Paid US Fellowships 2026

The Paid US Fellowships are funded internships run by the U.S. Department of State. They are open to undergraduate and graduate students and focus on diplomacy, politics, administration and institutional development. The internship is fully funded with compensation according to federal pay scales and provides professional exposure in a governmental diplomatic environment.

Salary as per federal pay scales; professional experience in diplomacy, networking opportunities and exposure to government operations

Open to undergraduate and graduate students who are U.S. citizens.

Apply through the federal employment portal (USAJOBS) for the program entry