2027 KNAUSS FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION PERIOD IS OPEN

New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium is pleased to announce that the application period is now open for the 2027 John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship.

Sponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration through the National Sea Grant College Program, this prestigious, paid one-year fellowship offers a unique opportunity for graduate and post-graduate students interested in ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes resources and the national policy decisions that impact them.

Selected fellows are placed in legislative or executive branch offices in the Washington, D.C. area, where they gain hands-on experience in federal policy, contribute scientific expertise to decision-making, and build professional skills in communication, leadership, and science policy. Alumni of the program have gone on to successful careers across government, academia, nonprofit organizations, and private industry.

Application Deadline: June 3, 2026 (5:00 PM ET)

To support prospective applicants, New Jersey Sea Grant will host a virtual Q&A session on April 20 from 1:00–3:00 PM ET. This session will provide an overview of the application process, requirements, and tips for success. In the meantime, please refer to the attached materials for additional guidance.

If you are interested in attending the Q&A session, please email Digital Communications Associate Yazemin Yilmaz (yyilmaz@njseagrant.org) and CC Executive Director Dr. Peter Rowe (prowe@njseagrant.org) to reserve your spot.

For general questions about the application process, please contact Dr. Peter Rowe directly.

We encourage you to share this opportunity with eligible students and colleagues who may be interested in advancing their careers in marine policy.

Submission Instructions:

View the attached 2027 application guidance: Student Guide, 2027 Knauss Fellowship Summary, and FY27 Knauss Fellowship Presentation.

Completed applications must be submitted by June 3, 2026 (5:00 PM ET) via email to Dr. Peter Rowe (prowe@njseagrant.org) and Kathy Elderhorst, Program Associate (kelderhorst@njseagrant.org).