The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is a national non-partisan, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander participation and representation at all levels of the political process, from community service to elected office.
The APAICS Congressional Fellowship offers individuals an opportunity to serve our nation and deepen their understanding of public policy through participation in the legislative process. Fellows are placed with a congressional office or committee for 12 months and are given work equivalent to that of a congressional legislative aide. By the end of the Fellowship, Fellows will establish a professional network on Capitol Hill, understand how Congress operates, and acquire skills and expertise that make them marketable to congressional offices, federal agencies, nonprofits, and the private sector.
To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
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Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree or have at least five years of public service experience prior to the start of the fellowship
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Note: Some congressional offices will only accept applicants with a graduate degree. Having a graduate degree is advantageous as it will broaden a candidate’s ability to interview with a larger pool of host offices, but it is not required for the fellowship program.
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Be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals who are legally authorized to work full-time without restriction for any U.S. employer and who possess lawful evidence of employment authorization. International students on F-1 or M-1 visas are not eligible.
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Note: Individuals who are seeking consideration under the “Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival” (DACA) policy must possess an Employment Authorization Document at the time of application that is valid throughout the program.
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Family members of the APAICS Board of Directors or National Advisory Council are prohibited from participating in any APAICS programs.
