to have completed at least two years in their current role prior to the start of the program. However, with manager approval and a minimum of 12 months completed in the current role, eligible candidates can apply prior to completing two years in their current role.
As part of the University's distributed workforce (on-campus and virtual teams), All remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, MA, MD, ME, NH, NY, RI, and VT).
Visiting Fellowships are a minimum of 12-months with some Fellowship roles lasting longer than 12-months, based on the business and funding needs of the hiring department. The terms of the Fellowship role will be listed on the job posting on Harvard Careers.
In May-June, hiring departments interested in recruiting a Visiting Fellow will post their job in Harvard Careers. Candidates will participate in the interview process of phone screening and interviews throughout June and July.
The selection of successful candidates will occur in July and August. Departments should plan to hire and onboard their Visiting Fellow before the AFP...
No, AFP encourages professionals from various backgrounds to bring their unique talents to the field of education. We have Fellows from backgrounds including the professions, education, government, and other areas.
The salary range varies depending on the individual position requirements but will generally fall in grade levels 56, 57, or 58, exempt. Salary ranges are posted here. Applicants hired as a Visiting Fellow receive the Harvard University benefits package, including vacation time and health, vision, and dental insurance.
No, AFP is a program designed for mid-career professionals with at least five years’ work experience. High school and transfer students interested in attending Harvard College need to apply directly to Undergraduate Admissions. The College offers an extensive need-based financial aid program for students, and so, financial considerations should never bar a student from applying. College students interested in pursuing Graduate School Admissions should check directly with the department they are interested in.
Amy Elizabeth Soto-Shed, Senior Diversity Talent Consultant, manages the Administrative Fellowship Program. Any questions regarding the AFP program or application process should be emailed to afp@harvard.edu.
