About the session:
Curious about how to break into government careers? This info session is for you! Learn the ins and outs of government hiring at the local, state, and federal levels, and discover how the Govern For America Fellowship can jumpstart your career in public service. Fellows are placed in two-year, full-time, paid positions and provided with the community, mentorship, and training needed to thrive as public service leaders. Whether you’re interested in general policy, health policy, environmental policy, or data analysis, this session will give you the tools to successfully navigate government hiring and secure a role that makes an impact. Sign up now to get expert insights and take your first step toward a public service career!
Our Program
Our Fellowship is a two-year program that supports and activates emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds by providing training, mentorship, and community, and placing them in full-time, paid government jobs to implement the skills learned. Full-time work. Full-time salaries. Your career starts at Govern For America.
Where
Fellows are placed all over the country in cities with high need for entry-level talent. Locations are selected on an as-needed basis within national regions. Current placements include Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland and Michigan.
Fellowship Benefits:
- Extensive investment in your development as a leader, including regular coaching and mentorship.
- Quarterly trainings based on GFA’s Leadership Competencies, a set of 9 skills proven to create equity-focused, community-oriented leaders.
- Collaboration with a cohort of emerging leaders on a wide range of impact priorities.
- Access to GFA’s network of over 250 public policy experts and government leaders.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, with salary base starting from $45,000 to $75,000.
- Financial support for relocation assistance and emergencies, offered on a case-by-case basis.
- Ongoing alumni engagement including support to advance your public service career, events, volunteer opportunities, and newsletters.
Qualifications:
To be considered for the 2025 Fellowship Cohort, applicants must:
- Be authorized to work in the United States for 2 years (GFA does not provide sponsorship for Fellows).
- Must have completed an undergraduate degree or be on track to earn an undergraduate degree by June 2025.
- Be available to begin the Fellowship in late June 2025 to attend Summer Institute in person from June 24th through July 2nd.
- Demonstrate a passion for public service and a desire to ignite your career in the field.
- Be willing to serve in cities and states across the country of identified high need.
We actively encourage applicants who have been traditionally underrepresented in government leadership including people of color, first-generation college students, women, Gender Non-Conforming Individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. For more information about the application and selection process, visit GFA’s FAQs.https://mediaspace.du.edu/media/t/1_7v2h9vv6https://mediaspace.du.edu/media/t/1_7v2h9vv6
