APA is seeking applications for its 2008–09 Congressional Fellowship and Science Policy Executive Branch Fellowship Programs.

Through the programs, up to six psychologists spend a year in Washington, D.C., learning about federal policy-making. Working as special legislative assistants in congressional member or committee offices, Congressional Fellows do legislative and oversight work, attend hearings, prepare briefs, and write speeches. Special fellowships are available for mid-career psychologists and experts in health and behavior.

The Executive Branch Fellow gains crucial experience in science policy and research coordination working in a federal science agency, such as the National Institutes of Health.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and APA members, and hold doctoral degrees in psychology or related fields. A minimum of two years' postdoctoral experience is preferred. Both programs provide a yearlong stipend, a supplement for relocation and travel expenses during the year, and an additional monthly stipend for health insurance and other fellowship-related expenses.

For more information on the fellowships and application process, visit www.apa.org/ppo/fellows or contact the Public Interest Government Relations Office at (202) 336-5935. Applications are due Jan. 3 and 7, respectively, for the Congressional and Executive Branch Fellowships, with selections made in early spring.