Research Fellowships
Forecasted
Research Fellowships support early-career policy professionals through research, policy training, and leadership development to strengthen policy and legislative skills for leadership in public service.
Funder: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $60,000–$70,000 annual salary plus benefits for a 12-month fellowship
Summary: Supports early-career policy professionals through sustained research, policy training, and leadership development for public service.
Key Information: Fellows must reside in or relocate to the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.
Description
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) Research Fellowships combine an intensive, 12-month policy training experience with leadership development for early-career policy professionals committed to contributing to public policy. Fellows conduct research for CBCF’s Center for Policy Analysis and Research (CPAR) throughout the fellowship, focusing on a designated topic aligned with their areas of expertise. The program aims to equip participants with skills for leadership in public service while sharpening their policy and legislative skills.
CBCF is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy research and educational institute that seeks to advance the global Black community through leadership development, policy, and public education. Its CPAR research addresses issues affecting the Black community, including racial equity, social justice, and community and economic development.
