2020 APAICS Congressional Fellowship for Young AAPI Professionals

2020 APAICS Congressional Fellowship for Young AAPI Professionals

December 4, 2019

Deadline: January 24, 2020.

The Congressional Fellowship is designed for young AAPI professionals looking to increase their experience in public policy and service. The full-time, paid, nine-month long program, provides Fellows with opportunities to build their leadership skills, encourages political engagement, and fosters interests in public service careers. Fellows are placed in congressional offices and serve as part of the legislative team.

ELIGIBILITY

Have completed their undergraduate degree and/or have at least five years of public service experience prior to the program start date.
Be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals who are legally authorized to work full-time without restriction for any U.S. employer and who possess lawful evidence of employment authorization.
- Note: Individuals who are seeking consideration under the “Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival” (DACA) policy must possess an Employment Authorization Document at the time of application that is valid throughout the program.
Family members of the APAICS Board of Directors or National Advisory Council are prohibited from participating in any of APAICS’ programs.

BENEFITS

Professional work experience in Washington, DC
Benefits
- A grant of $22,500 for the duration of the nine-month Fellowship (equivalent to a $30,000 annual salary)
- Domestic round-trip transportation to Washington, D.C.
- Professional Development Funds
- Health insurance reimbursement of $200 a month
Leadership development program, networking, access to APAICS alumni network and more

PROGRAM REQUIREMENT

Work 40 hours a week at placement site
Attend a one-day orientation
Participate in all APAICS-sponsored activities
Develop and execute a policy briefing to promote public policy issues of importance to AAPIs
Comply with APAICS policies regarding work performance and personal conduct

APPLICATION

Required Documents: the following items are required as part of the application and should be uploaded below, no exceptions will be made for incomplete applications after the deadline.