Pathways to Policy Fellowship
The Pathways to Policy Fellowship by AAAS offers scientists and engineers a year of hands-on policy experience in non-governmental organizations, focusing on science-informed policy development and communication.
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Funder: American Association for the Advancement of Science
Due Dates: November 1, 2026: Full application submission deadline — complete application due by 11:59 p.m. ET (annual deadline; next occurrence for this cycle)
Funding Amounts: Minimum annual stipend of $85,000 (based on locality) for a 1-year fellowship; includes health insurance, paid time off, and relocation support.
Summary: Yearlong fellowship for scientists and engineers to gain hands-on experience shaping science policy in non-governmental settings while developing policy and communication skills.
Key Information: Applicants must also apply to at least one AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship (STPF) program area in the federal government.
Description
The Pathways to Policy Fellowship, administered by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), offers scientists, engineers, and STEM professionals the chance to spend a year influencing science policy in non-governmental organizations, such as nonprofits, think tanks, and corporations. Fellows engage with policy development, strengthen science communication skills, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. The program is open to candidates at all career stages, from recent graduates to senior professionals, and is designed to leverage scientific expertise for evidence-based policy making outside the federal government. AAAS brings decades of experience at the intersection of science and policy to this competitive and impactful fellowship.
