CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
中德未来之桥 – 2013青年领导者交流营
ZUKUNFTSBRÜCKE: CHINESE-GERMAN YOUNG PROFESSIONAL CAMPUS
SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
MAY 30 – JUNE 8, 2013, BERLIN AND ESSEN
The Zukunftsbrücke: Chinese-German Young Professional Campus is an annual forum
bringing togetheroutstanding Chinese and German young professionals to work on
pressing globalissues concerning both countries. In 2013 the Campus will take
place from May 30 to June 8, 2013 in Berlin and Essen,Germany (arrival May 29,
departure June 9). The Campus’ topic in 2013 is „Social Dimensions of
Sustainable Development”.
Young professionals from all professional backgrounds are invited to apply for
the programme.Deadline for applications is January 6, 2013.
The Zukunftsbrücke is a project by Stiftung Mercator in cooperation with the
All-China Youth Federation (ACYF), Peking University and Global Public Policy
Institute (GPPi). The programme aims at developing a strong and lasting network
of professionals from China and Germany and fostering mutual understanding among
both countries’ future leaders. 30 young professionals from the public,private,
media, academic and non-profit sector, 15 from Germany and 15 from China,
will get the unique chance to join the Campus as participants to work on one
of the defining political, economic and social challenges of our time.
In discussions and debates with renowned guests and speakers from both countries,
as well as in intensive group work sessions and joint cultural activities, the
participants will get the opportunity to discover and deliberate commonalities
and differences. Together, they will develop a vision of future collaboration
between China and Germany and contribute to the future of Chinese-German relations.
If you are ready to join an exceptional group of talented young individuals
from China and Germany, we look forward to receiving your application to
become a participant of the Zukunftsbrücke: Chinese-German Young Professional
Campus 2013.
Application requirements
•At least two years of professional experience within the public, private,
media, academic or non-profit sector
•Outstanding professional and academic record as well as extracurricular
activities
•Chinese or German citizenship
•Age range: 28 to 38 years
•Minimum graduate degree: University degree or equivalent
•Very good command of the English language
•Strong interest in the issue of sustainable development as well as in
Chinese-German relations Knowledge of Chinese or German as a foreign
language is an asset but not a prerequisite. Applicants from all
professional and academic backgrounds are welcome. Professional experience
with the Campus’topic or with China/Germany is no precondition, although
informed interest is expected.
Application documents
•Completed application form
•Curriculum Vitae
•Motivation letter (between 300 and 600 words) outlining your personal and
professional motivation in joining the Campus and your interest in the Campus’
topic
•Letter of reference (professional) or letter of recommendation (academic).
Applicants nominated for the programme do not need to hand in a letter of
reference or letter of recommendation.
All application documents must be provided in English.
The application deadline for the programme is January 6, 2013. Please send
the complete application documents via e-mail to zukunftsbruecke@stiftung-mercator.de
For further information, please see the project website of Stiftung Mercator at
http://www.stiftung-mercator.de/kompetenzzentren/internationale-verstaendigung/zukunftsbruecke-chinese-german-young-professional-campus.htm
Short-listed candidates will be invited for a personal interview in Berlin/Essen.
For candidates not based in Germany we offer to conduct the interview via phone.
Accepted participants will be reimbursed for all programme related expenses,
including travel costs to/within Germany (economy/coach class). Room and board
will be provided. Alumni of the 2013 Campus will be invited for an alumni meeting
during the Campus 2014 in China.
We look forward to your application!
Marc Bermann
Head of China Programmes
Center for International Affairs
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Stiftung Mercator GmbH • Huyssenallee 46 • 45128 Essen, Germany
Tel.: + 49 (0) 201 245 22 834 • Fax: + 49 (0) 201 245 22 8834
E-Mail: marc.bermann@stiftung-mercator.de
Website: http://www.stiftung-mercator.de
Headquarters: Essen, Germany
President: Dr. Bernhard Lorentz
Entered in the commercial register of Essen District Court (HRB 12237)
I want Europe! You too? As part of the Committed Europeans project and
in cooperation with the Robert Bosch Stiftung, we have initiated a
campaign entitled “I want Europe”. Its aim is to show what makes Europe
special for people and how they experience Europe. Get involved:
www.ich-will-europa.de
Visit us in Essen or Berlin, on our website
www.stiftung-mercator.de/en/home.html or our Facebook
page www.facebook.com/StiftungMercator
中德未来之桥 – 2013青年领导者交流营
ZUKUNFTSBRÜCKE: CHINESE-GERMAN YOUNG PROFESSIONAL CAMPUS
SOCIAL DIMENSIONS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
MAY 30 – JUNE 8, 2013, BERLIN AND ESSEN
The Zukunftsbrücke: Chinese-German Young Professional Campus is an annual forum
bringing togetheroutstanding Chinese and German young professionals to work on
pressing globalissues concerning both countries. In 2013 the Campus will take
place from May 30 to June 8, 2013 in Berlin and Essen,Germany (arrival May 29,
departure June 9). The Campus’ topic in 2013 is „Social Dimensions of
Sustainable Development”.
Young professionals from all professional backgrounds are invited to apply for
the programme.Deadline for applications is January 6, 2013.
The Zukunftsbrücke is a project by Stiftung Mercator in cooperation with the
All-China Youth Federation (ACYF), Peking University and Global Public Policy
Institute (GPPi). The programme aims at developing a strong and lasting network
of professionals from China and Germany and fostering mutual understanding among
both countries’ future leaders. 30 young professionals from the public,private,
media, academic and non-profit sector, 15 from Germany and 15 from China,
will get the unique chance to join the Campus as participants to work on one
of the defining political, economic and social challenges of our time.
In discussions and debates with renowned guests and speakers from both countries,
as well as in intensive group work sessions and joint cultural activities, the
participants will get the opportunity to discover and deliberate commonalities
and differences. Together, they will develop a vision of future collaboration
between China and Germany and contribute to the future of Chinese-German relations.
If you are ready to join an exceptional group of talented young individuals
from China and Germany, we look forward to receiving your application to
become a participant of the Zukunftsbrücke: Chinese-German Young Professional
Campus 2013.
Application requirements
•At least two years of professional experience within the public, private,
media, academic or non-profit sector
•Outstanding professional and academic record as well as extracurricular
activities
•Chinese or German citizenship
•Age range: 28 to 38 years
•Minimum graduate degree: University degree or equivalent
•Very good command of the English language
•Strong interest in the issue of sustainable development as well as in
Chinese-German relations Knowledge of Chinese or German as a foreign
language is an asset but not a prerequisite. Applicants from all
professional and academic backgrounds are welcome. Professional experience
with the Campus’topic or with China/Germany is no precondition, although
informed interest is expected.
Application documents
•Completed application form
•Curriculum Vitae
•Motivation letter (between 300 and 600 words) outlining your personal and
professional motivation in joining the Campus and your interest in the Campus’
topic
•Letter of reference (professional) or letter of recommendation (academic).
Applicants nominated for the programme do not need to hand in a letter of
reference or letter of recommendation.
All application documents must be provided in English.
The application deadline for the programme is January 6, 2013. Please send
the complete application documents via e-mail to zukunftsbruecke@stiftung-mercator.de
For further information, please see the project website of Stiftung Mercator at
http://www.stiftung-mercator.de/kompetenzzentren/internationale-verstaendigung/zukunftsbruecke-chinese-german-young-professional-campus.htm
Short-listed candidates will be invited for a personal interview in Berlin/Essen.
For candidates not based in Germany we offer to conduct the interview via phone.
Accepted participants will be reimbursed for all programme related expenses,
including travel costs to/within Germany (economy/coach class). Room and board
will be provided. Alumni of the 2013 Campus will be invited for an alumni meeting
during the Campus 2014 in China.
We look forward to your application!
Marc Bermann
Head of China Programmes
Center for International Affairs
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Stiftung Mercator GmbH • Huyssenallee 46 • 45128 Essen, Germany
Tel.: + 49 (0) 201 245 22 834 • Fax: + 49 (0) 201 245 22 8834
E-Mail: marc.bermann@stiftung-mercator.de
Website: http://www.stiftung-mercator.de
Headquarters: Essen, Germany
President: Dr. Bernhard Lorentz
Entered in the commercial register of Essen District Court (HRB 12237)
I want Europe! You too? As part of the Committed Europeans project and
in cooperation with the Robert Bosch Stiftung, we have initiated a
campaign entitled “I want Europe”. Its aim is to show what makes Europe
special for people and how they experience Europe. Get involved:
www.ich-will-europa.de
Visit us in Essen or Berlin, on our website
www.stiftung-mercator.de/en/home.html or our Facebook
page www.facebook.com/StiftungMercator