We anticipate that a limited number of early-career scientists will be awarded full financial support based on a national competition. This funding has historically come from the National Science Foundation (NSF). Those interested in applying for funding must submit an application by February 7, 2027. 

Early career-professionals may also consider applying for the Hooke Fellowship in Policy and Leadership.

Application Requirements for Funding

Those competing for support must submit (1) a letter of intent, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) two letters of reference. To be eligible, applicants must be currently enrolled in a U.S. institution or university and members of the American Meteorological Society. Student membership is sufficient for this requirement. Applicants for funding may also be in the process of applying for AMS membership at the time they submit their Colloquium applications.

If you are applying for funding, you do not need to complete the online registration form.
 

1. The letter of intent (no more than one page) should summarize:

• Why participation is desired
• The candidate’s qualifications (a mix of both scientific training and policy experience and interest)

2. The curriculum vitae should be no more than two pages of personal and professional data.
    
3. Applicants must request letters of reference from two people who can address professional competence and other qualities that demonstrate the applicant’s potential and aptitude for policy, as well as scientific matters. Recommendation requests must be sent by the applicant before submitting their application; however, recommendations may be uploaded after the application deadline.
   
   The applicant is responsible for contacting the references and providing them with the reference letter guidance listed below. Letters of reference are considered confidential. Letters must include:

• Reference’s relationship to applicant and ability to evaluate their qualifications
• Scientific and technical accomplishments and competency of the applicant and the relative standing of the applicant among their peers
• Applicant’s ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, and potential to contribute to the policy arena in future years

To apply, register or login with AMS Apply (apply.ametsoc.org) and search for "AMS Science Policy Colloquium Support" in the program list or click the button below. 

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Please feel free to reach out to Dr. Paul Higgins - [email protected] or 202-355-9818 - with any questions.