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- [Home](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/) - Your path into tech policy Expert guidance for students, technologists, and policy professionals exploring policy careers in AI, biosecurity, cyber, and other emerging technologies. Stay in the loop Emerging Tech Policy Careers is a resource from the Horizon Institute for Public Service, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to address the US government's critical talent shortage
- [Networking in policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/networking/) - Home / Tips & resources / Networking in policy Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 1st Jul 2026 14 min read Share Networking in policy Why networking matters Public policy, like many other sectors, is highly network-driven. But networking can be daunting, especially for those who don’t already feel like they “belong” in a certain
- [Get career support](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/career-support/) - Home / Get career support Get career support Find your policy role This form takes 5-10 minutes and helps us support you in finding policy opportunities that match your background and interests, whether you’re actively looking for roles or just exploring the tech policy field. Our capacity is limited, so we prioritize responses where we
- [Security clearances](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/security-clearance/) - Home / Tips & resources / Security clearances Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 30th Jun 2026 25 min read Share Security clearances We’re not security clearance experts and advise you to do your own research. Ideally, speak with a clearance lawyer before making important career decisions involving cleared positions. The clearance process is complex
- [Executive branch biosecurity policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/executive-branch-biosecurity-policy/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Executive branch biosecurity policy Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 30th Jun 2026 21 min read Share Executive branch biosecurity policy Whether naturally occurring, accidental, or deliberate, biological threats require a unified government response. The US executive branch designs and implements programs to prevent, prepare for, and respond to biological
- [Policy areas](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/) - This article explains how to learn about congressional internship opportunities, the application process, and important application advice.
- [B Cavello (AI policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/b-cavello/) - Home / Career profiles / B Cavello (AI policy) B Cavello (AI policy) Updated 29th Jun 2026 7 min read Share About B Cavello B Cavello is the Director of Emerging Technologies at Aspen Digital. You can follow them on Twitter, LinkedIn, Mastodon, and bcavello.com. Tell us a little about your career journey: How did
- [Newsletter confirmation](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/newsletter-confirmation/) - Home / Newsletter confirmation Newsletter confirmation Thanks for signing up for our newsletter! Please fill out our interest form below to express interest in customized career support. Find your policy role This form takes 5-10 minutes and helps us support you in finding policy opportunities that match your background and interests, whether you’re actively looking
- [Policy career resources](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/resources/) - Many policy areas involve or are affected by today’s rapid technological changes. The pages below serve as introductory resources for some of those policy areas. They include recommendations for resources, relevant fellowships, think tanks, and more.
- [Publishing in policy outlets](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/publishing-in-policy-outlets/) - Home / Tips & resources / Publishing in policy outlets Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 18 min read Share Publishing in policy outlets Overview This guide explains how to publish short, policy-relevant pieces in public outlets (e.g. op-eds or analysis pieces in outlets like Lawfare or The Hill). Publishing in public
- [National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/national-nuclear-security-administration/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) NNSA maintains and secures the US nuclear weapons stockpile, works to prevent nuclear proliferation and terrorism, powers the US Navy through nuclear propulsion, and responds to nuclear and radiological emergencies domestically and abroad. Updated 15th Jun 2026 8
- [Department of War (DOW)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-defense/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of War (DOW) Department of War (DOW) DOW’s mission is to “provide the military forces necessary to deter war and ensure the nation’s security.” DOW shapes AI and biosecurity policy through multiple levers, such as funding for research, procurement, and strategic guidance and policy documents. Updated 15th
- [Partisan affiliation](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/partisan-affiliation/) - Home / Tips & resources / Partisan affiliation Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 3 min read Share Partisan affiliation People interested in DC policy work sometimes wonder whether certain activities might make them look partisan. If you are worried about this, it’s worth being mindful of activities that can—intentionally or not—be
- [Professional development](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/essentials/professional-development/) - Home / Essentials / Professional development Contents ▾ Essentials Updated 15th Jun 2026 16 min read Share Professional development Why “professional development” matters Having success in a public policy career depends on many different factors, some of which—like luck—are not fully under your control. But there are also plenty of things you can do to
- [Introduction to policy careers](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/essentials/introduction-to-policy-careers/) - Home / Essentials / Introduction to policy careers Contents ▾ Essentials Updated 15th Jun 2026 25 min read Share Introduction to policy careers This guide introduces key concepts in public policy and overviews career opportunities in the field. We’ll explore what policy is, how it’s made, why you might want to work in policy, and
- [Using LinkedIn for policy roles](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/using-linkedin-for-policy-roles/) - Home / Tips & resources / Using LinkedIn for policy roles Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 12 min read Share Using LinkedIn for policy roles This guide explains how to effectively use LinkedIn to build your professional network and identify and pursue policy-focused roles (e.g. in Congress, think tanks, state legislatures).
