Program: HF Communications Internship
Year: 2025
Host Institution: Hungary Foundation
Quote: “Through the Hungary Foundation, I really want to keep learning about and sharing Hungarian culture. This internship is a great way to help connect Hungary with the world and learn more about diplomacy. I’m excited to work with mentors who share my vision for Hungary’s future and keep building the skills I’ll need to make a difference someday.”
Read his introduction here: hungaryfoundation.org
Matte Keller is a Hungarian-American rising senior at New Hope–Solebury High School in Pennsylvania. Born in New York City to a Hungarian mother and American father, he grew up surrounded by three cultures—Hungarian, Chinese, and American—that shaped how he sees the world. From studying Mandarin since he was little to attending the United Nations International School, Matte has always been curious about global issues and how people connect across cultures.
Hungary Foundation’s mission is to create lasting value by reviving and strengthening the cultural and educational bonds between the United States and Hungary, as well as Hungary and the diverse Hungarian American community. HF promotes cooperation and understanding between our two nations, fostering democracy, freedom, human rights, and human dignity, the dearest values of our history and our people.