Capital Fellows Program

Opportunity for college graduates to begin their careers and engage in public service.

The Capital Fellows Programs are nationally recognized public policy fellowships that offer unique experiences in policy-making and development in each branch of California's state government.

During the year-long programs, Capital Fellows operate as full-time paid employees working in a Legislative, Executive or Judicial Branch office for 10-11 months. Capital Fellows are placed at some of the highest levels of California state government and assist state legislators, senior-level executive staff, and court administrators with a broad range of public policy issues and projects and are typically given assignments with a significant amount of responsibility and challenges.

All Fellows receive:
10-11 months paid, full-time employment, as well as medical, dental and vision benefits;
One-time moving allowance of $875 (non-taxable);
Paid university enrollment and earn six graduate units;
Student loan deferment; and
Upon successful completion of the fellowship, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Policy and Government