About the opportunity
The Southeast Asia One Health University Network (SEAOHUN) Fellowship Program provides early- to mid-career professionals in human, animal, or environmental health with practical experience in addressing One Health issues. For the 2026 cycle, the ASEAN One Health Climate Fellowship focuses on strengthening regional workforce capacity to address climate-related health threats and fostering cross-sectoral and cross-country collaboration to inform climate-health policies.
Funding and benefits
- Practical experience working on One Health issues at leading research institutions, government agencies, international organizations, NGOs, or private sector entities in Southeast Asia.
- Opportunities to interact with national and international experts.
- Exposure to different cultures and broadening of One Health perspectives.
Who can apply?
- Must be a citizen of a SEAOHUN member country: Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, or Vietnam.
- Must be 40 years old or younger at the time of the application deadline.
- Must be a professional with experience in One Health-related disciplines.
- Must be available to work full-time and on-site with the host organization for the entire fellowship duration (approximately 4 months from November 2026 to February 2027).
- Must demonstrate professional proficiency in both oral and written English.
- Strong communication skills are required.
- Preferably have academic and/or professional backgrounds in fields such as environmental health, biological sciences, epidemiology, human health, public health, veterinary medicine, climate change, environmental science, or other related fields.
Required documents
- Not specified
When to apply
- Application Deadline: 20 September 2026
- Shortlisted Candidates Announcement: 2 October 2026
- Selected Applicants Interview: 5-9 October 2026
- Selected Fellows Announcement: 16 October 2026
- Fellowship Placements: November 2026
How to apply
- Review the Terms of Reference for specific requirements for each host organization.
- Submit the application via the official Google Form.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Early- to mid-career professionals in health, environmental, or biological sciences
- Citizens of SEAOHUN member countries (e.g., Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam)
- Professionals seeking cross-sectoral collaboration experience in One Health
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires full-time, on-site commitment for approximately 4 months
- Must be 40 years old or younger at the time of application
- Applicants should verify specific host organization requirements via the Terms of Reference
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This fellowship is perfect for professionals aiming to bridge the gap between climate science and public health policy. It offers a unique chance to expand your regional network and gain practical, hands-on experience that can significantly elevate your impact within your home country's health or environmental sectors.
Our take
Professionals from the specified ASEAN countries with a background in One Health disciplines should apply. Those unable to commit to a 4-month on-site placement will not be suitable.
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