The Wisconsin Disability Policy Fellowship and Internship Program goal is to provide individuals with developmental disabilities and their families who are passionate about disability rights an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a career in the field of disability policy. Our program offers experiences in policy analysis, advocacy, and community engagement at state agencies, legislative offices and disability advocacy organizations. This is a BPDD project funded through a grant from Common Good Philanthropies.

Who Should Apply?

The Fellowship Program is open to individuals with developmental disabilities and family members of people with developmental disabilities who are committed to disability rights advocacy.  Individuals with experience with state or local advocacy, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 

What do you need to know?

• Fellowship will last one year starting in September 2026 until August 2027.  Fellows will work full-time, 40 hours a week
• Fellows will receive an annual stipend of $63,000.  Additional funds will be available for insurance, technology and travel.
• Each Fellow will be placed at either a state agency, legislative office, or advocacy organization.
• Fellows have access to training sessions and workshops that enhance their understanding of disability policy and advocacy.
• Fellows have opportunities to build connections with professionals in the disability policy field.

Application due June 24th, 2026 at 5pm

Join Our Information Session:

Please consider joining an information session on the Wisconsin Disability Policy Fellowship Program on June 8th  from 12:00pm-1:00 pm.

The session will provide the details about the program and the application process. In addition, we will provide information about writing a good application and interviews skills. You will have a chance to ask questions.

Register in advance for this meeting: Information Session

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. I will be recording and anyone who is registered will receive the recording and the PowerPoint after the session.