James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program

James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program

Junior Fellows work for one year as a foreign policy research assistant at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, D.C.  Fellows have the opportunity to assist senior associates in research for books, co-author journal articles and policy papers, participate in meetings with high-level officials, contribute to Congressional testimony, and organize briefings for scholars, journalists, and government officials.

Award

$47,000 salary plus benefits for the 12-month position.

Eligibility
Senior, WashU endorsement required

Graduating seniors and those who have graduated during the past academic year. WashU endorsement required.

Deadline

Campus Deadline: December 18, 2025 12:00 p.m. (noon) CT

WashU Pre-Application Form

To apply for WashU endorsement, submit our Pre-Application Form.
 

Complete Pre-Application Form

 

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