Applications are currently being accepted for the Paragon Policy Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Paragon Policy Fellowship connects university students and recent graduates with opportunities to work on public interest technology solutions in state and local governments. Fellows spend 8-10 hours per week researching policy and key issues to develop recommendations for their Government Partner. This project-based experience is designed to introduce students to the technology policy landscape, expanding their opportunities, network, and impact through community engagement and professional development.
Fellows must meet ALL of the requirements below to participate in the Fellowship:
Enrolled in a degree program (undergraduate, graduate, law, PhD, etc.) or graduated from a degree program within the last year
Primarily reside in and is authorized to work in the United States*
Able to commit 8-10 hours per week to Fellowship programming, team meetings, and asynchronous Project work
Passionate about technology policy and civic innovation—no prior experience is necessary!
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