Postgraduate Fellowship Program
The CHCI Postgraduate Fellowship is a nine-month, hands-on policy program in D.C. for emerging Latino leaders, providing research, leadership training, and experience in congressional offices.
Funder: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $40,950 stipend for nine months; includes health insurance, transportation, Metro stipend, and professional development support
Summary: A nine-month paid fellowship placing emerging Latino leaders on Capitol Hill to connect their graduate studies with public policy through hands-on experience and leadership development.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—check the program page for updates before applying.
Description
The CHCI Postgraduate Fellowship Program is a prestigious, paid nine-month fellowship in Washington, D.C., designed for emerging Latino leaders and individuals committed to the Latino community. Fellows spend most of their time working in congressional offices, gaining direct experience with the legislative process and public policy. The program also includes weekly leadership development sessions focused on CHCI’s four Pillars of Leadership, professional networking, and policy-focused activities such as publishing an issue brief and organizing a policy briefing on Capitol Hill. Fellows can specialize in policy areas including health, K-12 education, technology, child welfare, housing, and law, and benefit from robust professional and personal development opportunities.
