31 Science Policy Fellowships for Scientists and Science Advocates

Posted July 19, 2026

About this opportunity

Opportunity Overview

The American Geophysical Union (AGU) offers a Congressional Science Fellowship program, which places professionals in Congress or on a committee for a one-year assignment. The program aims to make effective use of scientific knowledge and provide scientists with opportunities to contribute to public policy. Another program, the APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship, is a two-year program that encourages early-career researchers to participate in advocacy activities. The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) offers two one-year Fellowships to advanced graduate students, early professionals, postdoctoral trainees, medical interns, residents, or fellows. These Fellowships provide recipients with an opportunity to gain an enhanced perspective on public policy issues related to nutrition. The ASPET Washington Fellows Program provides opportunities for developing and early-career scientists to learn more and become actively involved in public policy issues. The Belfer Center at Harvard University provides pre-doctoral and post-doctoral research fellowships for a period of one year, with the possibility of renewal. The Center accepts applications from various individuals, including MPP and MPA students, predoctoral candidates, and current doctoral students.

Benefits

Monthly stipend for 12 months for AGU Fellows
Travel allowances for AGU Fellows
AGU Annual Meeting registration for AGU Fellows
Health care coverage for AGU Fellows
Up to $1,500 award amount for APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship

Eligibility

Be an APS member in good standing for the APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship
Be currently enrolled in a graduate-level program or have received a doctoral degree within the past 12 years for the APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship
Possess excellent communication skills for the APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship
Have a keen interest in advocacy for the APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship
Reside in the United States during the two-year award period for the APS Early-Career Advocacy Fellowship
Be an ASN member in good standing for the ASN Fellowship
Study or work in a field related to nutrition science, practice, or public health for the ASN Fellowship
Be a member of ASPET in good standing for the ASPET Washington Fellows Program
Have a strong interest in science and its intersection with public policy for the ASPET Washington Fellows Program

Required Documents

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How to Apply

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Prepare the necessary documents and information, such as your resume and a statement of interest.
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