REQUIREMENTS OF THE FELLOWSHIP

To be eligible to receive a Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship, applicants must possess the following:

• JD or MA/MS in public policy or a related field
• Demonstrated interest or experience in one of BPI's program areas (affordable housing, public housing and public education)
• Accomplished oral and writing skills
• Strong academic record
• Initiative, creativity and flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of organizations, constituent groups, government and civic leaders

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications for the 2008 Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship are due Friday, October 17, 2008.

Applicants for the 2008 Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship should send a resume, writing sample, three references and cover letter detailing interest in the position by Friday, October 17, 2008 to:

 

Business and Professional People for the Public Interest
Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship
Attn: Katie Hill
25 East Washington Street, Suite 1515
Chicago, Illinois 60602

Please contact Katie Hill with any questions about the 2009 Polikoff-Gautreaux Fellowship application process.