As we are making preparations for our 7th cohort of KAGC Fellows, we would like to take a moment to thank all of our friends and supporters for making programs like our Congressional Fellowship possible. Since 2017, KAGC Congressional Fellows have helped make a difference on Capitol Hill through their hopeful and diverse passions. Together, we are building a better future for our community, today.
Get to Know Our Participating Members of Congress
Rep. Adam Smith (D, WA-9)
Ranking Member, House Armed Services Committee
Instagram: @repadamsmith
Twitter: @RepAdamSmith
Rep. Andy Kim (D, NJ-3)
Ranking Member, House Armed Services Committee Military Personnel Subcommittee
Instagram: @repandykimnj
Twitter: @RepAndyKimNJ
Rep. Bill Pascrell (D, NJ-9)
Past Chair, House Ways and Means Committee
Instagram: @billpascrell
Twitter: @BillPascrell
Rep. Chris Smith (R, NJ-4)
Chair, Congressional-Executive Commission on China
Instagram: @repchrissmith
Facebook: @RepChrisSmith
Rep. Joaquin Castro (D, TX-20)
Past Chair, House Foreign Affairs Committee International Development, International Organizations, and Global Corporate Social Impact Subcommittee
Instagram: @joaquincastrotx
Twitter: @JoaquinCastrotx
Rep. Young Kim (R, CA-40)
Chair, House Foreign Affairs Committee Indo-Pacific Subcommittee
Instagram: @repyoungkim
Twitter: @RepYoungKim
Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ)
Chair, Senate Foreign Affairs Committee
Instagram: @senatormenendez
Twitter: @SenatorMenendez
Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-GA)
Chair, Senate Homeland Security & Government Affairs Committee Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations
Instagram: @jonossoff
Twitter: @SenOssoff
What to Include In Your Submission
2 Letters of Recommendation (1 Faculty, 1 recommender-of-choice)
Official University Transcript
Resume
Completed KAGC 2023 Congressional Fellowship Application
3 Short-Answer Essays
Email to info@kagc.us with subject line "[Name] 2023 Congressional Fellowship Application Material" by 5PM ET on Monday, March 20
How to Prepare for Your Interview
By 6PM ET on March 21st, accepted candidates will be notified to schedule interviews between March 22-23. Please make sure that your schedule is available on these days before applying.
Interviews will last approximately 30-45 minutes to gain insight into applicant's qualifications, preferences, and alignment with congressional offices.
Candidates should join interview with a clear laptop/desktop camera and microphone, and a private room for minimal noise interruptions.
Click Here to Start Your Application
The KAGC Congressional Fellowship program gives undergraduate students a unique opportunity to take part in the policy-making process in Washington D.C. while actively serving the Korean American community across the nation. Fellows are provided stipend of up to $3,000 for living costs during the duration of the program, along with other enrichment opportunities for a future career in public service.
Since the program's foundation in 2017, KAGC has placed 28 students from 21 universities in 19 Democrat and Republican offices.
Please contact KAGC by email or by phone at (202) 450-4252 for inquiries.
Give the limited availability, interested students are advised to reach KAGC as soon as possible.
For more information on offices who hosted previous KAGC Congressional Fellows and on additional support provided to students, please find us on Facebook and Instagram!