Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellowship Grant

Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellowship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Psychological Foundation Inc
Amount: US $75,000 - US $90,000
Last Updated: June 21, 2025

Summary

The Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellowship offers developmental and clinical psychologists a unique opportunity to gain public policy experience while enhancing the application of psychological knowledge in government. Funded by the American Psychological Foundation, this fellowship supports one fellow annually with a stipend of $75,000 to $90,000, along with health insurance reimbursement and professional development funds. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in child psychology and policy issues, and have strong communication skills.

Overview

The purpose of the Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellowship is to provide developmental and clinical psychologists with expertise in the psychological development of children with an invaluable public policy learning experience; to contribute to the more effective use of psychological knowledge in government; and to broaden awareness about the value of psychology-government interaction among psychologists and within the federal government. Through a generous bequest to the American Psychological Foundation from Jacquelin Goldman, PhD, APA administers this APF-funded program for a congressional fellow with an interest in public policy. Applicants for this fellowship must have a background in developmental or clinical psychology and experience working directly with children. Fellowship activities may involve drafting legislation, conducting oversight work, assisting with congressional hearings and events, and preparing briefs and speeches. Fellows also attend a two-week orientation program on congressional and executive branch operations, which provides guidance for the congressional placement process, and participate in a yearlong seminar series on science and public policy issues. The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) administers these professional development activities for the APA fellows and for fellows sponsored by over two dozen other professional societies. Award APF will sponsor up to one Jacquelin Goldman Congressional Fellow for a one-year appointment beginning approximately August 30.. The Fellowship stipend ranges from $75,000 to $90,000, depending upon years of post-doctoral experience. In addition, the Fellowship provides reimbursement for health insurance coverage and a $3,750 stipend for professional development and relocation expenses during the fellowship year. Final selection of Fellows will be made in early spring.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Demonstrate excellence in scientific and/or professional psychology related to child development issues and have hands-on experience working directly with children.Demonstrate knowledge of policy issues.Have a strong interest in applying psychological knowledge to public policies.Be able to work quickly and communicate effectively on a wide variety of topics and be able to work cooperatively with individuals with diverse viewpoints.Have a doctorate in psychology (from an APA accredited doctoral program and internship, if in the area of professional psychology) or related field by the application deadline.Be a psychologist, a member of APA (or applicant for membership), and a U.S. citizen.A special exception is made for current psychology interns who may apply with certification from the director of training in their doctoral program that they have met all but the internship requirement for their doctoral degree by the application deadline. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member.