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2025 Fall/2026 Spring ILF Civic Fellowship Program – Now Accepting Applications!
The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) is pleased to announce that we have internship opportunities for the 2025 Fall/2026 Spring term in Washington, DC. We encourage undergraduate students of all backgrounds interested in working with the federal agencies, think tanks, and nonprofits to apply.
Based on the interests and majors of selected candidates, ILF will help place students within federal agencies, think tanks, and nonprofits in DC. We are working with offices that are interested in hosting ILF Civic Fellows for the Fall/Spring term.
“One of ILF’s goals is to prepare and advocate for the next generation of leaders in public service,” shared Chairman of ILF Dr. Paul Hsu. “It is so important to increase exposure and understanding of civic engagement so that young leaders can take action to support their communities in relevant ways.”
*Note, the applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year as opportunities are available for fall and spring internships (in-person in Washington, DC). Further, ILF does not provide stipends for fall and spring terms. Please review the application below for detailed instructions on how to submit the required materials.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at fellow@ileader.org.
Applicant Eligibility
Who Can Apply
– U.S. Citizens
– Full-time undergraduate students
– Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
– Active participation in public and/or community service
– Applicants from a diverse array of disciplines are encouraged
Application Requirements
What to Submit
– All transcripts (can be emailed to fellow@ileader.org)
– Resume
– At least 1 Letter of Recommendation (can be emailed to fellow@ileader.org)
- Recommender must include contact information and handwritten signature
- Subject line must read “RECOMMENDATION – Lastname, Firstname”
– Completed application form (below)
Answering Short Answer Questions
All questions must be answered on the application form. Please be succinct yet thorough. Qualified candidates will demonstrate ability to write well thought-out, concise, and detailed content.
1. Why are you interested in becoming a Civic Fellow, and how do you intend to contribute to the program and your local community?
2. Provide an example of how you have demonstrated leadership (with or without an official title/position).
3. What are the public policy issues that interest you, and why?
Where to Submit Your Application Reqs.
All transcripts and letter(s) of recommendation must be emailed to fellow@ileader.org OR
uploaded as part of the application form.
– Professor/Recommender must include contact information and a handwritten signature
– Subject line and file must read “RECOMMENDATION – Lastname, Firstname”
Resume (PDF file) is also uploaded through the application form.
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