A paid summer fellowship from Mikva Challenge in Chicago that places high school students as interns in public offices, such as those of aldermen, state representatives and senators. Fellows work 30 hours a week for six weeks between June and August, earn $17 per hour, and attend weekly workshops on leadership and workplace readiness. Fellows are typically rising seniors or recent graduates, and Illinois eligibility depends on state risk criteria.
Offered by Mikva Challenge. Fellowship for high school students in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Stipend. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Policy
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes, and it pays participants a stipend or award.
High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Chicago, Illinois. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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