Applications Open for 2016-2018 Empire State Fellows Program Class

 

The State of New York today announced the opening of the application process for the latest class of the prestigious Empire States Fellows program. Now in its fifth year, the initiative recruits exceptional and diverse talent from all around the country to serve in high-level positions in New York State government.

“The Empire State Fellows program has been an effective way to recruit talented individuals from a wide array of professional careers and brings their skills and new ideas to work for the people of New York State,” said Rossana Rosado, Acting New York Secretary of State. “Previous Fellows have included former assistant district attorneys, U.S. Army veterans, business professionals, and non-profit managers, showcasing the range of talent these classes have usually produced. We look forward to welcoming another diverse and dedicated class to Albany.”

To apply to be an Empire State Fellow, candidates must email a cover letter, resume, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation to fellows@exec.ny.gov, before 11:59 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2016. For more information on the Empire State Fellows Program and the application process, go to http://www.dos.ny.gov/newnyleaders/fellows_app.html.

 

Source: Empire State Fellows