Deadline: Unspecified
Applications are open for the William Randolph Hearst Fellowship 2026. The Aspen Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation (PSI) in Washington, DC offers the William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship: Encouraging Tomorrow’s Diverse Nonprofit Leaders to one student three times annually (either in the fall, spring, or summer).
The fellowship, which is based on academic excellence and need, is open to both undergraduate and graduate students. The Hearst Fellow serves as an intern with PSI either remotely or in the Washington, DC office of the Aspen Institute. Through this fellowship, PSI seeks to introduce a broad range of students to issues and challenges affecting philanthropy, social enterprise, nonprofit organizations, and other actors in the social sector. Recipients may arrange with their colleges or universities to receive academic credit for this experience.
The Aspen Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation seeks to inform and maximize the impact of grantmaking foundations, nonprofit organizations, social enterprises, and public-private partnerships through leadership development initiatives, convenings, and communications so that each can contribute to the good society at home and abroad.
Benefits
- This role will report directly to the Philanthropy and Social Innovation Leadership. Fall and Winter/Spring fellows will work approximately 15-20 hours per week with an hourly pay range of $18 – $19/hr.
Eligibility
- Candidates for this fellowship are highly motivated graduate or undergraduate students.
- Candidates must be enrolled at an institution of higher education for the semester for which they will be applying.
- Summer candidates must show proof of enrollment for the upcoming fall semester.
- Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If hired, a Form 1-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment
Application
To apply, you will need to submit a current resume, cover letter. Students who are selected to be interviewed must provide an unofficial transcript, writing sample, and at least one letter of recommendations OR reference from a professor or supervisor (past or present), which can be included with your application or sent separately.
Each candidate should have an excellent academic record and address the following factors in the cover letter accompanying their applications:
- Demonstrated interest or experience in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and the social sector;
- Excellent research and writing skills;
- Demonstrated financial need;
- How you would bring your unique perspectives and experiences to the fellowship.
For more information, visit William Randolph Hearst Fellowship.
