ASSEMBLYMAN KEENE ANNOUNCES ASSEMBLY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATIONS

SACRAMENTO - Assemblyman Keene today announced the availability of applications for the 2006-2007 Assembly Fellowship Program.  The 11-month fellowship program gives college graduates the opportunity of a lifetime to become full-time Assembly staff members working on fiscal and policy issues in an Assembly Member’s Capitol or committee office.  Fellows also participate in a weekly academic seminar with Assembly Members, senior staff, journalists, lobbyists, and state government officials, earning 12 graduate credits from California State University, Sacramento.  Fellows are also paid a monthly stipend of $1,972 per month, plus health, dental and vision benefits.  The California State Assembly in conjunction with the Center for California Studies at Sacramento State administers the program.

“The Assembly Fellowship Program offers post-baccalaureate students and mid-career professionals the opportunity to expand their knowledge and understanding of the legislative process,” said Assemblyman Keene, “Providing a challenging, professional work experience that serves as the foundation for successful careers in both the public and private sectors.”

To be eligible applicants must have earned their undergraduate degree by September 2006.  No specific major is preferred and recent fellows have had various majors (e.g., agricultural science, communications, drama, ethnic studies, political science).  Individuals with advanced degrees or mid-career professionals are encouraged to apply.  Applications are available at Assemblyman Keene’s district office at (530) 895-4217.  You may also request an application online from the Center for California Studies at www.csus.edu/calst/assembly , by email at calstudies@csus.edu, or phone (916) 319-3753.

Final selection of the 18 Assembly Fellows is made in May 2006 after an initial screening of applications and a subsequent panel interview of semifinalists.  The postmark deadline for submitting applications to the program is February 22, 2006.                                         

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