Overview
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.
2019-2020 Congressional Fellowship
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When
The application for the 2019-2020 program closed on February 20, 2019.
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Contact
Unfortunately, the application has closed for this cycle. If you would like to receive updates about the 2020-2021 application process, please click below and fill out the form.
Past Fellowship Placement
APAICS Fellows have been placed in the congressional offices of:
Mazie Hirono
Senator
Orrin Hatch
Senator
Nancy Pelosi
Democratic Leader
Judy Chu
Congresswoman
Ami Bera
Congressman
Madeleine Bordallo
Congresswoman
Grace Meng
Congresswoman
Mark Takano
Congressman
House Democratic Caucus
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific
Environmental Protection Agency
Asian American Justice Center
Upon successful completion of the fellowship, past fellows have been hired on as full time staff in congressional offices, federal agencies, or non-profit organizations. A few are currently serving in elected positions. APAICS does not guarantee automatic employment after completion of fellowship tenure but will provide available resources and support should a fellow choose to seek full time employment.
Our Fellowship Sponsors
Southwest is the official airline of the APAICS Congressional Fellowship