The YSEALI Professional Exchange is a U.S. Department of State exchange program designed to develop emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators from Southeast Asia. During the six-week fellowship, participants work alongside U.S. public, private, and nonprofit organizations to gain practical experience, explore innovative approaches to complex issues, and build long-lasting professional networks that support a prosperous, secure, and free Indo-Pacific region.

Participants will take part in one of four YSEALI themes: ▪️Economic Prosperity ▪️Strategic Energy and Minerals ▪️Liberty and Freedom ▪️Peace and Security

📍 Location:

• United States (host placements across public, private, and nonprofit organizations) and home countries in Southeast Asia

📅 Program Period:

• 2027–2028 Program Cycle (six-week exchange duration)

⏰ Application Deadline:

• December 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time

✅ Eligibility:

• Professionals aged 25–35
• Citizens and residents of any of the eleven YSEALI countries: Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam