Frequently Asked Questions

An average of 150-200 applications are received each year and initially screened for eligibility by CDC-Hubert GH Fellowship program staff. Eligible applications are then reviewed and scored by a selection committee made up of CDC staff, including CDC-Hubert GH Fellowship program staff and alumni, Epidemic Intelligence Service officers, and Preventive Medicine Fellows/Residents . The top 10–15 applicants are matched to each fellowship assignment based on selection committee scores, rankings by field experts who serve as host site supervisors, and the applicants' own rankings of field assignments. The selection committee selects, notifies and offers assignments to a minimum of four and maximum of 10 candidates each year, according to the best matches and scores. Only one applicant is accepted for each field assignment, and selected applicants are notified in April.

Applicants are required to review and rank the 2017-2018 Field Assignments[PDF - 14 pages], paying close attention to each assignment's timing, location, and required skills and languages. Applicants may indicate up to five field assignment preferences in their online application. Assignments are made for the best possible match based on the fellow's skills and languages and the host site's needs for addressing the public health issue in that developing country.

The CDC-Hubert Global Health Fellowship staff will send acceptance packets, including detailed information on their assignment and fellowship responsibilities, to matched students. Matched students must accept the assignment and complete necessary acceptance paperwork within 10 days. Acceptance packets will be sent no later than the notification dates provided. Students who are not accepted will not receive a letter of notification. Status of all applications can be found on the application website.

The fellows are required to submit the following:

• Pre-Departure Guidance Form: To prepare for their assignments, fellows are instructed to have a conference call with their assigned supervisors and complete a Pre-Departure Guidance Form in July. The Pre-Departure Guidance Form includes questions related to the project (e.g., pre-work, details); preparation (e.g., vaccinations, arrival and departure dates, items to bring); and expectations.
• Pre-Departure Supervisor Meeting Form: After the pre-departure guidance document is completed, fellows are to set up at least two conference calls with their supervisor before their field assignment. The form provides information on any changes to the project, including field assignment dates.
• Mid-Project Report: The mid-project report is used to assess progress in the field and reflect on fellowship experiences and is due half-way through the fellowship assignment.
• Final Report: Final reports allow the fellows to describe their projects, as well as their overall fellowship experiences in detail. The final report is due 30 days after the completion of the field assignment.
• Evaluation of Assignment: At the end of their field work, fellows provide an evaluation of their experience. The evaluation includes an appraisal of their supervisor, orientation, and their overall experience in the fellowship program. The evaluation is due 30 days after completion of the field assignment.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to research costs before applying to the fellowship program.

Fellows receive a one-time $4,000 stipend to help pay for travel and living expenses incurred during the fellowship.

The stipend is intended to cover:

• travel expenses to and from the developing country for the field assignment, including airline tickets, taxis and other transportation, and visa fees.
• living expenses, including housing, meals, taxis and other transportation.
• Other costs, such as immunizations.

In addition to the $4,000 stipend, each fellow will be traveled to the CDC for the 2-day course in July. The CDC-Hubert Global Health Fellowship will provide airline tickets, per diem for meals not provided during the course, and reimbursement for eligible expenses, including transportation to and from the airport.

All other expenses over $4,000 are the responsibility of the fellow, without exception.

No, CDC-Hubert Global Health fellows are not considered to be temporary or permanent employees of CDC. However, while working in their field assignments, fellows should have a dedicated workspace with the equipment needed to complete field assignments, such as a computer and telephone.

During the 2-day course and field assignment, fellows should expect to work only on Hubert-related activities. While most supervisors are understanding that student may need to work on other projects, time to complete this outside work is limited.

Throughout the remainder of the year, the fellowship is designed to be part-time. The amount of time that fellows are required to participate in Hubert-related activities is dependent upon the student, supervisor, and assignment.

Contact:
CDC-Hubert Global Health Fellowship
Email: HubertFellowship@cdcfoundation.org