Experience a year of public service and government leadership training in the capital of California as a CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellow!
California has one of the largest economies in the world, and so many of the critical issues facing our state today — water, energy, and public health, just to name a few — requires a deep understanding of science. The California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) is a nonpartisan, impartial, not-for-profit corporation established via California State Assembly Concurrent Resolution (ACR 162)
04/29/2025
This , support CCST’s work connecting California’s policymakers 🏛️ with science and technology experts 🔬💡 who can help drive evidence-based, innovative solutions.
🌎 Diverse perspectives. 🧠 Informed policy. 💥 Real impact.
Join us: https://www.bigdayofgiving.org/donate/ccst
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02/21/2025
“Strive not for perfection, but excellence.” In the first 2025 Fellows blog, Ayana Henderson and Raisa Rahim share three top lessons from their monthlong training that helped prepare them for their Fellowship year — making the switch from science to policy.
https://ccst.us/training-reflections-science-to-policy/
Training Reflections: Three Essential Lessons for Making the Switch from Science to Policy - California Council on Science & Technology (CCST) CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows Ayana Henderson and Raisa Rahim describe three key lessons learned from their policy training.
01/14/2025
🌟 We’re thrilled to introduce the 2025 class of CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows! For 16 years now, California brings scientific savvy to policy solutions. This prestigious program places PhD-level scientists, engineers, and social scientists in California’s Legislative and Executive Branch offices.
Over the next year, these talented individuals will spend a year bridging the gap between science and policy—gaining hands-on training in public service while equipping California’s policymakers with expert, science-informed support.
Curious where they’re making an impact?
Meet the 2025 Fellows and explore their placements:
https://ccst.us/introducing-the-2025-ccst-science-technology-policy-fellows/
Featuring placements in California Air Resources Board, Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, California Department of Food and Agriculture, California Natural Resources Agency
12/09/2024
Finishing your and looking for a way to make a big impact? Apply with CCST in California for a well rounded program that includes training, policy placements, mentorship, and a strong alumni network. Up to 15 positions available.
📢 NOW OPEN: Apply for the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship!
🚀 Kickstart your impactful policy career with CCST:
• Step into an exciting new career path, opening the door to policy jobs
• Go from to with mentorship, training
• Plug into a strong, supportive alumni network
• Salary, paid-time off, health benefits
🗓 Timeline:
• Apply by March 3, 2025
• Need your PhD by Sept. 15, 2025
• Training begins Nov. 1, 2025 in Sacramento
Start your application today and receive updates along the way.
Learn more, read the FAQ, and apply:
https://ccst.us/ccst-science-fellows-program
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12/02/2024
📢 NOW OPEN: Apply for the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship!
🚀 Kickstart your impactful policy career with CCST:
• Step into an exciting new career path, opening the door to policy jobs
• Go from to with mentorship, training
• Plug into a strong, supportive alumni network
• Salary, paid-time off, health benefits
🗓 Timeline:
• Apply by March 3, 2025
• Need your PhD by Sept. 15, 2025
• Training begins Nov. 1, 2025 in Sacramento
Start your application today and receive updates along the way.
Learn more, read the FAQ, and apply:
https://ccst.us/ccst-science-fellows-program
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National Science Policy Network - NSPN
11/08/2024
On this National , we're proud to shine a spotlight on our CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows, who use their scientific expertise to propel California toward progress on the most challenging issues from to policy. Our alumni got the chance to meet our new 2025 class for the first time at our Fellows mixer.
🚀 Feeling inspired to drive progress on science and technology policy? Applications open December 1st for our next cohort. Mark your calendars!
11/02/2024
A BIG first day! 🎉 Please join us in welcoming the 2025 CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellows to Sacramento for their first day of training. These talented PhD scientists will be applying their enthusiasm, passion for policy, and innovative scientific skillsets to address California's biggest challenges.
Follow along and stay tuned as they take part in their monthlong training and get placed into the California State Legislature, State Agencies, and Offices of the Governor. And remember: Applications open December 1st for our next class of Fellows. 🚀
10/28/2024
👏 Please join us in congratulating the six extraordinary CCST Fellows placed in California's Executive Branch offices this year, as their fellowship comes to a close. We recently gathered to commemorate their year of service to California with their Executive Branch liaison.
Together, alongside their cohort members placed in the Legislature, their impact will be felt for years to come as they pursue the next chapter in their science policy careers. We can't wait to see what they get up to next!