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Legislative Fellowship Program

Application for Admission to 2026 Arizona State Legislative Fellow Program
The University of Arizona's Freedom Center brings graduate-level students the opportunity to earn real-world public policy research experience. As a Legislative Fellow for an Arizona State Legislator, you will support a member of the Arizona Legislature by providing research assistance, tracking legislation, summarizing bills, monitoring committee meetings and assisting with constituent services, among other tasks in the policy-making process.

Requirements and Considerations
- Graduate-level students only
- Must be available to meet with Legislator once a week
- Must be able to commit 10-15 hours per week
- 2026 Legislative Session begins January 10, 2026 and will last most of the Spring Semester.
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Completed applications are due by November 14, 2025 at 5:00pm.

INFORMATIVE QUESTIONS (1 of 5)
Why are you interested in becoming a Legislative Fellow?*
Please answer in 200 words or less.

INFORMATIVE QUESTIONS (2 of 5)
How would you approach working in a bipartisan environment?*
Please answer in 200 words or less.

INFORMATIVE QUESTIONS (3 of 5)
Describe a time when you worked on a team to achieve a common goal despite differences. How did you overcome those differences? *
Please answer in 200 words or less.

INFORMATIVE QUESTIONS (4 of 5)
What strategies would you use to help a legislator prepare for a press conference or public event? *
Please answer in 200 words or less.

INFORMATIVE QUESTIONS (5 of 5)
Describe a time when you effectively communicated a complex issue to someone who was unfamiliar with it. How did you tailor your message to your audience?*
Please answer in 200 words or less.

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ATTESTATION
I agree that all information completed on this application and documents submitted are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that application and submissions will be used for purposes of determination of admission to the Legistlative Fellowship Program for the 2026 Legislative Session. I also understand that completion of application does not guarantee admission or benefits of the program.
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Legislative Fellowship Program