Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows - National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine
A prestigious fellowship for midcareer health professionals to gain hands-on experience in federal health policy and leadership in Washington, DC for 12–24 months.
Funder: National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Fellowship includes 12–24 months of support; covers stipend and relocation costs.
Summary: Immersive, hands-on fellowship for midcareer health professionals to engage in federal health policy in Washington, DC.
Description
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellows program, administered by the National Academy of Medicine since 1973, is a prestigious, hands-on opportunity for midcareer health professionals and behavioral/social scientists to participate directly in federal health policy processes. Fellows spend 12–24 months in Washington, DC, gaining real-world policy experience, leadership development, and exposure to the intersection of health, science, and policy. Over 300 fellows have advanced health policy leadership nationwide through this program.
