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Our flagship program since 2021. Fellows earn $3,250/mo. for three months in the spring, summer, or fall in a D.C. internship with Friday courses.

Applications are now closed for the Spring 2026 program. You can apply below on a rolling deadline basis for Summer and Fall 2026.


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Applications are now closed for the Spring 2026 program. You can apply below on a rolling deadline basis for Summer and Fall 2026.

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About

The Fellowship for American Statecraft is unlike any other program in Washington. American Moment organizes and pays accepted Fellows $3,250/mo. per month for three months and places them at an internship either on Capitol Hill or in the Executive Branch in Washington, D.C. The stipend is designed to be livable and not require outside housing supplementation, and Fellows are placed with American Moment allies to develop on-the-job skills and key early career credentials.
      • Highest-paid DC Fellowship
      • No college degree or prior political experience required for admission
      • Paired with top Congressional or Executive Branch offices
      • Past speakers: Vice President JD Vance, Jeff Sessions, Blake Masters, Rachel Bovard, Helen Andrews, and Mark Meadows
      • Job opportunities and career advising
      • Instant access to impressive alumni network
The Fall 2025 program is currently underway until Friday, November 21. The Spring 2026 program will begin with a retreat on January 14-16, 2026 and will continue with weekly programming until Friday, April 10, 2026.

Why choose this program?

The steepest hill to climb for any young person looking to get involved in politics or public policy is to get their first job—the first institution willing to credential them with their dollar and reputation in affiliation.

We are not adherent to the morally bankrupt system that is American higher education, so we do not require college degrees, nor prior political experience, for admission. The program’s generous funding is designed to make the Fellowship livable with no external income, so young people of all economic means are encouraged to apply.

Additionally, one day per week, Fellows will join American Moment staff, allied organizations, and public policy leaders for seminars designed to supplement their on-the-job education and teach them the foundations of public policy across American Moment’s issue priorities.

Moreover, networking activities and other exciting opportunities will be offered so that any Fellowship member has the opportunity to meet new like-minded peers and mentors.

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FAQ

Learn more about the program.

When is the Fellowship for American Statecraft? 
The Fall 2025 program is currently underway until Friday, November 21. The Spring 2026 program will begin with a retreat on January 14-16, 2026 and will continue with weekly programming until Friday, April 10, 2026.

What are my options for housing? 
Fellows are primarily responsible for finding their own housing. However, in some cases, American Moment may be able to find reduced-cost housing options depending on availability.

What can I expect during the program?
For 12 weeks, Fellows are placed in the executive branch or in congressional offices where they intern four days a week. Every Friday, Fellows will spend the full day in American Moment’s Capitol Hill office to receive lectures from leading public policy experts, public officials, strategists, and practitioners.

Do I get to pick which office or organization I am placed in for the Fellowship? 
During the application process, you will have the opportunity to indicate your preference for ideal destinations, but American Moment will make all final decisions on placements.

If I already have an internship, can I still participate in the Fellowship?
Possibly. Reach out to [email protected] to discuss potential options.

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