New York State Senate Fellowship
Since 1965, the New York State Senate Legislative Fellowship has given graduate and post-graduate students direct access to state government and the legislative process. Selection for a Senate fellowship is competitive. Strong personal initiative and principles are essential for success. Applications from a wide range of interests and disciplines are welcomed and encouraged. Many fellows are today employees of the Senate, the Assembly, the Executive Chamber, or state agencies. Almost all go on to shape public policy in some capacity.
Senate Fellows typically perform legislative research on topics of interest to their placement office; observe and participate in meetings with constituents and interest advocacy organizations; attend legislative sessions to get a better understanding of how the chamber operates; respond to constituent concerns using a variety of correspondence methods, including phone, letters, and email; track legislation at various points throughout the legislative process; and other duties as assigned.
Fellows will develop the following skills: critical thinking and analysis; in-depth research of New York State legislation, as well as perform research on similar legislation being proposed in other states; time management; project management; and working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Please visit the link below for more information on the program and the various fellowship offerings:
https://www.nysenate.gov/sites/default/files/article/attachment/graduate_legislative_fellowship_program_brochure.pdf
You can also print and fill out an application by visiting the link below:
https://www.nysenate.gov/sites/default/files/article/attachment/graduate_legislative_fellowship_application_final.pdf