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AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships

AAAS

Open

Bring scientific and engineering expertise to policy work and develop practical policymaking experience.

Official details & application ↗
Location
United States; placement-dependent
Format
One-year policy fellowship
Funding
See official program for award and benefit terms
Application deadline
November 1, 2026 · 11:59 p.m. ET

Who can apply

U.S. citizens with a qualifying doctorate, or engineering master’s + 3 years of experience; track-specific exceptions apply

Before you apply

2027–28 cycle. Federal employees generally ineligible. The legislative AI track has separate degree/experience rules; review the official eligibility page.

Official sources

Program details checked September 10, 2026. Application status checked September 15, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, funding, and deadlines with the program.