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Fellows Program

What is the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics Fellows Program?

The Mayor’s Office of New Urban Mechanics Fellowship was created to attract the next generation of leaders to careers in public service.

The Fellowship is a one year appointment. During that year, fellows design and deliver new initiatives that make Boston better for its residents and businesses. Fellows work with the Mayor and his senior staff and are supported by the entire New Urban Mechanics team. In addition, the Fellows participate in a variety of professional development sessions so that they get a broad view of careers in City government.

How do I apply?

To apply, candidates must complete an application form, which include two names of references who can speak to your professional and academic background.  All applicants must be available for a series of interviews.    

Who is eligible?

Candidates are recent graduates of masters degree programs, who have a strong interest in civic innovation. The best candidates are those who are creative, curious and and entrepreneurial.

How much are Fellows paid?

All Fellows earn the same rate of $75,000.  The salary is non-negotiable.

Does the City of Boston pay for Fellows' relocation and/or housing expenses?

Fellows are responsible for their own relocation and housing expenses. All fellows are required to live in the City of Boston during their entire fellowship.

When is the start date?

The Fellows Program start date begins in September 2015.

Additional Information

Patricia.BoyleMcKenna@boston.gov
(617) 635-1413

New Urban Mechanic Summer Fellowship

What's the difference between the Summer Fellowship and a City of Boston Internship?

The New Urban Mechanics Summer Fellowship is designed for entrepreneurial graduate students in interested in working in public service.

During this highly-selective eight-week program, summer fellows work as a team, generating and implementing creative and thoughtful new policies to benefit the City of Boston. In addition, the Fellows participate in a variety of professional development sessions so that they get a broad view of careers in City government.

 

What are the dates of the Summer Fellowship

The New Urban Mechanic summer fellowship is eight weeks beginning on June 15,2015 through August 7, 2015. Interns will work 35 hours per week, and are expected to complete the entire eight week program.

What are the qualifications?

Applicants must be graduate students currently enrolled in a Boston-area college or university. Boston residents attending any accredited college or university are eligible to apply. The program seeks students who demonstrate leadership skills, academic achievement, excellent communication skills and a passion for public service.

What majors are eligible?

All areas of study are encouraged to apply for the Policy Institute. Urban Design, City and Urban Planning, MPP, MBA, MPA, MSW graduate fields are preferred.

Does the Policy Institute offer a stipend?

Full-time summer interns are paid a stipend of $5,000. The stipend is paid out in bi-weekly increments in accordance with the City's payroll and is subject to regular taxes.

What are the program objectives?

Successful applicants will:

• Identify emerging challenges and opportunities facing Boston;

• Research best practices nationally and internationally in response to these issues;

• Develop innovations strategies and programs for the City;

• Collaborate with City staff to apply policies or implement programs to keep Boston residents safe, healthy, and engaged in their community.

Topic areas can include but are not limited to youth development, housing, federal recovery funding, business development, city operations, and the environment.

How do I apply?

Applicants are expected to complete the Summer Fellowship application, including the submission of a resume, and references.

Additional Information

Patricia Boyle-McKenna 
Director of Programs 
New Urban Mechanics, Boston

Patricia.BoyleMcKenna@boston.gov
(617) 635-1413