How to Apply

The John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service provides an opportunity for ten graduate students in the New York City area to complete a nine-month paid fellowship at a New York City government agency or nonprofit organization. Each fellow will receive a $4,000 stipend, will be placed within the emergency management unit at their assigned agency, and will participate in special programs with other fellows. (Fellows commit roughly 15 to 20 hours per week to their assigned agency/organization.) 

Fellows will have the opportunity to work on projects that focus on emergency preparedness and resilience, and involve collaboration with New York City government agencies, community-based organizations, and other key partners. They will also be given access to, and encouraged to complete, the New York City Emergency Management certificate program. Through their work, fellows will gain invaluable, first-hand experience working with City agencies and nonprofit organizations in the critical and growing field of emergency management.

Eligibility

• A commitment to New York City and to public service.
• A strong interest in emergency management and community resiliency.
• Superior academic achievement and relevant prior work experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently, and in highly collaborative environments.
• A proactive, "can-do" attitude and strong desire to learn.
• Proficiency using major social media platforms, conducting internet research, and using Microsoft Office.
• First-hand knowledge of New York City's neighborhoods and community-based organizations preferred, but not required.

Applicants must be in a graduate or PhD program from September 2018 to May 2019 to be eligible for the fellowship. Degree programs in public administration, public health, emergency management, public safety, and public policy are preferred, but all qualifying graduate students will be considered.

This is an in-person fellowship. While there are no residency requirements, applicants must be able to commute to New York City at least two to three days per week for the duration of the fellowship (September 2018 to May 2019).

To Apply

The John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service is seeking a fellow to work with the NYC Department of Education. Learn more and apply

Application Timeline

• Completed applications were due by midnight, April 3.
• Up to 25 finalists will be selected and notified by April 10.
• Participating agencies will host an informational webinar for finalists on April 12.
• Finalists will interview with participating agencies at NYC Emergency Management on April 19.
• Ten (10) fellows will be selected and notified of acceptance beginning April 24 through May 1.
• Fellowship begins the second week of September 2018 and runs through the first week of May 2019.

• Please note that this timeline offers projected dates that are subject to change. Please contact the John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service with questions or concerns.