Applications call for the White House Fellows Program. The White House Fellows Program office processes the applications and former Fellows screen the applications to identify the most promising candidates. Approximately 100 of the most qualified applicants are selected to be Regional Finalists and are interviewed by eight to ten Regional Panels across the country.

Those selected as White House Fellows travel to Washington DC in July for “Placement Week” to interview with Principals in the White House, the Cabinet, and other government agencies. The Principals and Fellows indicate their desired preferences to the Program Director. The Director determines the placement of each Fellow’s work placement for the Fellowship year.

The White House Fellows undergo orientation and onboarding in mid-August and begin their work placements in September.

Requirements

• Applicants to the White House Fellows program must be U.S. citizens.
• Employees of the Federal government are not eligible unless they are career military personnel.
• Applicants must have completed their undergraduate education by the time they begin the application process.
• There are no formal age restrictions to becoming a White House Fellow. However, the
• The Fellowship program aims to provide selected Americans the experience of government service early in their careers.

Selection Criteria

• A record of remarkable professional achievement early in one’s career.
• Evidence of leadership skills and the potential for further growth.
• A demonstrated commitment to public service.
• The skills to succeed at the highest levels of the Federal government, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Application Materials

The application must consist of the following information

• Personal Information
• Recommendations
• Declarations
• Resume
• Essays
• Certification

Click here to view the questions that are asked on the application.