American Economic Association Summer Economics Fellows Program
The AEA Summer Economics Fellows Program supports early career researchers studying how inequality impacts economic growth, offering mentorship, research opportunities, and policy engagement at host institutions.
Funder: Washington Center for Equitable Growth
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Compensation set by host institution; typically at the level for a visiting economist with similar experience; 8–12 week summer fellowship.
Summary: Supports early career economics faculty and advanced graduate students in research on inequality and economic growth, with mentorship and policy engagement resources.
Key Information: All dates are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The American Economic Association Summer Economics Fellows Program, hosted in part by the Washington Center for Equitable Growth, aims to increase diversity in the economics profession by supporting early career faculty and advanced graduate students. Fellows spend a summer in residence at a sponsoring research institution, conducting research on how inequality affects economic growth and stability. The program provides mentorship from experienced economists, opportunities to present research, professional development, and exposure to policy engagement. Fellows are encouraged to make their research accessible and relevant to policymakers.
