Legislative Staff Fellowship
Great Lakes Legislative Staff Fellowship
The Great Lakes Political Academy is proud to announce a new 7-week free fellowship program for current and aspiring legislative staffers to develop policy, serve constituents, manage legislative offices, communicate effectively, and navigate Michigan’s political and governmental ecosystem.
Curriculum Overview:
Opening Weekend: Michigan’s Legislative and Political Ecosystem
Week 2: Constituent Services and District Engagement
Week 3: Policy Research, Bill Writing, and Legislative Strategy
Week 4: Office Management and Team Leadership
Week 5: Legislative Communications and Public Engagement
Week 6: Coalition Building, Appropriations, and Legislative Influence
Week 7: Ethics, Leadership, and Capstone Simulation
Schedule:
Most trainings will run from 10 AM - 1 PM in Lansing on Saturdays, with the exception of opening weekend which will be Saturday and Sunday.
The fellowship will begin in February 2027 and run for 7-weeks.
There will be some outside classwork required related to homework and assignments.
Applications Now Open:
Applications are now open for the Great Lakes Legislative Staff Academy.
Space is limited. Please provide thoughtful answers in your application and interview.
Interviews will begin in December. Final selections will be made in early January.
If you are interested in applying for GLPA or any other programs, you must complete that application separately.
To Apply:
You must answer all required questions on the application.
Provide 3 references including contact information
Upload a cover letter and resume
Complete the application for the Great Lakes Legislative Staff Academy here.