Finding a Fellowship

Are you interested in public service, leadership (nationally, internationally or within your community), international development, foreign service, teaching English abroad, advanced research, residency at a major research library or museum, national intelligence and security fields, or study abroad?  Do you have a dream country you want to visit, an independent research project you want to conduct, or graduate school plans in another country or in fields connected with law, policy formation, governance, teaching or STEM?

Fill out the Fellowships Interest Form so we can have an understanding of the potential opportunities you may want to explore!

There are so many opportunities for undergraduates and graduates alike! Explore the list below and connect with us at [email protected] with any questions or if you're interested in pursuing an opportunity. 

Madison Smith '23

Madison Smith '23 recipient of the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship.

Madison Smith '23 (Biochemistry). Madison was awarded the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship Award. This is providing her with the means to pursue her passion for forensic science by allowing her to work toward a Master's degree in forensic science at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Established in 1932, the Phi Kappa Phi Fellowship Program annually provides funding to first-year graduate students who are pursuing post-baccalaureate degrees across all academic disciplines. The GVSU PKP Chapter is the university's national honor society. Students need to be PKP members to apply. 

Fellowships

Name
Udall Native American Congressional Internship

Type
Undergraduate and Graduate

Theme/Discipline
Government, Public Policy, and Political Science; Public Service

Modality
Internship; Domestic

Description

The Native American Congressional Internship Program provides American Indian and Alaska Native students with the opportunity to gain practical experience with the federal legislative process in order to understand first-hand the government-to-government relationship between Tribes and the federal government. The internship is funded by the Native Nations Institute for Leadership, Management, and Policy.

About the Internship - Who Should Apply:

Are you working toward positive solutions to issues that impact Indian country?
Have you demonstrated your commitment through involvement in American Indian organizations or communities?
Would you like to learn an insider’s view of federal Indian policy?
Are you committed to making a difference through civility and consensus building?

Consider the Udall Internship. Interns are selected on the basis of

  • Commitment to a career related to tribal public policy or supporting tribal communities;
  • Leadership, public service, integrity, and consensus building;
  • Knowledge and skills applicable to a federal agency or congressional office;
  • Academic achievement; and
  • An understanding of the Udall legacy, demonstrated through the application essay.

Website
https://udall.gov/OurPrograms/Internship/Internship.aspx



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