The Montgomery County Council’s ten-week Summer Fellows Program is a unique opportunity that enables graduate students between their first and second year of study to gain real-world experience across multiple fields. The program enables participants to work directly with decision-makers on ongoing projects, policy analyses, and self-selected research projects. Participants can expect to interact directly with elected officials, senior management staff, and depending on placement, local civic organizations, advocacy groups, and business leaders. Fellows receive a stipend of $7,000 for the program.