Deadline: January 11, 2027
Applications are open for the New York City Urban Fellows Program 2027-2028. The Urban Fellows Program is a highly selective, nine-month fellowship which combines work in Mayoral offices and City agencies with volunteer service opportunities and a seminar series that explores current urban issues impacting public policy. Program participants are diverse and come from all over the country to work in New York City.
After participating in an extensive interview process, New York City Urban Fellows are placed at an array of agencies across the City where they learn about public policy through a hands-on approach. The Fellows’ work experience is supplemented by the seminar series, a unique learning experience that exposes Fellows to public and private sector leaders. Guest speakers, including senior level City officials and alumni, share their leadership experiences and their work on City initiatives.
The unique opportunity to work with current decision makers and assist in the implementation of public policy distinguishes the Urban Fellows Program as the premier training program in government. Alumni are consistently found in leadership positions throughout government, as well as the private and non-profit sectors.
Benefits
The nine month Fellowship is expected to begin September 7, 2027 and ends May 12, 2028. For their services, the program provides:
- A stipend of $37,355
- Health Insurance coverage (not including dental or vision)
Note: The Urban Fellows Program does not provide student loans, financial aid or scholarship for study. Housing for participants is not included.
Eligibility
- Open to applicants who have receive(d) their bachelor’s degree between Spring 2025 and Spring 2027;
- Eligibility is not based on when you achieved your Master’s Degree;
- Those granted degrees prior to January 2025 and in Summer 2027 are not eligible;
- Can commit full-time to the nine-month Fellowship.
Application
The fellowship year is expected to start on Tuesday, September 7, 2027 and ends Friday, May 12, 2028
For more information, visit New York City Urban Fellows Program.
