Frequently Asked Questions
I am not able to provide one letter of recommendation from an employer, what can I do?
If you are not able to provide one letter of recommendation from an employer, please submit another letter of recommendation from a graduate school professor.
What are the Writing Sample requirements, should it be on any specific topics?
The Writing Sample is required to be 3pg minimum – 4pg maximum, not including citations in APA format with Times New Roman font. The topic or subject of your Writing Sample is of your choice.
How much will I get paid as the Human Resources Fellow?
The Human Resource Fellow will be paid at the minimum rate of the Administrative Officer grade 103. He/she will be paid $2,437.50 twice monthly for the duration of the program.
What if I obtain my Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management and Labor Relations, Industrial/ Organizational Psychology, or related field more than 12 months prior to the program’s start date?
Only applicants who have successfully completed their Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management or Labor Relations, Industrial/Organizational Psychology less than 12 months prior to the program’s start date (July 5th, 2023) are eligible to apply.
I expect to obtain my Master’s degree after the program start date, can I still apply?
Candidates should have completed their Master’s Degree before the program's start date (July 5th, 2023). Individuals who will obtain their degree after the program's start date should apply for the next year’s Human Resource Fellowship.
Where will the fellowship take place? Where is the College of Physicians & Surgeons?
The Human Resources Fellowship Program is part of the College of Physicians & Surgeons at Columbia University Medical Center. Although Columbia University and New York Presbyterian Hospital are affiliated they are two separate organizations. The Human Resource Fellow’s involvement will take place within the Office of Vice Dean of Administration.
The College of Physicians and Surgeons is located at the Columbia University Medical Center Campus, at 630 West 168th Street New York, NY 10032.
Are international applicants eligible for consideration?
The College of Physicians & Surgeons will consider complete applications from all qualified applicants. If you are an international applicant, please be aware that it will be your responsibility to complete all required documentation for an international visa if selected for the Fellowship position. Although we are not able to sponsor an employment visa for the fellowship position, candidates who have OPT (Optional Practical Training) are eligible to apply.
What is the work day/week schedule like for the fellowship?
The standard schedule for the Human Resources Fellow is 35 hours a week, Monday- Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
How can I confirm the delivery of my documents?
The NAFCAS site will notify you when your application has been submitted.
Where can I find the application and upload supporting documentation?
Applicants must complete the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons Human Resource Fellowship application on the NAFCAS portal.