Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
The Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship offers graduate students a year of hands-on experience in Washington, D.C., working on marine science and policy in federal legislative or executive offices.
Funder: University of Vermont
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (student application deadline) | July 2027 (letters of intent due to National Sea Grant Office) | July 2027 (state Sea Grant program nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $74,700 stipend plus $5,000 professional development allowance for a one-year fellowship (June 2027–May 2028).
Summary: One-year paid fellowship for graduate students to gain national marine policy experience in Washington, D.C. through placements in federal legislative or executive offices.
Key Information: Application is through your state Sea Grant program; U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and graduate enrollment required.
Description
The Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship is a prestigious, year-long program that places graduate students in federal government offices in Washington, D.C., providing hands-on experience at the intersection of marine science and public policy. Fellows work alongside policymakers in either legislative or executive branch offices, contributing to science-based solutions for critical marine, coastal, and Great Lakes issues. The program is designed to foster leadership, professional development, and networking opportunities, preparing fellows for impactful careers in marine policy.
