Key Opportunity for Fellows Program in Sacramento

Assemblymember Jared Huffman, D-San Rafael, has  announced the availability of applications for the 2012-2013 Capital Fellows Program, which offers college graduates experiences in policymaking and development within the California state government.

Fellows work as full-time, paid policy assistants to members of the California Assembly and Senate, legislative committees, senior executive branch staff, court officials and other top ranking government officials. Fellows help draft and analyze legislation, answer constituent inquiries, write speeches, conduct policy briefings and work with court project development and implementation.

“The Capital Fellows Program gives fellows the unique opportunity to learn and craft public policy through hands-on work with elected officials and staff,” Huffman said. “The program provides a challenging, professional work experience that serves as the foundation for successful careers in both the public and private sectors.”

Program brochures and applications are available at Assemblymember Huffman’s Capitol or district offices. Applications are due Feb. 22. The only prerequisites for applicants are a bachelor’s degree (in any major) and a demonstrated interest in state government and public service. Applicants must be at least 20 years of age by Sept. 1, 2012. Recent graduates, post-graduate and mid-career applicants are welcome to apply.

For more information, contact the Center for California Studies with any questions at calstudies@csus.edu or (916) 278-6906, or visit the center’s website.

Huffman represents the Sixth Assembly District, which encompasses Marin and southern Sonoma counties. First elected in 2006, Huffman chairs the Assembly Water, Parks and Wildlife Committee and also serves as co-chair of the Legislative Environmental Caucus.