[American Astronomical Society](https://aas.org)

October 2026 (State Department Fellowship) | December 2026 (Congressional Fellowship)

Annual stipend ~$82,400 plus health insurance reimbursement and professional development funds; one-year duration.

Year-long fellowships for scientists and engineers to contribute expertise in U.S. State Department or Congressional policy roles.

--- ## Description The AIP Science Policy Fellowships provide scientists and engineers the opportunity to spend one year working in the U.S. State Department or Congress, applying their technical expertise to inform and shape public policy. Fellows work in diverse policy areas, such as science diplomacy, climate change, weapons nonproliferation, and more. The program aims to foster the integration of scientific knowledge into government decision-making and offers fellows a unique, hands-on experience in federal policy processes. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated): AIP State Department Fellowship application deadline - December 2026 (anticipated): AIP Congressional Fellowship application deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Annual stipend: approximately $82,400 - Additional benefits: health insurance reimbursement and a professional development allotment - Duration: One year --- ## Eligibility - Open to scientists and engineers at any career stage - Must possess a PhD in physics or a closely related physical science (degree must be completed before fellowship start) - Must be a member of one or more [AIP Member Societies](https://www.aip.org/member-societies) at the time of application - For the State Department Fellowship: - U.S. citizenship required - Must be eligible for a security clearance --- ## Application Process - Prepare application materials as outlined on the [AIP Science Policy Fellowship website](https://www.aip.org/policy/fellowships) - Submit by the relevant anticipated deadline (October for State Department, December for Congressional Fellowship) - Required documents typically include CV, letters of recommendation, and statements of interest - Refer to the program website for detailed application instructions and updates --- ## Additional Information - Two fellowship tracks: one with the U.S. State Department, one with Congress - Fellows gain first-hand experience in the federal policy process and expand their career networks - Placements are tailored to the fellow’s expertise and policy interests --- ## External Links - [AIP Science Policy Fellowship program details](https://www.aip.org/policy/fellowships) - [AAS announcement and overview](https://aas.org/posts/news/2021/09/aip-seeks-applicants-science-policy-fellowships) - [AIP Member Societies](https://www.aip.org/member-societies) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Funder Main Page | [American Astronomical Society](https://aas.org) | | General Inquiries | [AAS Contact Form](https://aas.org/contact) | | Phone | +1 202-328-2010 |

AIP Science Policy Fellowships - American Astronomical Society

Sign in to see full grant listing