The Pamela Harriman Foreign Service Fellowships
Purpose
The College of William and Mary established the Pamela Harriman Foreign Service Fellowships to inspire the best of a new generation to pursue careers in public service, by providing an opportunity for experience in one of three posts closely associated with Ambassador Harriman. Three Fellows spend a summer in professional positions with the United States Department of State in one of three fellowship posts associated with chapters of the Ambassador’s life: The Embassy in London, in the country of her birth; the Embassy in Paris, where she served as Ambassador to France; and the Office of the Secretary of State in Washington, D.C.
Programs Funded
Three Fellows spend a summer in professional positions with the United States Department of State in one of three fellowship posts associated with chapters of the Ambassador's life: The Embassy in London, in the country of her birth; the Embassy in Paris, where she served as Ambassador to France; and the Office of the Secretary of State in Washington, D.C.
Eligibility
Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are at the time of application either college juniors or seniors. They must show evidence of intent to continue education (post graduate plans) and receive and institutional endorsement from their school/university
Selection Criteria
The program seeks applicants with outstanding academic records and evidence of substantial scholarly research and/or creative projects, leadership, public service, and commitment to community. Candidates must pass the appropriate security clearance within the Department of State.
Application Process
The first step is to apply to the U.S. State Department Summer Internship Program; postmark deadline is usually November 1. After State Department summer internship selection is completed, and awardees are assigned to the three posts, the Harriman Office invites applications for the Harriman award. Finalists are interviewed in Washington, D.C. in March-April. Three Harriman Fellows commence their eleven weeks of service in either May or June.