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Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program Application

*IMPORTANT* All Future Leaders applications must be submitted by November 27, 2026 at 11:59 pm ET. The application form will close at 11:59 pm ET and will time out if still open.  Due to the expected high volume of last minute applications on November 27, we highly recommend submitting your application at least one hour prior to the application close time. The high volume often blocks application submission even if all fields are completed correctly, so please plan accordingly.
University Partner Schools and Programs
For Summer 2027, the Partnership for Public Service has established official partnerships for the Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program with the following universities and programs. Only students enrolled in these partner institutions or programs are eligible to apply. 


  • To qualify for the Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC) and Center for Excellence partnership, applicants must currently attend an HBCU or Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and must have either completed the A.T.I. Summer Leadership Training in Summer 2026 or earlier, or plan to apply for the Summer 2027 training.

  • Students must be currently enrolled at one of the following Ohio Five member institutions and graduating after Spring 2027:

    – Denison University
    – Kenyon College
    – Oberlin College
    – Ohio Wesleyan University
    – The College of Wooster. 

  • All Rice University undergraduate School of Social Sciences declared majors are eligible under this Partnership

  • All St. John’s College – Annapolis students are eligible under this partnership.

  • Prior to applying to Future Leaders, please email Matt Gibeson in the Career Development Office about your intent to apply – matthew.gibeson@sjc.edu.

  • Only undergraduate students from the University of Chicago are eligible under this partnership.


  • Only undergraduate students who qualify for Spider Internship Funds are eligible under this Partnership. Please check the UR Summer Fellowships website for full Summer 2027 Spider Fund requirements and deadlines. 

  • All Binghamton students are eligible under this partnership.

  • Graduate students and students enrolled in PlusOne programs in Northeastern’s School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs are eligible under this partnership.

  • Rutgers University students must submit their application for the Future Leaders program in conjunction with an application to Rutgers Scarlet Service in Washington, DC.
  • Please note that Rutgers applicants are not eligible for the Public Health track due to the Scarlet Service location requirement of a Washington, DC based internship.

  • All St. Olaf students with a graduation date of December 2027 or later are eligible under this partnership.

  • Current or past students in the Public Affairs Conversation Program are especially invited to apply to the Future Leaders Program. While all students are encouraged to apply, a slight preference will be given to past or current Public Affairs Conversation Program students.

  • Full-time Master of Public Administration (MPA) students at the Fels Institute of Government and select Robert A. Fox Leadership program fellows are eligible under this partnership.

  • For Fels students, only those who have not yet received the Public Leadership and Service Stipend (PLAS) are eligible to apply.

  • Only graduate students in the MPP program from the Luskin Department of Public Policy are eligible under this partnership. Graduate students must be returning to campus for Fall 2027 and must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher to qualify.

  • All currently enrolled students at Sacramento State with a graduation date later than May/June 2027 are eligible to apply. 

  • Only current sophomores and juniors from Wellesley College are eligible to apply. Students funded for this program are subject to College internship requirements and policies.
Only students attending partnered schools are eligible for the Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program
Eligibility

U.S. citizenship is a requirement for this program due to the hiring conditions of our government partners. 
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If your current degree program does not have an exact major name (i.e. First Year Seminar or Common Year), please write your intended major in this field.



Note - applicants who will graduate in December 2026 or who have graduated earlier than this date are ineligible for this program.


Program Tracks

The Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program is seeking candidates with various backgrounds to fill potential positions across the participating agencies. Therefore, we created different tracks to align with opportunities based on candidate backgrounds. Please choose up to two tracks that you are interested in that match with your area of study. Example backgrounds are listed below for your reference. 

Program Track Descriptions

  • Data Science: Data science positions may include a focus on analyzing public-sector data, reporting on data trends to inform agency decision making, and building tools to improve public programs and services. Interns will gain skills in data analysis, statistical analysis, data visualization, programming, data cleaning and management, and communicating findings to internal and external audiences. Part of the AI-focused tracks.
  • Public Administration: Public Administration positions may include a focus on supporting public-facing programs, researching and implementing policies, and analyzing budget and financial data. Interns will gain skills in project and program management, policy analysis, research, writing and editing. Part of the AI-focused tracks.
  • Public Interest Technology & AI: Public Interest Technology & AI positions may include a focus on operations technology-focused policy, AI policy and design. Interns will gain skills in writing/editing, program management, data analysis, entrepreneurship and stakeholder management. Candidates must be interested in technology innovation and harnessing the full potential of technology and AI for public good. Part of the AI-focused tracks.
  • Public Health: This track is open to candidates of any major interested in working on public health initiatives exclusively with California state government. Public Health positions may include a focus on improving community health outcomes, disease prevention and long-term impacts on the public. Interns may gain skills in tracking health policy, program implementation, data analysis, and research. This track is a good fit for interns who wish to support the implementation of programs to support a healthier California, enjoy translating data and research into practical recommendations for communities, and like collaborating with partners to design, deliver and evaluate programs.
IMPORTANT - If you select Public Health as one of your interest areas, please note that this track requires that all candidates be physically located in California for the duration of the Summer 2027 internship. If you are unable to relocate to or reside in California for this internship track, please choose another track option. Students applying from the Rutgers Scarlet Service in Washington, DC Program are not eligible to apply for the public health track due to the DC-based requirement.



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Resume and Transcript
In order to complete your application, you must include:
  • Your current resume (1-2 pages).
  • Your latest unofficial transcript(s) in PDF format including enrollment in the Fall 2026 term. 
    • If your transcript does not show Fall 2026 enrollment at the time of application submission, please also upload a copy of your Fall 2026 class schedule. 
    • If you have not yet enrolled in Fall 2026 courses, you may submit your transcript as is; the Partnership will follow up to confirm Fall 2026 enrollment at a later date. Transcript should include cumulative GPA and graded courses taken to date. Unofficial transcripts are accepted.
    • For graduate students without completed grades at the time of the application submission, please submit your undergraduate transcript and a proof of enrollment in your graduate program. 

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Short Essay Questions
In this section, we ask you to complete the following short essay questions in order to get a better sense of your candidacy and assess your professionalism and interest in this program. Please be thoughtful with your answers and provide specific examples that focus on professional, volunteer or academic experience when necessary.  






Demographic Information
Filling out this information is optional and will only be used for internal purposes. 




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