Fellows Program in Public Affairs
The Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs immerses emerging leaders in intensive, research-driven training and hands-on projects to develop evidence-based approaches to civic leadership and public affairs.
Funder: Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs
Due Dates: January 12, 2027 (Written application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Tuition-free; stipends up to $3,000/month (varies by center, based on need); 7–9 month full-time fellowship
Summary: Prestigious, full-time fellowship for emerging civic leaders, offering immersive training and hands-on experience across sectors.
Description
The Fellows Program in Public Affairs is a nationally recognized, full-time fellowship designed to develop the next generation of civic leaders. Operated by Coro Centers in California (San Francisco, Los Angeles), New York, St. Louis, and Pittsburgh, the program emphasizes ethical and effective leadership, cross-sector collaboration, and critical inquiry. Fellows engage in immersive training, hands-on projects, and direct engagement with influential change-makers, gaining practical experience and a deep understanding of the political, economic, and social systems that shape communities.
The fellowship runs for 7–9 months (depending on location), typically from late August/early September through late March/early April. Participants rotate through professional placements in government, business, nonprofit, labor, and electoral sectors, and participate in leadership seminars, focus weeks, and high-impact projects. Fellows join a powerful network of over 15,000 Coro alumni, including prominent public officials and sector leaders.
