Position Summary: AWIS is seeking a self-motivated, dynamic, and enthusiastic individual who supports the mission of our organization and is ready to hit the ground running in this exciting and rigorous Public Policy Fellowship.

Responsibilities: The Public Policy Fellow at AWIS is responsible for many aspects of the National Office’s advocacy operations. The Fellow will attend all Congressional briefings and coalition meetings on Capitol Hill related to women, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) that are relevant to the AWIS mission, and will be expected to keep a detailed record of all policy initiatives and events via three main outlets:

1. The AWIS in Action! Advocacy and Public Policy Newsletter,

2. the AWIS Magazine and

3. the AWIS website.

In addition to attending regular meetings and events, the Fellow is expected to be engaged with the women’s community as well as the STEM community; building partnerships, coalitions, and making connections across all disciplines and types of organizational/institutional entities.

Requirements: Successful applicants will have at least a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), or some other field with a focus on data analysis or scientific writing. As the Fellow will write and edit our monthly AWIS in Action! Advocacy and Public Policy Newsletter, a strong command of writing in English is essential. A successful applicant must be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills, editing, and writing ability. Must have a solid understanding of political processes. Capitol Hill experience or comparable advocacy experience strongly preferred.

Application Instructions: Send a cover letter, resume/CV, and short writing sample (no more than 5 pages) to popejoy@awis.org with the words "Public Policy Fellowship” in the subject line.

Duration: 1-2 Years

Deadline: February 15, 2012