Recipients of awards are selected on a competitive basis, from candidates who wish to perform research, career development, and community service in the fourteen year-round island communities or remote coastal communities on the coast of Maine.
Fellows reside during their placement in their host island community.
The Island Institute Fellows Program is designed to provide support to island communities through the efforts of recent college graduates who want to serve in Maine s island and coastal communities while gaining valuable field experience. These awards are competitive and carry special recognition at the Institute. Placements are for 12- 24 months in duration.