[AISWorld] 25th HILTI Fellowship Program / Call for Applications

[vom Brocke Jan]

Dear colleagues and friends,

May I kindly ask you to forward this e-mail to your students? Applications are open until October, 31 2019.

Thank you very much!

Kind regards
Jan vom Brocke

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25TH HILTI FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME / CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
www.uni.li/hilti-fellowship

STUDENTS: Spend the summer term 2020 abroad – Apply now for the Hilti Fellowship Programme!

Application Deadline: October 31, 2019

Hilti awards the most talented Master’s students in Information Systems, IT, and Management from Europe with a truly unique fellowship programme: The Hilti Fellowship is a combination of practical training at Hilti and academic learning at the University of Liechtenstein, designed to set the cornerstone for a successful future. As such, the Hilti Fellowship combines a stay abroad with a challenging work experience, and the possibility to continue and deepen your Master’s studies at the same time.

1 - GO ABROAD
You are invited to come to the Principality of Liechtenstein and spend five months in the beautiful alpine region of the Rhine Valley for both project work at Hilti and your Master’s studies at the University of Liechtenstein.

2 - ENTER AN INTERNSHIP
Hilti offers you the possibility to be part of an international project team in the field of global IT. The Hilti Fellowship is a paid internship; the salary covers the cost of living in Liechtenstein.

3 - CONTINUE YOUR MASTER’S STUDIES
You will have the opportunity to study for one semester in the Master’s Programme in Information Systems at the University of Liechtenstein. You may also decide to write your Master’s thesis in the field of your Hilti project.

Students from various backgrounds have already taken part in the programme, which is now being organized for the 25th time, including students from the University of Muenster, the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, the University of Koblenz-Landau, the LUISS University in Rome, the University of Turku, and the University of Verona. The selection follows a competitive review and assessment process. The Hilti Fellowship is primarily aimed at Master’s students from fields like information systems, business, and management; however, doctoral students and Bachelor’s students who will complete their studies in the near future and plan to pursue a Master’s degree in the following semester can also apply.

FACTS
- Duration: One semester
- Working language at Hilti und teaching language at the University of Liechtenstein: English
- Term: Summer 2020; February 1, 2020 to June 30, 2020; Application due: October 31, 2019.
- Salary: The Hilti Fellowship is a paid internship; the salary covers the cost of living in Liechtenstein.
- Applicant profile: Master’s students in Information Systems, IT, and Management; Bachelor’s students in their last year; PhD students
- Eligibility: Because of visa regulations in Liechtenstein, the programme is open to EU/EEA and Swiss citizens.

MORE INFORMATION
www.uni.li/hilti-fellowship

ABOUT THE MASTER’S PROGRAMME
Students in the Master’s Programme in Information Systems acquire subject and method knowledge at the interface of computer science and business administration in a course of study that strongly promotes students’ personal development. The programme directly addresses the requirements of industry while at the same time providing a sound scientific education. Students also develop leadership and social skills in project seminars conducted with representatives of major companies. With its strong focus on contemporary study contents, attractive tuition fees, rigorous scientific training, and excellent career opportunities, the programme attracts an international student body from around the world. More information: www.uni.li/master-information-systems

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY
The University of Liechtenstein is a state university according to Swiss standards. With over 50 years of tradition, the institution has established excellent relations to industry. The Information Systems department is home to more than 20 researchers, including seven professors and renowned international visiting staff. Members of the institute have published in international top journals such as EJIS, ISJ, JAIS, JIT, JMIS, ISR, and MISQ. More information: www.uni.li

ABOUT LIECHTENSTEIN
Liechtenstein is a prosperous economic area in the heart of Europe. The micro state is home to people from over 100 nationalities, and the country has one of the highest gross domestic products per capita worldwide. It has a diversified economy focusing on both product and service innovation. You will find headquarters from world leading international companies as well as a lively scene of start-up companies. More information: www.liechtenstein.li

CONTACT
Please feel free to contact me on any related questions (jan.vom.brocke at uni.li).
Professor Dr. Jan vom Brocke
Hilti Chair of Business Process Management
Director of the Institute of Information Systems
University of Liechtenstein
jan.vom.brocke at uni.li