Nationally renowned public policy fellowships, the Capital Fellows Programmes provide exceptional opportunities for experience in developing and implementing policies across all branches of government. Capital Fellows serve in a Legislative, Executive, or Judicial Branch office for 10–11 months as part of a cohort, with a strong foundation in experiential learning and public service.

Judicial Fellowship Program

The Judicial Fellowship Program is a 10-month experiential learning opportunity within court administration. Judicial Fellows work in Superior Courts and Judicial Council offices across California, gaining practical experience in the management of a complex and changing court environment. In the service of promoting access to justice for everyone, Judicial Fellows are exposed to the management and development of a variety of court programs and departments, multi-million-dollar budgets, and public policy.

Executive Fellowship Program

The Executive Fellowship Program is a 10-month experiential education program that uniquely integrates high-level government work experience with academic and professional development. Executive Fellows are placed with a mentor in one of the many executive offices of California’s Executive Branch, which include the Office of the Governor, constitutional offices, cabinet level agencies, and departments.

Assembly Fellowship Program

The Jesse M. Unruh Assembly Fellowship Program, founded in 1957, is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious fellowship programs. Assembly Fellows serve as full-time legislative staff in the office of an Assembly Member working in a dynamic legislative environments. The program offers aspiring public servants of backgrounds and experiences the unique opportunity to directly participate in the legislative process and shape public policy.

Senate Fellowship Program

The California Senate Fellows Program is one of the most distinguished experiential learning programs in the nation. Senate Fellows work full-time as policy staff in a Senator’s Capitol office or in a Senate policy committee.

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is Dec 4 2023 11:59 PM (PST).

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