The Korea Society is excited to announce an in-residency senior fellowship at our office in the center of Manhattan.
The Korea Society’s dynamic programming, combined with our prime location at 350 Madison Avenue, offers senior fellows convenient access to leading experts and institutions across policy, business, finance, culture, the arts, and academia.
The Korea Society is a uniquely multi-disciplinary nonprofit organization wholly dedicated to fostering greater awareness, understanding, and cooperation between the people of the United States and South Korea. Learn more about our organization here.
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Senior Visiting Fellows will have opportunities to:
Senior Visiting Fellows receive:
Beyond The Korea Society’s rich programming, Senior Visiting Fellows join a powerful network of top policy programs, business associations, cultural institutions, and civic organizations—gaining invitations to forums, lectures, and performances across New York City and Washington, DC.
Senior Visiting Fellows design their own research agenda—pursuing original, Korea-focused work across fields from international relations and global finance to K-culture and AI. The Korea Society’s staff and advisers provide tailored guidance and hands-on support, connecting fellows to top experts, resources, and influential networks.
Fellows are also invited to contribute to forward-looking initiatives and timely dialogues, with opportunities to present their work and join high-level discussions through the Society’s respected platform.
Beyond research, fellows take part in curated visits to Washington, DC, access the Society’s national network, mentor emerging leaders, and work alongside a vibrant community of Korea-focused professionals.
We invite scholars, researchers, and experienced professionals in their fields with generous financial support from their home institutions to participate in The Korea Society's Senior Visiting Fellowship.
The Korea Society will consider candidates from diverse sectors, including business, media, the arts & culture, academics, and public policy.
The Korea Society has prestigious programming and staff across all of these areas. For more information on our, please explore our offerings in: Business and Economics, Policy, Arts and Culture, Education, and Special Events.
New and emerging topics of focus at The Korea Society include defense industry cooperation, US-ROK alliance coordination, artificial intelligence, Korean and Korean American entrepreneurship, next gen technological collaboration, and finance.
Our cost structure is tiered to meet diverse needs.
Senior Visiting Fellows may choose premium, exclusive access to a private office for one year, or opt for shared office arrangements and shorter-term options.
For detailed pricing, please start your application here. Pricing information and preferences can be found in the “Fellowship Details” tab.
If you meet the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to apply today!
Due to processing times, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply at least four months in advance of your intended start date.
Our application process is streamlined and includes the following materials:
Once applications are completed with associated support documents, the Korea Society's fellowship review committee will assess the applicants qualifications. Decisions are normally issued within four weeks of submission completed application.
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For questions about the Senior Visiting Fellows program, please contact policy@koreasociety.org
Our team is standing by to answer any questions and to help design a fellowship program that meets your professional needs.
Director of The Walter H. Shorenstein Asia-Pacific Research Center at Stanford University
“Korea Society public policy programs present invaluable opportunities to learn about pressing Korea-related issues, ranging from those that are perennially important on the Peninsula to new trends and current events. They also foster community among those interested in Korea, facilitating connection and collaboration.”
The East-West Center’s inaugural Presidential Chair
“The Korea Society is such a rich, invaluable resource for all things Korea, from debates about policy, politics and the economy to events and discussions showcasing art, culture, K-pop and Korean food. A big thanks to The Korea Society team for everything you do from this avid Korea watcher who has attended events since her days as an undergraduate in New York City!”
Korea Society Van Fleet Senior Fellow and former director for Korea and Japan in the White House National Security Council (2007-2008)
“Korea Society policy programs are valuable to me because they provide access to top Korea experts with a diverse range of perspectives on critical issues related to the Peninsula. The length and moderated format of the programs allows attendees to benefit from ‘deep dives’ on fast-breaking topics that are difficult to get from general news sources involving shorter, more superficial coverage. The programs also provide unique and valuable opportunities to connect and forge friendships with others in the city who share a passion for Korea.”
