The Ash Institute for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard Kennedy School of Government supports excellence in the study and practice of democratic governments, institutions, and processes. The Institute aims to improve government by sharing cutting edge ideas and promoting innovative practices.

The Ash Summer Fellowships program offers opportunities to Harvard Kennedy School degree students to work in the most innovative government programs and offices throughout the United States and abroad. These fellowships are part of the Ash Institute’s efforts to enrich students’ HKS experience while harnessing the talent and experience of students to foster excellence in government around the world.

All students chosen for the summer Fellowships in Innovation, Latin American Local Government, and Urban Policy will participate in a spring 2009 seminar series on issues in local government. In the fall of 2009, all students will share their experiences in a seminar series open to the Kennedy School community. The Ash Institute is currently offering the following portfolio of fellowship and internship opportunities for summer 2009. Application information and project proposals from our host agencies are available by selecting individual program names; deadlines vary by fellowship/internship. Online application>>>

• Fellowship in Innovation (Deadline: February 11, 2009)
• Fellowship in Latin American Local Government (Deadline: February 11, 2009)
• Fellowship in Urban Policy (Deadline: February 11, 2009)
• Hefner China Fund Internship (Deadline: November 15, 2008 & May 1, 2009)
• Research Grants (Deadline: March 1, 2009)
• Vietnam Program Internship (Deadline: December 23, 2008)

Please contact Bruce Jackan at 617-495-7548 for more information. Information on past fellows>>