Mayoral Fellowship Program Provides Experience in City Government
Mayor Jorge O. Elorza today announced that his office is accepting applications for the 2015 Mayoral Fellowship Program.
The Mayoral Fellowship Program offers full-time summer positions to students and recent graduates interested in gaining meaningful experience in city government. Mayoral Fellows work under the direct supervision of a Department Director on a high-impact project designed to improve the quality of life in Providence.
“The Mayoral Fellowship Program is a great way for students to explore their interest in public service and gain valuable experience,” said Mayor Elorza. “I ask all students who are interested in making a difference through serving our community to apply for this unique and exciting opportunity.”
Mayoral Fellows will have the opportunity to take part in a wide variety of city programs depending upon their individual interests and qualifications. In past years, Fellows have worked in departments throughout the city including, Healthy Communities, Arts Culture + Tourism, Planning, Sustainability and in the Mayor’s Office.
Applications are due on April 10, 2015 and may be submitted online at:http://www.providenceri.com/mayor/fellowship-application/