Opening Doors To
Public Service Leadership

PPIA prepares emerging leaders for impactful careers in public service through immersive learning and lifelong professional support

STORIES OF LEADERSHIP & OPPORTUNITY

INSIDE THE JUNE ISSUE

Kyle Becerra's path from community college to Stanford, PPIA and Schwarzman Scholars

Three incoming PPIA Fellows share their journeys and aspirations

PPIA On The Move across the public service community

Read the June Issue

Your Path Starts Here. Step In With Passion.

Step Out As A Leader.

Launch

PPIA Junior Summer Institute

Six weeks at Harvard, Princeton, or Michigan where you build the academic preparation, policy knowledge, and community that prepares you for graduate study and a career in public service.

Start Your Journey

Connect

PPIA Future Leaders Expo

A one-day experience in Washington, DC where you meet graduate schools, employers, and public service leaders while exploring what is possible in policy careers.

Make Connections

Discover

Compare Graduate Schools, Fellowships, and More

Research universities, fellowship programs, and partner organizations that support future leaders in public service. Discover what makes each opportunity unique and find the path that aligns with your goals.

Find Opportunities

Network

PPIA Virtual Graduate School
Career Fair

Engage with top graduate programs and leading employers in an interactive virtual event designed to help you explore pathways into public service.

Build Your Network

Develop

Summer Policy Academy

Sponsored by the Volcker Alliance, this three-week academy spans Washington D.C. and University of California, Berkeley, University of Minnesota, and University Washington to build the skills and network to launch your public service career.

Build Your Skills

Experience

Explorers Program

A three-day immersive experience that introduces you to public service through real policy challenges, inspiring speakers, and hands-on collaboration.

Get Involved

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