[ES_JOBS_NET] Congressional Geoscience Fellowship - applications now open

[Ben Mandler]

Applications are open for the American Geosciences Institute's 2019-20 William L. Fisher Congressional Geoscience Fellowship. This fellowship represents a unique opportunity to gain first-hand experience with the legislative process on Capitol Hill. The successful candidate will spend 12 months (starting September 1, 2019) in Washington, D.C., working as a staff member in the office of a member of Congress or congressional committee. Fellows make practical contributions to the effective and timely use of geoscientific knowledge on issues relating to the environment, resources, natural hazards, and federal science policy.

Prospective applicants should have a broad geoscience background and excellent written and oral communication skills. Although prior experience in public policy is not necessary, a demonstrable interest in applying science to solving public problems is desirable. A Ph.D. at the time of appointment or a master's degree in engineering plus three years of professional engineering experience is required. Applicants must be members of one of AGI's member societies, a list of which is available on our website.

This one-year fellowship carries an annual salary of $68,000, relocation and travel funds, plus a full benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan.

Funding for the fellowship is provided through an endowment established by the AGI Foundation to honor William L. Fisher, the Leonidas T. Barrow Centennial Chair in Mineral Resources and Professor at the John A. and Katherine G. Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas, Austin.

To apply, interested candidates must submit the following materials as a single document - Word (.doc or .docx) or PDF (.pdf) - using the online submission form<http://www.americangeosciences.org/policy/internships-and-fellowships> by the deadline on February 1, 2019.

  *   A cover letter - The candidate's cover letter should include an addendum listing society memberships with membership numbers, and the names and contact information of your three references.
  *   A statement of purpose - The statement of purpose should include your reasons for applying for this Fellowship, what you would bring to the Fellowship, and what you hope to gain from the Fellowship. It should be brief, no more than 1000 words in length.
  *   A curriculum vitae

Applicants must also provide three letters of reference. Letters of reference should be submitted by the application deadline through the reference online submission link or by regular mail to the address below.
American Geosciences Institute
ATTN: Geoscience Policy Program
4220 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302

Employee must pass a background check and be legally eligible to work in the United States. AGI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or protected Veteran status.


For further details, and to apply, visit www.americangeosciences.org/policy/internships-and-fellowships<http://www.americangeosciences.org/policy/internships-and-fellowships>, or e-mail govt at americangeosciences.org


Several of AGI's Member Societies also sponsor Congressional Science Fellowships. We encourage interested applicants to check out the fellowships offered by the American Geophysical Union, the American Meteorological Society, the Geological Society of America, and the Soil Science Society of America. It is acceptable to apply to more than one society. Stipends, application procedures, and deadlines may vary.

Regards,
Ben Mandler

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Ben E. Mandler, Ph.D.
Program Supervisor, Policy and Critical Issues
American Geosciences Institute
4220 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22302
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