Program

Pedro Zamora Fellowship

Organization

AIDS United

Opportunity Type

Fellowship

About the Program

In the spirit of AIDS activist, educator, and reality-show trailblazer Pedro Zamora’s work to combat the spread of HIV, AIDS United offers a public policy fellowship in his name. The Pedro Zamora Public Policy Fellowship is an excellent opportunity for both undergraduate and graduate students seeking experience in public policy and government affairs focused on HIV/AIDS issues. Duties include: Assisting in researching a variety of public health and civil rights issues related to HIV prevention, treatment and care Attending Congressional hearings and coalition meetings Monitoring voting records Reviewing the federal register and Congressional Record Preparation of briefing materials, correspondence, and mailings General office administration Qualifications Candidates need strong research, writing and organizational skills and willingness to work in a professional office. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment is critical. Familiarity with HIV-related issues and the legislative processes is preferred. Both graduate and undergraduate students are welcome to apply. Fellows must commit to working a minimum of 30 hours per week for 8 weeks. The maximum period is 26 weeks. All people including people of color, women, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals, and HIV positive individuals are encouraged to apply. The fellowship includes a stipend and is highly competitive.

Program Location

Washington, DC

Program Start

Applications are accepted for the fall, spring, and summer terms.

Application Deadline

Various (Spring: November 1; Summer: March 15; Fall: July 15)

Application Website

http://www.aidsunited.org/about/jobs/

Paid?

Pay Rate

Benefits

• Educational credit

Open to residents of:

Open to students attending school in:

Degree Programs

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)
• Master’s Degree (M.A./M.S./M.B.A.)
• Doctorate Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.D.S.)
• Law Degree (J.D.)

Minimum Age

20

Year in School

• College Junior
• College Senior
• College Fifth Year Senior
• Master's Student (M.A., M.S., M.B.A.)
• Doctoral Student (Ph.D./M.D.)
• Law Student (J.D.)
• Recent Graduate - Undergraduate
• Recent Graduate - Master's Degree
• Recent Graduate - Doctoral Degree
• Recent Graduate - Law Degree

Enrollment Status

• Full time

Citizenship

• U.S. Citizens

Other Details

• Merit-based

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Contact

zamora@aidsunited.org

Organization Website

www.aidsunited.org

Organization Address

1424 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20005

Organization Phone

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