Governor’s Fellow Program
February 16th, 2010Opportunity
Apply for the Governor’s Fellows Program.
Information
The historic and prestigious Virginia Governor’s Fellows Program offers a select group of outstanding and highly motivated individuals the opportunity to experience firsthand the administration of state government in the Commonwealth. Established in 1982, the Governor’s Fellows Program brings exceptional students with creative ideas to state government - an experience that often leads to careers in public service.
http://www.governor.virginia.gov/OurCommonwealth/GovernorsFellows/index.cfm
Requirements
Applications due Friday, March 5, 2010.
Qualified applicants must be rising college seniors, graduating college seniors or enrolled as degree candidates in a graduate or professional school. Applicants must be enrolled in a Virginia college or university or must be a Virginia resident if enrolled in an out-of-state institution. They must also have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in academics, proven leadership ability, and involvement in extracurricular activities and community service. The selection of Fellows will be based solely on merit, without regard to race, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, or political affiliation.
Fellows will be required to work full-time in Virginia state government. The 2010 Governor’s Fellows Program will begin Monday, June 7, 2010 through Friday, July 30, 2010.
To apply, you must submit:
- Online application
- Two letters of recommendation
- An official transcript
Mail your transcripts and letters of recommendation to the attention of:
Governor’s Fellows Program
Patrick Henry Building
1111 East Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23219
Attention: Generra Peck, 4th Floor
Contact
http://www.governor.virginia.gov/OurCommonwealth/GovernorsFellows/fellowsFAQ.cfm
