Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
The Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship from the University of Vermont offers graduate students a year-long, hands-on policy experience in Washington, D.C., focused on ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes science-policy issues.
Funder: University of Vermont
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Grants.gov submission) | June 2027 (State Sea Grant submission) | July 2027 (Letters of intent/state nominations)
Funding Amounts: $96,500 per fellow (includes $74,700 stipend + $5,000 professional development + fringe/benefits, one year)
Summary: One-year fellowship for graduate students to gain hands-on experience in marine policy at the national level, placed in legislative or executive offices in Washington, D.C.
Key Information: All deadlines are projected; monitor the program website for updates.
Description
The Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship provides graduate students with a unique, paid opportunity to spend one year in Washington, D.C., working at the intersection of science, policy, and public service on issues related to ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes resources. Administered by the National Sea Grant College Program and supported by the University of Vermont, fellows are placed in either legislative or executive branch offices, where they contribute to real-world policy, communications, program analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The program is designed to foster leadership and professional growth, equipping participants with skills, networks, and experience for impactful careers in marine policy and related fields.
