The Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship creates opportunities for graduate students from across the country pursuing public policy careers, with background studies in economics, applied sciences, international affairs, etc., to gain practical experience and grow professional networks in Washington DC. The Fellowship aims to support Fellows (who would not otherwise have the financial means to spend a summer in Washington DC) to showcase technical skills, immerse into federal policy-making and international affairs, and sow seeds of professional growth for years to come.
Back for its second year, the Fellowship will be hosted by the Silverado Policy Accelerator, a think tank focused on American prosperity and global competitiveness through investment in bipartisan economic, strategic, and technological policy solutions. Please note: some Fellows may have the opportunity to be placed in other DC-based policy organizations for the summer.
Fellows will be introduced to diverse career pathways, including through networking with DC-based professionals from across the U.S. Government, non-profit organizations, business, and academia. Each fellow will be paired with a mentor in their field of interest to guide their success in the Fellowship, including the completion of a final project of practical application (i.e., research supporting the adoption of federal regulation, publication, draft rules or regulations, etc.) that also advances Silverado's mission and the Fellows' career aspirations.
Program Details
- Overview
- Compensation
- Duration
- Qualifications
- How to Apply
- Application Deadline
- Fellowship requirements once selected
Overview
- Seminar on policy-making in DC
- Networking with professionals in Government, non-profits, business, and academia
- Ongoing mentoring in the professional field of interest
- In-person work at Silverado Policy Accelerator
- Research project presented at a capstone event with mentors and friends of Silverado
Hear From our Fellowship Alumni
"The Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship propelled me closer to my career aspirations in federal policy-making. Under Silverado's mentorship, I delved into the policy areas of decarbonization, critical minerals supply chains, and international affairs more broadly. I wholeheartedly recommend applying for this dynamic D.C.-based professional opportunity."
"The Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship has been truly instrumental in my growth and development as a graduate student. Through networking events, workshops hosted by the team, and research opportunities, I not only grew professionally, but also gained firsthand perspective on Silverado's impact within the D.C. policymaking community. I am so grateful for the opportunities this fellowship afforded me.”
The Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship provided me with the opportunity to explore my research interests, particularly the shift from fossil fuels to clean energy. It also granted me valuable insights into the realm of international trade and enabled me to establish personal relationships with individuals in various government sectors, which would have been difficult to achieve otherwise.