Oregon Summer Fellows (OSFs) are contracted with Portland State University (PSU) to serve 10-week assignments at their sponsoring agency, following a pre-established statement of work. Fellows receive a total stipend of $6,375, paid in three installments over the course of the fellowship. PSU is committed to promoting the rights of all individuals to equal opportunity in employment and access by fostering a diverse and equitable educational workplace. Our work is guided by compliance with our non-discrimination policies, and all federal and state regulations related to equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Oregon Summer Fellow Eligibility Guidelines

• Eligibility. Oregon Summer Fellows must be enrolled in a graduate program, at the Master’s or Ph.D. level, and classified as students by their home institution.

Certain Fields Preferred – Not Required. Historically, most fellows have been drawn from such programs as public administration, public policy, public affairs, or other related fields of study that are relevant to our sponsor agencies (i.e. natural resource management, information technology, engineering, or urban planning). However, eligible potential fellows can come from any academic field, provided they meet other eligibility criteria.

• Application Process. Candidates who wish to be considered for a fellowship must complete all phases of the application process within the time periods specified.
• Fellowship Length. Oregon Summer Fellows work for 10 weeks, full-time (40 hours a week), for a total of 400 hours.
• Start and End Dates will vary according to students’ academic calendars, but Oregon Summer Fellowships typically run from May/June through August/September.
• Compensation. Fellows will receive $6,500, paid in installments, throughout their fellowship.