Make an Impact on Policy
LEGIS Congressional Fellowship
For over 25 years, the LEGIS Fellows program has attracted professionals from government, business, and nonprofits.
Spend months working with legislators, participate in committee hearings, briefing members of Congress, drafting legislation, and serving as a constituent liaison with unparalleled support from WashU at Brookings.
This fellowship is highly selective, welcoming seasoned managers passionate about legislative policy.
Visit the WashU at Brookings website for more information.
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Location
Washington, DC -
Duration
7 or 12 months -
Format
Fellowship -
Start
January 5, 2026
2026 Fellowship Term
Orientation
- Live Virtual Kickoff: December 3, 2025
- In-Person Orientation: January 5-13, 2026
Seven-Month Fellowship
- January 5-July 31, 2026*
- $4,650
Full-Year Fellowship
- January 5-December 18, 2026*
- $6,250
*Listed end dates are based on the projected Congressional calendar and may vary slightly.
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As a LEGIS fellow, you engage in the legislative process from the inside. Consequently, you gain an understanding of the strengths and limits of Congress and the impact of politics and procedure on policymaking.
—Former Rep. Bob Carr (D-MI), senior program adviser, executive in residence, WashU at Brookings
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