Science & Technology Policy Fellowships

Providing opportunities for scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking while contributing their knowledge and analytical skills in the federal policy realm.

Applications open May-November 2017.

AAAS - Partner Society of S&T Policy Fellowships

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Society Name:

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

Contact Information:

Rick Kempinski
Associate Director
Science & Technology Policy Fellowships
American Association for the Advancement of Science
1200 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Tel: 202-326-6481
Fax: 202-289-4950
E-mail: rkempins@aaas.org
Web site: Fellowships in Congress

Application/Candidate/Citizenship Requirements:

Applicants must have a PhD or an equivalent doctoral-level degree by the application deadline (1 November). Individuals with a master’s degree in engineering and at least three years of post-degree professional experience also may apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Federal employees are not eligible.

Click here to read more on the eligibility and criteria requirements.

Number of Fellows Selected:

AAAS selects two Congressional Fellows each year.

Type(s) of Fellowship Offered:

Congressional

NOTE: For more information on the AAAS Executive Branch Fellowships, please visit: Fellowship Program Areas

Year Fellowship was Established:

1973

How to apply

We only accept applications through our online system. Applications consist of:

  • Candidate statement, not to exceed two pages (1,000 words)
  • Curriculum Vita, not to exceed four pages
  • Extracurricular activities, not to exceed one page
  • Three letters of reference

Arrow_redDeadline: 1 November