FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Due to the complexity of the contracting process, we are unable to adjust individual start dates. All Fellows will start on Monday, June 8, 2026.

If you have a final exam or graduation-related conflict, we will work with you to seek accommodations.

Pay is not negotiable to ensure equity across our cohort. Fellow pay is $20-$25/hr.

The in person or remote status of the Fellowship will be determined by our government partners. Candidates will know that information prior to interviewing with a government office.

No. Unfortunately, international students are ineligible to apply, regardless of visa type or CPT/OPT authorization.

Unfortunately, due to hiring limitations, we are unable to consider candidates who are not citizens, nationals, or permanent residents of the United States. 

No. Due to security and work requirements, you must be physically present in the United States for the entire program. International travel is not permitted during the program. 

You must be a current student or a recent graduate of an eligible educational program. Your graduation date must be on or after May 1, 2025.

Recent projects from government partners have required a higher level of technical skill. To set our Fellows up for success, we believe that upperclassmen, recent graduates, and graduate students are best suited to fulfill those demands. We look forward to launching other programs that cater specifically to students earlier in their educational and technical journey and encourage you to apply to the Fellowship when you are eligible.    

No. Your graduation date must be on or after May 1, 2025, to be eligible to apply.

There is no comprehensive list of eligible programs. As long as your program: (1) is three months (12 weeks) in length, (2) is taught by an instructor in live sessions, and (3) your completion date is on or after May 1, 2025, you will be eligible.  

No. Your bootcamp or certificate completion date must be between May 1, 2025, and January 31, 2026. 

No, we welcome qualified applicants from all majors or degree programs to apply. Our only requirement is that you have demonstrated technical expertise, gained formally or informally, in the areas of practice you are most interested in.

No. You can only apply to one track. If you are interested in multiple tracks, please select the one in which you are most qualified.  

The Fellowship is designed for those who are ready to serve as technical contributors to their government offices. Given the wide range of roles, we do not evaluate applicants on a defined set of tools and skills. We encourage applicants to explore past presentations on our Github to see how previous Fellows applied their technical skills in their roles. 

We recognize that experience comes in many forms and isn’t limited to work experience. We encourage you to highlight any projects that demonstrate your technical abilities. In addition to technical experience, consider sharing other experiences that demonstrate your commitment to public service, social impact, leadership, or mentorship. (Our resume format is designed for you to show this!)

Fellows are mission-driven, independent problem solvers who are excited to serve their communities, want to take initiative as technical contributors, and can comfortably navigate ambiguity and an ever-changing pace of work in government. They are also excellent communicators who can make technical concepts digestible for non-technical audiences and work with a wide range of stakeholders.

Matching and referrals are based on providing the best match for the needs of our government partners. Be sure to highlight your technical expertise (i.e., skills, tools, languages, frameworks, and practices) throughout your application, as these will be the basis of our matching and referral process. 

While you will not have a chance to select a specific government office to work with, you will have the opportunity to confirm or decline a match during the referral process. You will receive more information about your matched role to help you make an informed decision.

Unfortunately, given the complexity of our process, our team cannot accommodate accelerated review requests.