Postgraduate Fellowship Program
The CHCI Postgraduate Fellowship offers a nine-month hands-on policy and leadership experience in Washington, D.C. for emerging Latino leaders focused on public policy, research, and legislative processes.
Funder: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
Due Dates: December 15, 2022 | December 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $40,950 stipend for nine months (2026–2027 cycle) plus benefits; prior cycles: $34,200 stipend.
Summary: Nine-month paid fellowship in Washington, D.C. for emerging leaders to gain hands-on experience in public policy, leadership development, and legislative processes.
Description
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Postgraduate Fellowship Program offers a unique, paid nine-month fellowship in Washington, D.C. for emerging Latino leaders and individuals committed to advancing the Latino community. Fellows spend four days a week on Capitol Hill, gaining practical experience with the legislative process and public policy, and one day each week in leadership development sessions based on CHCI’s four Pillars of Leadership. The program includes organizing policy briefings, publishing issue briefs, and focusing on areas such as health, education, technology, child welfare, housing, and law. Fellows benefit from networking, mentorship, and professional development within a culturally supportive cohort.
