James C. Gaither Junior Fellowships at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Grant

James C. Gaither Junior Fellowships at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Harvard University
Amount: US $47,000
Last Updated: October 22, 2025

Summary

The James C. Gaither Junior Fellowships at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace offer approximately fourteen fellowships annually for graduating seniors or recent graduates. This 10-12 month program allows Junior Fellows to assist senior associates in their research, co-author articles, and engage with high-level officials. Selected candidates receive a salary of $47,000 and full benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those interested in international peace and policy.

Overview

James C. Gaither Junior Fellowships at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Description Each year the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace offers approximately fourteen 10-12 month fellowships to uniquely qualified graduating seniors and individuals who have graduated during the past academic year. Junior Fellows provide research assistance to senior associates working on the Carnegie Endowment’s projects. Junior Fellows conduct research for books, co-author journal articles and policy papers, participate in meetings with high-level officials, contribute to congressional testimony and organize briefings attended by scholars, journalists and government officials. Benefits $47,000 salaryFull benefit Dos and Don’ts: Do: Research how the Carnegie Endowment has engaged with your selected topic already before writing your essays.Do: Demonstrate your skills as they relate to analysis, logic, and written assessment in the topical essay.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Graduating Harvard College senior, or graduated within one year of applicationNot ever enrolled in graduate studyOpen to students with visas with eligibility to work in the U.S.