ICCROM Fellowships 2027: Apply for a 3–6 Month Cultural Heritage Research Fellowship in Rome
Experienced cultural heritage professionals can apply for the 2027 ICCROM Fellowship Programme to undertake 3 to 6 months of independent research and study.
Overview
The ICCROM Fellowship Programme 2027 offers experienced cultural heritage professionals an opportunity to conduct independent research and study with the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM). Designed for senior professionals, the programme provides dedicated time to pursue research, exchange knowledge with an international community, access specialist collections, and contribute new perspectives to heritage conservation.
Fellowships typically last between 3 and 6 months and are normally undertaken at ICCROM headquarters in Rome, Italy, though partial online participation may be considered with proper justification. While ICCROM offers substantial institutional support, the fellowship does not currently include a financial stipend, travel allowance, or living support due to budgetary constraints.
Benefits
- Office space and computer workstation with unlimited internet access at ICCROM headquarters.
- Full access to ICCROM’s internationally significant conservation library and archives.
- Opportunities for professional exchange with ICCROM staff, researchers, and international experts.
- Institutional visa support for entering and temporarily residing in Italy.
Eligibility
- Must be a national of an ICCROM Member State or work in an organization located within an ICCROM Member State.
- Must hold at least a Master’s degree or higher in a field related to cultural heritage.
- Must have at least 10 years of professional experience in the cultural heritage field.
- Must have good working knowledge of at least one of ICCROM’s official languages (English or French).
- Must secure personal travel, accommodation, and mandatory medical and accident insurance.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their materials through the online application system before the deadline. A complete application package requires the following supporting documents in accepted formats (PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, JPEG, PNG, TIF, TIFF) with a maximum file size of 3 MB each:
- An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae detailing academic qualifications, professional history, and heritage specialization.
- An employer agreement confirming support for the research period, where applicable.
- Three letters of reference from individuals with direct knowledge of the applicant's work.
Deadline
Applications for the 2027 cycle close on 15 September 2026.