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James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
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Junior fellows spend a year at the Carnegie Endowment in Washington, DC working as research assistants for senior scholars. Each fellow joins a research program such as Asia, Middle East, or Russia and Eurasia.

Deadline
January 15, 2027
Nomination through your university, final deadline January 15
Funding
Salary of about 4,167 dollars a month, full benefits, and up to 1,500 dollars for relocation
Where
United States
Who it's for
Graduating seniors and recent graduates
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Applicants must be graduating seniors or have graduated in the last academic year and be nominated by a participating university. Students at US universities do not need US citizenship but must be able to work in the US for the full year.
Field of study
Public policy / International affairs
Length
10-12 months

Details like deadlines and eligibility can change from year to year, so check the official program page before you apply.

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