Herbert Scoville Peace Fellowship 2025/2026, USA (Fully Funded)

Work with Leading Organizations

Fellows select their host organization based on their interests and the organization’s needs. Participating organizations provide office space, supervision, and mentorship to ensure fellows thrive.

Diverse Activities

While fellows cannot engage in Congressional lobbying, they participate in activities such as:

• Researching and analyzing peace and security issues
• Writing articles, reports, or opinion pieces
• Organizing forums, outreach campaigns, or rallies
• Actively contributing to the goals of their host organization

Networking Opportunities

Fellows join an extensive network of alumni, professionals, and leaders in the peace and security field. The program also organizes a welcome event for incoming fellows to meet their predecessors.

Relocation Support

The fellowship covers relocation costs for fellows moving to Washington, DC.

Salary

Fellows receive a salary of $4,079 per month and basic health insurance compensation, plus travel expenses to Washington, DC. The program also provides $1,000 per fellow for professional development to attend relevant conferences or meetings that could cover travel, accommodations, and registration fees, or to take a language or policy course. The program arranges meetings for the fellows with policy experts and social networking events with alumni. Fellows also receive mentoring from a board member and a former fellow.

Why Apply for the Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship?

The fellowship aims to empower young professionals by providing hands-on experience in public-interest activism and advocacy. Fellows collaborate with one of the 26 participating organizations to address peace and security challenges, gaining practical knowledge and making meaningful contributions. From research and writing to organizing events and campaigns, the fellowship offers a dynamic environment to grow your skills and advance your career.

This fellowship is open to domestic and international students of all nationalities.

To be eligible for the Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship, applicants must:

• Education: Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree by the fellowship start date.
• Citizenship: Be a U.S. citizen or a non-U.S. citizen living in the U.S. with a valid work visa.
• Experience: Have a background in peace and security issues, demonstrated through coursework, graduate study, independent research, or substantial public-interest activism.
• Communication Skills: Exhibit excellent written and oral communication abilities.

Note: Preference is given to individuals without prior public-interest or government experience in Washington, DC.

Deadlines

• Fall 2025 Fellowship: Application deadline is January 15, 2025
• Spring 2026 Fellowship: Application deadline is October 6, 2025

Finalists are invited to Washington for interviews, with travel and accommodations provided by the fellowship.

Start Dates:

• Fall Fellowship: Between July 15, 2025 and October 1, 2025
• Spring 2026 Fellowship: Yet to be announced

Application Process

Applicants must submit their materials through the Submittable platform. Be sure to create an account to begin your application and upload all required documents before the deadline. Missing documents may disqualify your application.

If you encounter any issues with the application form, contact Submittable support or email [email protected]. After submission, expect a confirmation email within 24 hours.

Why This Fellowship is a Game-Changer

The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship is a launching pad for a career in international peace and security. Past fellows have gone on to impactful roles in public-interest organizations, academia, federal government, and media. By addressing some of the world’s most critical issues, Scoville Fellows not only gain invaluable experience but also contribute to creating a safer, more peaceful world.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to make a difference and start your journey in the field of peace and security, the Scoville Fellowship awaits. Visit the program’s website and take the first step toward a transformative experience in Washington, DC.