Governor's Fellowship
The Governor's Fellowship provides a unique experience in Indiana State government. The program is highly selective, recruiting talented young men and women from across the State who will serve in various State agencies on a rotating basis over the course of twelve months. Fellows participate in the daily activities of State government, complete special projects, travel to observe how work in the Capitol translates into action throughout the State, and experience firsthand how policy is made.
The Governor's Fellowship Program is open to college graduates who receive their bachelor's degrees in either summer/fall of 2008 or spring of 2009. While any such graduate may apply, special consideration is given to applicants from Indiana, and likely candidates will have a B- or above grade point average. A steering committee conducts an initial review of the applications; the most qualified candidates are then selected to interview with the committee at the State House in Indianapolis. After the interviews, the committee forwards its recommendations to the governor based on applicant's leadership skills, academic record, references, quality of essay and overall interest in state government. The governor then makes the final selection.
Governor's Fellows receive a competitive salary (approximately $24,000) plus full fringe benefits during the Fellowship year. The year of service corresponds with the state fiscal year, July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010.
Governor's Fellows work in a variety of settings including the Governor's Office, Lieutenant Governor's Office, Office of Management and Budget, the Family and Social Services Administration, Department of Environmental Management, Department of Natural Resources, Department of Administration, Department of Homeland Security and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, to name a few.
Many of those who have participated as Governor's Fellows over the past two decades have gone on to successful careers in both the public and the private sector - some serving at the highest levels of local, State and federal government. They have taken from their fellowship experience a solid understanding of the workings of government and have honed their research, writing, communication and management skills. At the same time, they have given back to the State through their year in public service.
To apply, complete the application and mail it to the governor's office. The application must be postmarked by February 13, 2009, in order to be considered.
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