Hertog Security Studies

Six week residential program for students interested in exploring the theory and practice of politics. An incredibly educational experience that covers a large array of important topics, lets you hear from leaders in different fields, and become part of a strong network. https://hertogfoundation.org/programs/political-studies

1 week all-expenses paid program at AEI, where you’ll focus on a particular topic while also doing general programming. Great for knowledge building and can be a valuable thing on your resume.

Short-term programs that gather and educate early and mid-career professionals on foreign, domestic, and national security policy. A great way to learn interesting ideas in your spare time and build skills. https://hudsonpoliticalstudies.org/policy

A virtual, paid program for high schoolers interested in understanding political, economic, and social life, with a focus on reading and discussion. A great way to help learn interesting and valuable economic concepts with policy and academic applications. https://www.mercatus.org/students/exploring-complex-solutions-complex-world-fellowship

This program is for indigenous college students and recent graduates. In it, you spend four days at the Hoover Institution studying federal policy, tribal governance, and indigenous entrepreneurship with a focus on the past, present, and future of indigenous economies. https://www.hoover.org/indigenous-student-seminar-hoover-institution

Virtual, part-time seminars exploring various topics from the humanities, from philosophy to classical literature to statecraft. A great way to expand your knowledge and become part of a good network.