Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship 2027: $5,000 Stipend, Apply Now

Application Deadline: January 9, 2027.

Applications are now open for the Summer 2027 Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship, offered by Silverado Policy Accelerator. The application deadline is January 9, 2027.

The fellowship gives graduate students and eligible undergraduate seniors hands-on policy experience in Washington, D.C. Fellows receive a $5,000 stipend, round-trip travel within the United States and arranged housing for the whole program.

Important for international readers: the listing says “All Countries,” but applicants must already be U.S. citizens or hold valid U.S. work authorisation. Silverado does not sponsor work visas. Read the eligibility section closely before you apply.

About the Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship

Silverado Policy Accelerator created the fellowship in 2023 to help students build pathways into public policy careers. It honours Catherine Hinman, the late sister of Maureen Hinman.

The program runs for 8 to 10 weeks, from late May to early August 2027. Fellows work in person at Silverado’s Washington office and learn how federal and international policymaking works. It suits students with a strong interest in policy but little experience or few contacts in the city.

Areas of Focus

Applicants should show experience or strong interest in at least one of these areas:

• International trade and trade policy
• Industrial and economic security
• National security
• Energy and resource security
• Climate and ecological security
• Cybersecurity and artificial intelligence
• International relations and public policy development

Benefits of the Fellowship

• $5,000 stipend: Paid in two instalments, half at the start and half on completion.
• Travel covered: Round-trip expenses to Washington, D.C., from anywhere in the United States.
• Housing covered: Silverado arranges accommodation for the whole fellowship.
• Mentorship: Get guidance from professionals in your area of interest.
• Career seminars: Hear from current policy leaders in Washington.
• Networking: Meet people from government, nonprofits, business and academia.
• Skills training: Build technical writing, policy research and analysis skills.
• Capstone project: Develop and present a research project to the Silverado team.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen, or hold valid work authorisation in the United States (such as a work visa or permanent residency)
• Be an enrolled graduate student, or an undergraduate senior in a 4+1 program
• Have a background in economics, applied sciences, international affairs or a related field
• Show interest in policy development and international relations
• Have little or no professional experience or network in Washington, D.C.
• Show experience or strong interest in one or more of Silverado’s focus areas

International applicants must already have the right authorisation. Any offer depends on you securing it independently or through your university. Silverado offers no legal guidance on immigration.

Application Process and Key Dates

Application link: Use the official provider portal linked from the listing.

Prepare these documents:

1. A resume or CV
2. Unofficial academic transcripts for your undergraduate and graduate studies
3. A cover letter explaining how the fellowship supports your policy career and fits Silverado’s focus areas
4. A writing sample (optional)

Key dates:

• October 19, 2026: Applications open
• November 2026: Rolling review begins
• January 9, 2027: Application deadline
• Late May to early August 2027: Fellowship period

Because applications are reviewed as they arrive, early submissions are considered sooner.

Why You Should Apply: Tips for a Strong Application

1. Check work authorisation first. Without it, your application cannot succeed.
2. Pick your focus area. Tie your studies and interests to one or two of Silverado’s priorities.
3. Use the cover letter well. Explain what you will do with this experience, not only what you want from it.
4. Show your need. The fellowship targets students without existing D.C. contacts, so explain how it fills that gap.
5. Add a writing sample. It is optional, but it shows analytical and research skills.
6. Apply early. Rolling review favours early applicants.
7. Plan for the full 8 to 10 weeks. You must be available in person in Washington.

Conclusion

The Catherine Hinman Memorial Fellowship offers funded, in-person policy experience for students starting out in the field. If you are in the United States and meet the authorisation rule, it can open doors in policy careers.

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