Google PhD Fellowship Program 2024

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In the ever-evolving landscape of technological innovation and academic excellence, the Google PhD Fellowship Program stands as a beacon of opportunity for aspiring scholars and researchers worldwide.

This prestigious fellowship, initiated by one of the world’s leading technology companies, Google, aims to support and nurture exceptional graduate students pursuing cutting-edge research in computer science and related fields.

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Fellowships support promising PhD candidates of all backgrounds who seek to influence the future of technology. Google’s mission is to foster inclusive research communities and encourage people of diverse backgrounds to apply.

It currently offers fellowships in Africa, Australia, Canada, East Asia, Europe, India, Latin America, New Zealand, Southeast Asia and the United States.

Benefits for Indian Applicants

  • Early-stage PhD students –
    • Up to 4 year Fellowship
    • USD 50,000 or INR 42 Lakhs to cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel
    • Google Research Mentor
  • Late-stage PhD students –
    • 1 year Fellowship
    • USD 10,000 or INR 8.5 Lakhs to recognize research contributions, cover stipend and other research related activities, travel expenses including overseas travel
    • Google Research Mentor

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Applicants

  • Students must remain enrolled full-time in the PhD program for the duration of the Fellowship or forfeit the award.
  • Google employees, and their spouses, children, and members of their household are not eligible.
  • Students that are already supported by a comparable industry award are not eligible. Government or non-profit organization funding is exempt.
  • Past awardees from the PhD Fellowship program are not eligible to apply again.
  • Grant of the Fellowship does not mean admission to a PhD program. The awardee must separately apply and be accepted to a PhD program in computer science (or an adjacent field) at an eligible institution.
  • Grant of the Fellowship will be subject to the rules and guidelines applicable in the institution where the awardee registers for the PhD program.
  • Incoming PhD students are eligible to apply, but the Fellowship award shall be contingent on the awardee registering for a full-time PhD program in computer science (or an adjacent field) within the academic year of the Fellowship award, or the award shall be forfeited.

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Documents Required

Students will need the following documents in a single, flat (not portfolio) PDF file in order to complete an application (in English only):

  • Student applicant’s resume with links to website and publications (if available)
  • Short (one-page) resume/CV of the student applicant’s primary PhD program advisor
  • Available transcripts (mark sheets) starting from first year/semester of Bachelor’s degree to date
  • Research proposal (maximum 3 pages, excluding references)
  • 2-3 letters of recommendation from those familiar with the applicant’s work (at least one from the thesis advisor for current PhD students)

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Conclusion

The Google PhD Fellowship Program represents a unique and invaluable opportunity for graduate students to accelerate their academic and professional development, gain access to cutting-edge resources and technologies, and make significant contributions to their fields of study.

By nurturing and supporting the next generation of scholars and researchers, Google is fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in computer science and related disciplines, shaping the future of technology and academia for generations to come.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q. How are Google PhD Fellowships given?

    A. Any monetary awards will be paid directly to the Fellow’s university for distribution. No overhead should be assessed against them.

  • Q. What regions does the Google PhD Fellowship Program cover?

    A. The program currently offers fellowships in various regions, including Africa, Australia, Canada, East Asia, Europe, India, Latin America, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and the United States.

  • Q. What documents are required for the application?

    A. Student’s resume, primary advisor’s resume, transcripts, research proposal, 2-3 recommendation letters.

  • Q. What are the intellectual property implications of a Google PhD Fellowship?

    A. Fellowship recipients are not subject to intellectual property restrictions unless they complete an internship at Google. If that is the case, they are subject to the same intellectual property restrictions as any other Google intern.

  • Q. Will the Fellowship recipients become employees of Google?

    A. No, Fellowship recipients do not become employees of Google due to receiving the award. The award does not preclude future eligibility for internships or employment opportunities at Google, nor does it increase the chances of obtaining them.

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