What is the College Fellowship Program ?
Recognizing that practical work experience is a critical catalyst for securing competitive roles in high-demand fields, the Department of Employment Services (DOES), College Fellowship Program (CFP) is designed for recent college graduates who are residents of the District of Columbia. This program offers short-term positions aimed at gaining practical, hands-on experience aligned with participants’ career goals or fields of study. Operating as a cohort, the CFP provides 25-30 hours of work per week, blending part-time employment at $25.00 per hour with on-the-job training, mentorship, continuous professional development, and community service projects.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be residents of Washington, DC.
Ages 18 and up.
Must have completed their undergraduate degree within the last two years.
Must meet the eligibility criteria for one or more programs under the U.S. Department of Labor’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
The application for the Fall 2025 Fellowship Cohort will open on July 1, 2025, and close on July 31, 2025. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply during that window.
For more information, contact Jasmine Lilly, Program Coordinator at Jasmine.Lilly@dc.gov.