- [Policy cover letters](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/policy-cover-letters/) - Home / Tips & resources / Policy cover letters Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 6 min read Share Policy cover letters This guide explains how to write effective cover letters for US policy positions (e.g. congressional offices, think tanks, state legislatures). Your cover letter should strategically complement your resume, providing color
- [Policy resumes](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/policy-resumes/) - Home / Tips & resources / Policy resumes Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 8 min read Share Policy resumes This guide explains how to write a resume for US policy roles (e.g. Congress, think tanks, state legislatures), including advice on resume formatting, content, and writing. Policy resumes generally follow standard resume
- [Pitching yourself in policy contexts](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/pitching-yourself-in-policy-contexts/) - Home / Tips & resources / Pitching yourself in policy contexts Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 13 min read Share Pitching yourself in policy contexts This guide explains how to “pitch” yourself in policy settings—whether you’re answering “What do you work on?” at a happy hour or introducing yourself in a
- [Policy skills](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/policy-skills/) - Home / Tips & resources / Policy skills Contents ▾ Tips & Resources Updated 15th Jun 2026 6 min read Share Policy skills The policy world is vast, with different institutions and roles requiring highly varied skills. Clearly, the skills and personal attributes needed to excel as a think tank researcher are very different from
- [State-level policy careers](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/state-level-policy-careers/) - Home / Institutions / State-level policy careers Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 15th Jun 2026 42 min read Share State-level policy careers This guide explains how policy is made at the US state level, how state governments work, how you can get a job there, and how this work can allow you to make a difference.
- [Divyansh Kaushik (AI policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/divyansh-kaushik/) - Home / Career profiles / Divyansh Kaushik (AI policy) Divyansh Kaushik (AI policy) Updated 15th Jun 2026 4 min read Share About Divyansh Kaushik Divyansh Kaushik is the Associate Director for Emerging Technologies and National Security at the Federation of American Scientists (FAS). You can follow him on Twitter and on the FAS website. Tell
- [About this website](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/about/) - This article explains how law school works (e.g. curriculum, time commitment) and outlines steps you could take to assess your personal fit for a law degree.
- [National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/national-institute-of-standards-and-technology/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) NIST develops standards, measurements, and technology to support US economic competitiveness, technological progress, improved product reliability, and technical security and safety. Updated 14th Jun 2026 13 min read Share Contents ▾ This profile focuses
- [Congress](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/) - Home / Institutions / Congress Congress This page provides advice and resources on working in Congress, including our general working in Congress guide and specialized guides on congressional internships, full-time roles, and fellowships. Updated 14th Jun 2026 3 min read Share Contents ▾ Working in Congress: why and how Working in Congress Congress could be a highly impactful
- [Presidential Management Fellowship (discontinued)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/pmf/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / Presidential Management Fellowship (discontinued) Contents ▾ Updated 13th Jun 2026 23 min read Share Presidential Management Fellowship (discontinued) Written by a former Presidential Management Fellow unaffiliated with this website. As of February 19, 2025, the Trump Administration has discontinued the Presidential Management Fellows Program under Executive Order, “Commencing
- [US Department of Agriculture (USDA)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/us-department-of-agriculture/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / US Department of Agriculture (USDA) US Department of Agriculture (USDA) USDA develops and executes federal policies on agriculture, forestry, and rural economic development, aiming to support farmers and ensure a safe food supply. USDA contributes to biosecurity and advances food innovation to enhance food security and sustainability. Updated 13th Jun
- [National Security Council (NSC)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/national-security-council/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / National Security Council (NSC) National Security Council (NSC) NSC coordinates the government’s national security enterprise and advises the president on national security matters. It designs short- and long-term national security strategies and coordinates national security policy implementation among agencies. Updated 13th Jun 2026 13 min read Share Contents
- [National Institutes of Health (NIH)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/national-institutes-of-health/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / National Institutes of Health (NIH) National Institutes of Health (NIH) NIH is the primary federal agency for biomedical and public health research and is the largest funding source for medical research globally. It supports various research initiatives aimed at advancing health, preventing disease, and ensuring biothreat preparedness. Updated
- [Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-health-and-human-services/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) HHS plays a crucial role in healthcare, public health, medical research, and social services. The department is responsible for preparing for and responding to biological threats of any kind, including via agencies like CDC, ASPR, NIH, and FDA.
