IEEE-USA Government Fellowship Program (2026–2027)

The IEEE-USA Government Fellowship Program offers a unique opportunity for qualified U.S. IEEE members to serve as policy advisors within the U.S. federal government. Each year, selected Fellows spend one year in Washington, DC, working directly with the U.S. Congress or the U.S. Department of State, helping shape public policy through science, technology, and engineering expertise.

Established in 1973, the program connects STEM professionals with policymakers to strengthen evidence-based decision-making and promote the public good.

Bring Engineering Expertise into U.S. Public Policy

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Fellowship Overview

• Fellowship Term: September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027

• Location: Washington, DC, USA

• Opportunity Type: Fellowship (Public Policy / Government)

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Fellowship Tracks

Applicants may apply to one of the following fellowships:

Congressional Fellowship

Serve as a technical advisor to a U.S. Senator, Representative, or Congressional Committee on Capitol Hill.

Engineering & Diplomacy Fellowship (U.S. Department of State)

Provide STEM expertise to the U.S. State Department while contributing to foreign policy and international diplomacy.

Congressional Electric Grid Policy Fellowship (NEW)

Support congressional offices and committees working on electric grid and energy policy, leveraging specialized technical expertise.

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Who Can Apply

• U.S. citizens only

• Active IEEE members

• Professionals with a background in science, technology, engineering, or related fields

• Applicants interested in public policy, government service, and civic impact

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Benefits of the Fellowship

• Hands-on experience in federal policymaking

• Opportunity to advise lawmakers on critical national and global issues

• Professional development in public policy and government affairs

• Access to a distinguished network of current and former IEEE-USA Government Fellows

• A rare chance to bridge STEM and public service

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Application Deadline

Friday, January 9, 2026

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How to Apply

Applicants must submit all required materials through the IEEE-USA online application portal.

Apply Here

Note: Applicants must be active IEEE members at the time of application.

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Contact Information

For additional questions, please contact:

• Erica Wissolik, Program Manager

• Annie Perrin Grisham, Policy Associate

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About IEEE-USA

IEEE-USA is a unit of IEEE dedicated to advancing the career and public policy interests of IEEE’s U.S. members. IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional organization, committed to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity.

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