New York City Urban Fellows Program 2027–2028: Paid Nine-Month Fellowship in Public Policy and City Government

Overview

The New York City Urban Fellows Program is a nine-month professional development experience sponsored by the City of New York and administered by the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services. The programme introduces participants to the challenges, responsibilities, and operations of governing a major urban centre. It combines practical placements within municipal government agencies with educational seminars that explore current urban issues and public administration.

What you get

Participants receive a stipend for the duration of the nine-month fellowship. The programme provides first-hand exposure to the work of city agencies through professional placements, allowing fellows to collaborate directly with public-sector leaders involved in policy development, service delivery, and government operations. Additionally, fellows take part in structured learning seminars that connect broader policy discussions with practical institutional work.