National Security Law & Policy Initiative Fellowship
Harvard Law School's National Security Law & Policy Initiative Fellowship supports legal scholars researching and engaging in academic programming on national security law and policy.
Funder: Harvard Law School
Due Dates: November 30, 2026 (Completed applications, including recommendation letters)
Funding Amounts: $60,000 annual salary plus benefits; one-year term with possible renewal
Summary: One-year fellowship for legal scholars to conduct research and participate in academic programming focused on national security law and policy at Harvard Law School.
Key Information: All application materials, including recommendation letters, must be received by the deadline for consideration.
Description
The National Security Law & Policy Initiative Fellowship at Harvard Law School offers a unique opportunity for promising legal scholars to advance research and scholarship in national security law and policy. The fellowship blends independent academic work with active involvement in the intellectual life of Harvard Law School, including organizing conferences, seminars, and national security-related events. Fellows collaborate closely with faculty, visiting fellows, and students, gaining access to Harvard’s extensive library resources and faculty mentorship as they prepare for careers in legal academia. The fellowship is designed for those interested in pursuing a legal academic career with a focus on U.S. or international national security law and policy.
