Govern for America Fellowship

Location:
Multiple Locations,
United States
Term: Academic Year

A two-year paid opportunity for recent graduates to serve in high-impact roles in governments across the country

The Govern For America (GFA) Fellowship is a highly selective program that places diverse, dynamic recent graduates in key roles in government across the nation for two years of accelerated growth. As a Fellow, you’ll work on strategic priorities and innovative projects directly with state leaders and bring your skills to bear on the most pressing challenges facing our communities. Govern For America Fellows work at the intersection of policy and practice in a fast-moving environment where new challenges and experiences are the norm.

To be considered for the 2022 Fellowship Cohort, applicants must:

  • Be a US Citizen, Permanent Resident, DACA Recipient, or have US Sponsorship for 2 years (GFA does not provide sponsorship for Fellows)

  • Be on track to earn an undergraduate or masters degree by June 2022; or if graduated, have earned an undergraduate degree in 2019 or later

To learn more including program benefits, visit GFA FAQs online.

Fact Sheet

Discipline:
Humanities, Social Sciences
Eligibility:
Columbia Alumna/us, Columbia Undergraduates, Fellowships, Senior, U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident
Fellowship Type:
Experiential
Location:
Multiple Locations,
United States
Region:
North America
Term:
Academic Year

Dates & Deadlines

Academic Year
2022
Application Deadline: 
Friday, December 2, 2022