About the programme
The Urban Fellows Program combines hands-on work in Mayoral offices and New York City agencies with volunteer service and a seminar series featuring senior City officials, alumni and private and non-profit leaders. Selection follows an extensive interview process. The fellowship runs for the 2027-2028 cohort, from September 2027 to May 2028.
Duration: Nine months (September 7, 2027 to May 12, 2028)
Eligibility
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What they look for
- Applicants come from across the country; the page does not list specific eligibility criteria beyond the selection process.
What you receive
- Stipend of $37,355
- Health insurance coverage (not dental or vision)
How to apply
- Applications due by 6:00 p.m. EST on January 11, 2027
- Email notification of application status in mid to late February 2027
- Virtual finalist interviews in March 2027
- All applicants notified of interview status in April 2027
Applications are submitted on New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS)’s own site. Open Doors helps you prepare; it is not the official application portal.
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Source and verification
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- 9 Nov 2026, read automatically from the official page
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