Similar to AEI, but more generalist and at the Hoover Institution in Stanford, though you must cover your travel. A great way to explore your interest in public policy while also seeing what types of policy are most interesting to you.
https://www.hoover.org/hoover-institution-summer-policy-boot-camp
Paid, part-time fellowship aimed at finding and cultivating the next generation of leaders in economic equality and global development. Perfect for people already leaning towards the world of development. https://www.cgdev.org/page/summer-delegates-program
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.
A one-year competitive program fellowships focusing on Austrian, Bloomington, and Virginian Political Economy. Participants attend a number of colloquia and read a number of different topics. Paid and a way to help learn interesting and valuable economic concepts. https://www.mercatus.org/students/frederic-bastiat-fellowship
A set of graduate-level seminars focused on US security and strategy in the modern-day, with an emphasis on policy. A great way for people with some experience or adjacent roles to learn more about the national security and foreign policy space.
Weekend program at Harvard’s Kennedy School, where you learn about public policy school and how it can affect your career. Perfect for those interested in graduate-level public policy education. https://www.hks.harvard.edu/educational-programs/undergraduate-opportunities/public-policy-leadership-conference
