Korean American Grassroots Conference - KAGC

📢 Explore Careers in Public Service with the 2026 KAGC Career Connect Cohort

The 2026 KAGC Career Connect offers Korean American students, interns, and young professionals opportunities to connect directly with leaders across government, policy, and public service.

✨ Program Details

🏛 6/17 Capitol Day & 7/9 Federal Government Day
Meet Korean American professionals serving in Congress and federal agencies while gaining firsthand insights into careers in public service and policymaking.

💼 7/16 Career 101 Day
Participate in professional development workshops focused on career exploration and navigating pathways in Washington, D.C. and beyond.

🤝 6/23 Korean American Night
Join a special evening reception featuring conversations with Members of Congress, followed by networking with Korean American professionals, community leaders, and emerging young leaders.

📅 Application Deadline: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
📍Location: Washington, D.C.
✅ Eligibility: College students, interns, and young professionals based in or spending the summer in the DMV area.

🔗 LINK IN BIO
Apply now to join the 2026 cohort!

🚨 Breaking News: 2 New Co-Sponsors Join H.R. 5492 – Protect Adoptees and American Families Act! 🚨

With the added co-sponsorships of Rep. Herb Conaway (D, NJ-3), Rep. Bill Huizenga (R, MI-4), the bill now has 21 bipartisan members of the U.S. House backing the PAAF Act 🙌 We sincerely appreciate their commitment and support.

On behalf of the Korean American community, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to these Members of Congress for standing with us in protecting the citizenship rights of intercountry adoptees. Their leadership and support are deeply meaningful to our community. You can also be part of this effort by signing and sharing our online petition!

👉 Sign the petition today and support adoptees’ rights — link in bio.

📣Meet the 2026 KAGC U Congressional Fellowship Cohort!
We’re proud to introduce the 10th class of the KAGC U Congressional Fellowship – a group of 7 community-driven students selected from nine universities and representing Korean American communities from across the nation. Stay tuned as we spotlight our fellows‘ journey in Washington, D.C.

👏 Please join us in welcoming the 2026 KAGC U fellows:
⭐️Chloe Lee 이해인: Sophomore, Amherst College
- Office of Senator Andy Kim (NJ)
⭐️Joanne Park 박하진: Sophomore, Cornell University
- Office of Rep. Adam Smith (WA-9)
⭐️Junha Park 박준하: Sophomore, University of Michigan
- Office of Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34)
⭐️Chanhee Park 박찬희: Junior, University of Michigan
- Office of Rep. Val Hoyle (OR-4)
⭐️Daniel Pack 백지민: Sophomore, University of Tennessee - Knoxville
- Office of Rep. Dave Min (CA-47)
⭐️Ashley Ju 주설아: Junior, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10)
⭐️Lauren Kim 김가연: Freshman, Tufts University
- Office of Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)

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📢 The 2026 KAGC Career Connect Application is now LIVE!

The 2026 KAGC Career Connect is a summer professional development program for Korean American students, interns, and young professionals interested in public service and policy.

✅ Panel discussions featuring Korean American leaders across Congress, federal agencies, and more
✅ Networking opportunities with professionals from the White House, USTR, the Department of State, Department of Labor, and more
✅ Workshops, tours, and community-building events in Washington, D.C.

Participants will explore public sector career pathways while building community with fellow emerging Korean American leaders.

2026 Cohort Details
✅ Application Deadline: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
✅ Program Duration: 5–6 evening sessions throughout June and July
✅ Eligibility: Open to college students, interns, and young professionals based in or spending the summer in the DMV area.
📍 Washington, D.C.

Apply now to join the 2026 cohort: https://forms.gle/n32F7NY1juXuKX25A

🚨 Breaking News: 3 New Co-Sponsors Join H.R. 5492 – Protect Adoptees and American Families Act! 🚨

With the co-sponsorships of Rep. French Hill (R, AR-2), Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D, IL-9), and Rep. Ashley Hinson (R, IA-2), the bill now has 19 bipartisan members of the U.S. House backing the PAAF Act 🙌 We sincerely appreciate their commitment and support.

On behalf of the Korean American community, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to these Members of Congress for standing with us in protecting the citizenship rights of intercountry adoptees. Their leadership and support are deeply meaningful to our community.

You can also be part of this effort by signing and sharing our online petition!

👉 Sign the petition today and support adoptees’ rights — link in bio.

KAGC is seeking an undergraduate student to serve as a part-time Digital Media Intern from June 2026 through February 2027. Interns will work remotely, with occasional in-person opportunities in Washington, D.C. to meet federal government and congressional staffers and participate in networking events. This is an unpaid internship; however, interns will receive KAGC-specific benefits and professional career development opportunities. The application will close on Tuesday, May 5 at 11:59 PM ET.

Internship Application Details:
✅ Remote Openings: DMV(DC·Maryland·Virginia)-based candidates preferred, with occasional in-person availability in Washington, D.C.
✅ Apply by May 5 at 11:59 PM ET
✅ Internship Duration: June 2026 – February 2027
✅ Weekly Hours: 4 – 6 hours per week
✅ 3 portfolio samples required for submission

Apply today🙌:https://forms.gle/UL6tJsMzoxe5nC4U6

🚨 Breaking News: Addition of 9 Co-Sponsors for H.R.5492 - Protect Adoptees and American Families! 🚨
With the added co-sponsorships of Rep. Suzan DelBene (D, WA-1), Rep. Maria Salazar (R, FL-27), Rep. Salud Carbajal (D, CA-24), Rep. Glenn Thompson (R, PA-15), Rep. Lateefah Simon (D, CA-12), Rep. Pete Stauber (R, MN-8), Rep. Gwen Moore (D, WI-4), Rep. Adrian Smith (R, NE-3), and Rep. Delia Ramirez (D, IL-3), there are now 16 bipartisan Members of the U.S. House of Representatives supporting the PAAF Act! 🙌 We are deeply grateful for both of their unwavering support.

On behalf of the Korean American community, we sincerely appreciate these representatives for standing up and to protect the citizenship rights of intercountry adoptees. Their dedication and support are of great importance to our members. You can join our movement by signing and sharing our online petition!

👉 Sign the petition today and show your support for adoptees’ rights! Link in bio.

🔊🔊Only ONE DAY left until the deadline for the 2026 KAGC U Congressional Fellowship application‼️

The 2026 KAGC U Congressional Fellowship is a paid summer internship for college students to serve as a congressional intern in D.C., gain real legislative experience, and build meaningful connections across civic spaces.

Why should you apply?
⭐️ Real policy & legislative experience
⭐️ Exposure to public service careers
⭐️ Mentorship + lifelong community
⭐️ Up to $3,000 stipend support

Apply now! Submit by tomorrow Friday, March 6th at 5 PM ET for a chance to spend a summer in DC and engage in advocacy and policy.

👉Click the link in our bio to access the application and find out more information

🔊Only ONE WEEK left until the deadline for the 2026 KAGC U Congressional Fellowship application‼️

The 2026 KAGC U Congressional Fellowship is a paid summer internship for college students to serve as a congressional intern in D.C., gain real legislative experience, and build meaningful connections across civic spaces.

Why should you apply?
⭐️ Real policy & legislative experience
⭐️ Exposure to public service careers
⭐️ Mentorship + lifelong community
⭐️ Up to $3,000 stipend support

Apply now! Submit by Friday, March 6th at 5 PM ET for a chance to spend a summer in DC and engage in advocacy and policy.

👉Click the link in our bio to access the application and find out more information