The PPIA Junior Summer Institute (JSI) Fellowship 2025 is a program designed to prepare undergraduate students for graduate studies and careers in public policy and international affairs. The program aims to strengthen the leadership capacity of government and nonprofit organizations worldwide by encouraging a diverse cadre of leaders to pursue careers in public service. The fellowship is rooted in the belief that representation is essential to advancing a more just and equitable society.

Scope of Work

The PPIA Junior Summer Institute (JSI) is a rigorous seven-week program held before the student's senior year. During the program, students gain a deeper understanding of current issues and trends, explore career opportunities in public service and global leadership, and acquire the academic skills necessary to excel in graduate education.

Eligibility

Applicants must have an expected graduation date between December 2025 and August 2026. United States citizens, legal permanent residents, or DACA recipients are eligible to apply to all JSI programs. International students are eligible for select JSIs – Carnegie Mellon and Princeton – and must be enrolled in a U.S. based institution. Applicants must be interested in contributing to the diversity of perspectives present in the Junior Summer Institute and demonstrate involvement in working to improve historically underserved or underrepresented communities. Financial need is taken into consideration.

Budget and Duration

Summer Benefits

• Summer stipend to facilitate full participation in the JSI program.

• Fully-funded summer coursework at one of the prestigious university partner campuses.

• Free books and course materials for the JSI program.

• University housing during the JSI program.

• Career guidance and coaching during the JSI program.

Alumni Benefits

• Guaranteed application fee waivers when applying to programs in the Graduate School Consortium.

• At minimum, a one-time fellowship of $5,000 from a Consortium member school upon acceptance. However, many fellows receive fellowships well above this amount.

• Lifetime participation in the annual Public Service Expo, a conference is gathering employers and graduate schools to interface with PPIA program participants.

Additional Information

The PPIA Fellowship aims to strengthen the leadership capacity of government and nonprofit organizations worldwide by encouraging a diverse cadre of leaders to pursue careers in public service. After completing the Junior Summer Institute, fellows join PPIA’s robust Alumni Network– a community of over 5,000 accomplished professionals dedicated to public service.

Key Dates

The application deadline is Friday, November 1, 2024 at 11:59 pm CT.

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