iSEA Fellowship Program 2026 in Singapore – Fully Funded | Apply by August 30

🌏 iSEA Fellowship Program 2026 in Singapore is offering an exciting fully funded opportunity for young student creators who are passionate about media, storytelling, information integrity, digital content, and the impact of artificial intelligence.

Organized by the Centre for Information Integrity and the Internet (IN-cube) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in partnership with the Temasek Foundation, the iSEA Fellowship brings together 40 talented young creators from Southeast Asia, China, and India. The one-month hybrid fellowship combines online learning, professional mentorship, industry exposure, and an immersive in-person experience in Singapore.

The program is particularly suitable for students who actively create and publish content on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or other social media channels and want to understand how technology and media can be used responsibly in the age of AI.

🌟 iSEA Fellowship Program 2026 – Overview

Program: iSEA Fellowship 2026
Host: IN-cube, Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Partner: Temasek Foundation
Location: Online + Singapore
Duration: 1 Month
Funding: Fully Funded
Number of Fellows: 40
Eligible Regions: Southeast Asia, China, and India
Application Deadline: August 30, 2026

💰 What Does the Fully Funded Fellowship Cover?

Selected fellows will receive financial support for the in-person program in Singapore. The fellowship coverage includes:

✈️ Return airfare
🏨 Six nights of accommodation
🍽️ Meals during the program
💵 Daily stipend
🎟️ Program-related expenses

This makes the iSEA Fellowship an excellent opportunity for eligible students to gain international exposure without bearing the major costs associated with participating in an overseas program.

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🚀 What Will Fellows Experience?

The iSEA Fellowship 2026 is structured around three major components designed to develop knowledge, creativity, and practical problem-solving skills.

1. Online Masterclasses

During the online phase, fellows will participate in sessions covering important topics such as:

Misinformation and disinformation
Media ethics
Artificial intelligence literacy
Fact-checking
Information integrity
Responsible digital storytelling

2. Industry Visits in Singapore

Participants will have the opportunity to visit major media and technology organizations and learn how leading companies address challenges related to information integrity and digital media.

The program includes industry exposure involving organizations such as TikTok, MediaCorp, and SPH Media.

3. Hackathon & Collaborative Projects

During the in-person phase, fellows will work in teams to develop innovative solutions to real-world information integrity challenges. Participants will receive guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals and experts throughout the process.

🎓 Who Can Apply for the iSEA Fellowship?

Applicants should generally meet the following requirements:

Be a citizen or resident of an eligible country or region in Southeast Asia, China, or India.
Be 16–25 years old for creators based in Singapore.
Be 18–25 years old for creators from other eligible countries.
Be currently enrolled in a junior college, polytechnic, university, or another post-secondary institution.
Be able to obtain nomination or endorsement from their educational institution.
Have at least 1,000 followers on a social media platform.
Regularly create and publish digital content.
Publish content through platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or similar channels.
Be available to participate in the complete fellowship program.

📅 Important Dates

The key dates for the iSEA Fellowship Program 2026 are:

Application Period: July 10 – August 30, 2026
Selection Results: October 2026
Online Masterclasses: November 13–30, 2026
In-Person Workshop & Hackathon: December 7–12, 2026

📝 How to Apply?

Eligible students and young creators interested in the fully funded iSEA Fellowship 2026 in Singapore should complete the online application through the official fellowship application portal before the deadline.

There is no application fee for submitting an application.

⏰ Application Deadline: August 30, 2026

If you are a student creator interested in AI, media ethics, misinformation, fact-checking, digital storytelling, and information integrity, this fellowship can provide valuable international exposure, mentorship, networking, and hands-on experience.

🌏 Apply before the deadline and take the opportunity to connect with young creators and industry professionals from across Asia.