2019-2020 John D. Solomon Fellowship Application

The John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service was established by the family and friends of the late John D. Solomon, who was an accomplished journalist on homeland security and other public policy issues, and devoted much of his career to public service. He was also an active member of his local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and a passionate advocate of emergency preparedness and resilience.

The John D. Solomon Fellowship Program is the first student fellowship in New York City government devoted specifically to emergency management. The program provides an opportunity for ten graduate students in the New York City area to complete a nine-month paid fellowship (15- 20 hours per week) at a New York City government agency or non-profit organization. Each fellow will receive a $4,000 stipend, will be placed within the emergency management unit at their assigned agency, and will participate in special programs with other fellows. Fellows will also be given access to, and encouraged to complete, the New York City Emergency Management certificate program. Through their work, fellows gain invaluable, first-hand experience working with City agencies and non-profits in the critical and growing field of emergency management.

Possible placements include:
- NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
- NYC Department of Environmental Protection
- NYC Fire Department
- NYC Department of Education
- NYC Police Department
- NYC Emergency Management Department
- NYC Department of Homeless Services
- American Red Cross of Greater New York

Basic Qualifications:
- A commitment to New York City and to public service
- A strong interest in emergency management and community resiliency
- Superior academic achievement and relevant prior work experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work both independently, and in highly collaborative environments
- A pro-active, “can-do” attitude and strong desire to learn
- Proficiency using major social media platforms, conducting internet research, and using Microsoft Office
- First-hand knowledge of New York City's neighborhoods and community-based organizations preferred, but not required.

Please note that applicants must be in a graduate or PhD program from September 2019 - May 2020 to be eligible for the fellowship. Additionally, this is an in-person fellowship. While there are no residency requirements, applicants must be able to commute to NYC at least 2-3 days per week for the duration of the fellowship (September 2019-May 2020).

Applications must be received by midnight, Monday, April 1, 2019. The application consists of 10 short answer questions and an uploaded resume. Fellowship staff will review completed applications and will reach out to all candidates by April 17.

For more information, please visit www.nyc.gov/JohnDSolomonFellowship