Best and Brightest Internship (High School)

Who Should Apply

Best and Brightest Fellows

Best and Brightest Fellows must be Colorado residents at least 18 years of age who are enrolled in one of our partner graduate programs across the state:

• Adams State University Master of Public Administration
• Colorado State University Master in Public Policy and Administration
• University of Colorado Colorado Springs Master of Public Administration
• University of Colorado Denver Center for New Directions
• University of Colorado Denver’s School of Public Affairs

Graduate Fellows will be placed annually on July 1st, and should be prepared to make a two-year placement commitment.

Best and Brightest Interns

• An incoming or outgoing high school senior focused on a specific task or opportunity within the jurisdiction. Internships will last up to twelve weeks.
• An undergraduate student studying any number of public service-focused curricula, focused on a specific task or opportunity with the jurisdiction. Internships will last up to 16 weeks.

The Application Process

• Review our Handbook and the Program FAQs.
• Contact your academic program director to determine if this program is right for you and ensure you are enrolled and in good standing with your program. University partners will be asked to confirm enrollment and good standing before placement.
• Provide your resume, cover letter, and application to the Program Manager by March