Applications are open for the Science and Technology Policy Fellowship 2026, a competitive training programme designed to help science and technology professionals understand how to influence public policy and social change.

The fellowship will run from 1–26 June 2026 in a hybrid format, with the first two weeks conducted online and the final two weeks hosted in person at Tides Converge in San Francisco, United States. Fellows who choose to participate in the optional final project phase will continue remotely from 29 June to 24 August 2026.

This programme is designed for individuals with backgrounds in science, technology, engineering, environment, or related fields who want to explore how their expertise can shape policy discussions and decision-making.

Programme Structure

The fellowship consists of two phases:

1. Policy Bootcamp (Full-Time, June 1–26):
   Participants will learn the fundamentals of policymaking, stakeholder engagement, and policy communication through interactive classes and practical exercises, including writing policy memos and delivering policy pitches.

2. Optional Final Project (Remote, Part-Time):
   Fellows may work on a policy-focused project, such as drafting regulations, writing white papers, developing toolkits, or creating digital tools for policymakers. Selected projects may be published or presented during future demo events.

While all STEM professionals are encouraged to apply, priority will be given to candidates working in:

• Emerging technologies (e.g., AI, quantum computing, autonomous systems)

• Cybersecurity

• Environmental and climate-related fields

Application Timeline

• Applications Open: 18 December

• Application Deadline: 5 February

• Finalists Notified: Mid-March

• Fellows Admitted: Mid-April

• Programme Start: 1 June 2026

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