Monday, September 11, 2023

Apply for the American Academy of Arts and Sciences’ Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Program by Wednesday, Nov. 1

Opportunities are available for the 2023 American Academy of Arts and Sciences’ (AAAS) Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Program. The AAAS program provides opportunities for outstanding scientists and engineers to learn firsthand about policymaking and contribute their knowledge and analytical skills in science policy or science in public policy. Fellows serve yearlong assignments in the federal government and represent a broad range of backgrounds, disciplines, and career stages. The application deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 1.
Apply for a science policy fellowship!

Opportunities are available for the 2023 American Academy of Arts and Sciences’ Science (AAAS) and Technology Policy Fellowship Program. The AAAS program provides opportunities for outstanding scientists and engineers to learn firsthand about policymaking and contribute their knowledge and analytical skills in science policy or science in public policy.

AAAS places more than 250 fellows each year to learn first-hand about policymaking and use their knowledge and skills to address today’s most pressing societal challenges. Fellows serve yearlong assignments in the federal government and represent a broad range of backgrounds, disciplines, and career stages.

Fellowship recipients can expect to:
  • gain hands-on policy experience in a challenging assignment
  • develop new skill≤
  • experience life in the nation's capital
  • expand career options
  • become a member of an influential network of fellows
Fellows receive between $89,000-$116,000 per year, along with other support including reimbursement for health care insurance.

Eligibility:

Applicants must:
  • hold a doctoral-level degree in a qualified discipline or a master's degree in engineering and have three years of professional engineering experience
  • be eligible to receive federal government funds through the System of Award Management (SAM)
  • be in compliance with the U.S. Selective Service System requirements
  • be a U.S. citizen (dual citizenship is acceptable)
Federal employees and employees of AAAS are not eligible to apply.

The application deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 1.

Those interested in working on science policy or on the role of science in public policy are encouraged to research the AAAS program and discuss it with your advisor or Director of Graduate Studies.

For more information about the fellowships and how to apply, visit the American Academy of Arts and Sciences' Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Program website.

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