The IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Society (ITSS) is thrilled to announce a unique fellowship opportunity to foster innovative thinking, expand global outreach, and enhance our community’s visibility and impact.

The fellowship opportunity at hand presents a remarkable chance to actively participate in The Annual ITS WiE/YP Workshop & Research Forum taking place in Paris, France on June 26-28, 2025, and make a valuable contribution to the growth and development of IEEE-ITSS.

It is specifically designed to engage individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities who possess the capability to serve our society and play an integral role in organizing various ITS activities and conferences.

In 2025, the fellowship program aims to support participants attending The ITS Forum in Paris, France. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a technical tour of related industries, interact with industry experts, and visit renowned research labs, providing valuable insights into state-of-the-art ITS research. The selection of France as the host country considers its relatively accessible visa process, contributing to a more diverse and inclusive event.

We cordially invite our vibrant community of students, researchers, and professionals to submit project proposals that aim to amplify the visibility and impact of the IEEE ITSS.  Take this opportunity to showcase your innovative ideas and make a significant difference within the IEEE ITSS community and submit your proposal!

Eligibility Criteria

  • The fellowship is open to:
    • applicants from all backgrounds especially those who can contribute diverse perspectives to ITSS,
    • ITS Women, and
    • Young professionals
  • We highly value active members who are enthusiastic about participating in future engagements within ITSS, including various activities such as committee involvement, conferences, webinars, and more.
  • Active participation as a reviewer is also crucial, as it showcases their commitment to supporting the flagship conferences through valuable feedback. 
  • It’s important to note that you do need to be an IEEE ITSS member to submit a proposal as proof of IEEE ITSS membership will be required during submission.

Fellowship Benefits

  • The fellowship will cover all costs associated with attending the annual ITS WiE/YP Workshop & Research Forum in Paris, France, including full coverage of the plane tickets, accommodation, and event registration fees. 

Note: Details about the purchasing/reimbursement process will be provided upon awardees’ announcement.

  • The recipients of the ITSS Fellowship will be bestowed with the title of “IEEE ITSS Ambassadors” within their respective institutions/regions. As Ambassadors, they will play a vital role in actively promoting the IEEE ITSS through various channels such as social media platforms, blogs, videos, and other innovative means. 
  • As a reciprocal arrangement, the selected awardee will be expected to contribute to the organization of this event, aligning with the fellowship’s objective of cultivating new talents in the field of ITS.
  • As a reciprocal arrangement, all recipients of the ITSS Fellowship will join the Young Reviewers Program and serve in the conference reviewing process.

Note: Details about the program will be provided upon awardees’ announcement

Fellowship Selection Process & Timeline

  • Each applicant is required to submit a project proposal. 
  • The proposals are not technical ones, the aim of the proposals is to work on serving the ITS community and help in attracting and benefiting the ITSS researchers in our society.
  • Examples for the proposals are and not limited to: organizing workshops, webinars, podcasts, translating educational videos, proposing and working new programs like the previously launched young reviewers programs which was once a project starting in the fellowship, preparation of Repos, chapters opening, etc.
  • The proposals should fall under one of the IEEE ITSS committees activities (technical, educational, conferences, standards, membership, young professional, Women and Underrepresented groups, publications).  https://ieee-itss.org/about/standing-committees/ 
  • Each fellowship undergoes two filtration phases:
    1. Screening Phase: checking the initial eligibility of applicants.
    2. Anonymous Reviewing Phase: scoring submitted project based on a selected stream; Social Media Ambassadors, First-Time Attendees, and Outstanding Contributors 

(More details in the Project Proposals Streams section).

    • After receiving the awardees’ notification, selected fellows will enter the Project Development phases:
      1. Project Completion Phase: developing the proposed project over the subsequent two months. 
      2. Reporting Phase: This should include a report every four weeks in addition to a final report by the end of the two months.
    • During the Project Completion Phase, all recipients can join one of the ITS society’s standing committees to serve with their proposals within the committee vision and missions as follows:
      1. Social Media Ambassadors will join the Outreach Activities Committee,
      2. First-time Attendees will join the DEIB committee,
      3. Outstanding Contributors can join the Technical Activities Committee, Educational Activities Committee, or the Standards Committee based on their achievements’ direction and proposals.
    • The project’s total workload should be approximately 40 to 50 hours.
    • The proposals’ submission deadline is April 7, 2025.
    • The tentative announcement of awarded fellows is April 15, 2025.
    • The timeline for project completion is from April 16 to June 15, 2025. 
  • Final report submission date is June 20, 2025.

Project Proposals Streams

This year, the Fellowship Program will comprise three unique streams. Each of these streams is designed to cater to different facets of involvement and acknowledgement. Each applicant is required to submit a project proposal in one of these streams.

  • Social Media Ambassadors
  • In the age of digital connectivity, social media plays a crucial role in disseminating knowledge and fostering connections. This stream will be dedicated to exceptional individuals with a flair for social media outreach. 
  • As Social Media Ambassadors, they will help amplify the message of ITSS, engage with the community, and showcase the highlights of the ITS WiE/YP Workshop & Forum. 
  • The evaluating committee will carefully assess the proposals based on the novelty and creativity of the ideas and their impact on increasing the outreach and the promotion of the IEEE ITS society. The ideas should serve the outreach and membership activities committee’s vision and missions.

  • First-Time Attendees
  • We believe in providing opportunities for fresh perspectives and new voices in the field of Intelligent Transportation Systems. This stream will support first-time attendees at the annual forum (prior to IV’25), allowing them to participate in enriching discussions, learn from industry experts, and build valuable networks within the community. 
  • The fellowship is designed mainly to foster inclusivity and diversity by particularly encouraging women in engineering, underrepresented groups, and young professionals. 
  • By offering this opportunity, we aim to empower emerging talents and provide them with the necessary support to engage actively in the ITS community.
  • The evaluating committee will carefully assess the proposals based on the novelty and creativity of the ideas on how to promote supporting Young Professionals and Women and Underrepresented groups committees within the society. The ideas should serve the YP/WiE committee’s vision and mission.
  • Outstanding Contributors
  • Recognizing the pivotal role of exceptional contributors, this stream’s fellowships will be awarded to individuals who have exhibited exceptional dedication and innovation in their efforts to advance the Intelligent Transportation Systems community. Whether through impactful projects, or dedicated service to society.
  • This stream aims to recognize exceptional achievement in the academic and/or industry fields.
  •  By acknowledging these outstanding ITS practitioners, we seek to inspire others and strengthen the ITSS network, propelling continuous growth and progress in the field.
  • The evaluating committee will carefully assess the proposals based on the novelty and creativity of the ideas on how to enhance the ITS research and industry. The ideas should serve the technical, education, publications, membership or/and standards committees’ visions, and missions.

Submission Guidelines

To submit a proposal, please provide the following:

  1. Project Title
  2. Applicant name, affiliation, and email address.
  3. Detailed project proposal  maximum 500 words.
  4. Timeline for the proposed project milestones during the project Completion phase  4 weeks apart.
  5. Applicant’s short bio and statement of interest, stating previous participation in ITSS events (organization and/or attendance) maximum 200 words.

Please submit your application materials as a PDF to:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefLVeJ9o-wzVJw1xQO4RKp90LqxK63hgeDA7YgmZ_z-b1Opg/viewform?usp=header 

 

You can register for the young reviewers program through the link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf92XS_K8hiA8TlkPpBXiKbXTL8Iy4avg-2ORis7wCvCn1vgQ/viewform?usp=sf_link 

Through your creativity, we can collectively enhance the global visibility and impact of the IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Society. 

We look forward to receiving your innovative proposals!