CBCF Congressional Fellows Program

Award Name: CBCF Congressional Fellows Program
	Organization Information: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation 1720 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036 Phone Number: (202) 263-2800 Email: info@cbcfinc.org Fax Number: (202) 775-0773
	Study Level: Professional Development
	Award Type: Fellowship
	Purpose: To increase the number of African Americans working as professional staff in the U.S. Congress.
	Focus: General studies.
	Qualifications: Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permitted to work in the U.S.; a graduate or have professional degree completed prior to the start date fellowship program; familiar with the federal legislative process, Congress and the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and its members; and have demonstrated interest in public policy and commitment to creating and implementing policy to improve the living conditions for underserved and underrepresented individuals. Criteria: Selection is based on a combination of the following criteria: a record of academic and professional achievement; evidence of leadership skills and the potential for further growth; demonstrated interest in public policy; and quality of paper application and interview performance.
	Funds: $40,000 with benefits. Duration: One year. To Apply: Applicants must submit a completed application form along with a resume; three letters of recommendation; three Transcript (at least one must be an official transcript); and three essays (each essay no more than two pages in length). Submit three copies of the complete application under one cover. Bind application with paperclips (do not use staples). Deadline: May 23.
	For more information go to: http://www.cbcfinc.org