- [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/centers-for-disease-control-and-prevention/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) CDC’s mission is to protect America from health, safety, and security threats, both foreign and domestic. The agency provides public health expertise, conducts research, and plays a central role in biosecurity, responding to disease
- [Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/administration-for-strategic-preparedness-and-response/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) ASPR’s mission is to “assist the country in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from public health emergencies and disasters.” It runs the Strategic National Stockpile, BARDA, and other programs. Updated 13th Jun 2026
- [Virtual Student Federal Service](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-internships/vsfs/) - Home / Pathways / Policy internships / Virtual Student Federal Service Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 10 min read Share Virtual Student Federal Service February 2025 update: The original VSFS internship page is currently unavailable and doesn’t seem to accept applications. We’ll update this page as we learn more about the future of
- [Foreign nationals information](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/foreign-nationals/) - Home / Pathways / Foreign nationals information Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 22 min read Share Foreign nationals information We often get asked by non-Americans—including many international students at US universities interested in the Horizon Fellowship—about their eligibility for US public policy roles. This post summarizes what we learned from online research and
- [US Google Public Policy Fellowship](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/google-public-policy-fellowship/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / US Google Public Policy Fellowship Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 8 min read Share US Google Public Policy Fellowship Written by a former Google Public Policy Fellow unaffiliated with this website. The US Google Public Policy Fellowship is a fully funded summer- or semester-long fellowship for
- [TechCongress Fellowship](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/techcongress/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / TechCongress Fellowship Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 10 min read Share TechCongress Fellowship This article was written by a former TechCongress Fellow otherwise unaffiliated with this website. TechCongress allows people with STEM degrees or other technical backgrounds to get first-hand policy experience by serving for 10-12
- [Scoville Peace Fellowship](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/scoville/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / Scoville Peace Fellowship Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 13 min read Share Scoville Peace Fellowship Written by a former Scoville Fellow unaffiliated with this website. Summary: Why you should consider the Scoville Fellowship The Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship is a great opportunity for early-career bachelor’s
- [STPI Science Policy Fellowship](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/stpi/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / STPI Science Policy Fellowship Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 15 min read Share STPI Science Policy Fellowship Written by a former STPI Science Policy Fellow unaffiliated with this website. The STPI Science Policy Fellowship gives recent bachelor graduates with US citizenship the opportunity to work for
- [Boren Awards](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/boren/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / Boren Awards Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 20 min read Share Boren Awards Written by a former Boren Scholar unaffiliated with this website. Summary This post summarizes why and how to apply to the Boren Awards, a competitive language program for US undergraduates (“Boren Scholarship”) and
- [AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/aaas-science-and-technology-policy-fellowship/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships / AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 13th Jun 2026 23 min read Share AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowship This article was written by a former AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow otherwise unaffiliated with this website. Introduction The AAAS Science and Technology Policy
- [Advanced Research Projects Agencies (ARPAs)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/arpas/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Advanced Research Projects Agencies (ARPAs) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 10th Jun 2026 31 min read Share Advanced Research Projects Agencies (ARPAs) Overview Advanced Research Projects Agencies (ARPAs) are specialized government organizations designed to drive breakthrough scientific research and innovation, especially in areas with weak commercial incentives and high
- [Ian Simon (Bio policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/ian-simon/) - Home / Career profiles / Ian Simon (Bio policy) Ian Simon (Bio policy) Updated 9th Jun 2026 5 min read Share About Ian Simon Ian Simon is the Director of the Office of Long COVID Research and Practice in the US Department of Health and Human Services. You can follow him on LinkedIn. Tell us
- [Hero Test Site](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/hero-test-site/) - Home / Hero Test Site Monochrom Hero Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua. Updated 9th Jun 2026 1 min read Share Home / Hero Test Site Archive Pages Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed
- [Department of Homeland Security (DHS)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-homeland-security/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) DHS is integral to US national security, handling cybersecurity, counterterrorism, border security, disaster response, and critical infrastructure protection. DHS’s role in emerging technology policy is growing, including dealing with AI, bio, and cyber-related threats. Updated 7th Jun 2026
- [Why (not) work in Congress? (Part 1)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/1-why-work-in-congress/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Why (not) work in Congress? (Part 1) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 5th Jun 2026 14 min read Share Why (not) work in Congress? (Part 1) About this guide Working in Congress can help you to understand and meaningfully contribute to the legislative process. This guide explains how Congress works
- [Political campaigns](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/political-campaigning/) - Home / Pathways / Political campaigns Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 5th Jun 2026 43 min read Share Political campaigns A political campaign is an organized effort to elect candidates to public office or pass ballot initiatives such as constitutional amendments, legislative referenda, or local ordinances. The main objective of any campaign is to secure a
- [Executive branch](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch Executive branch This page lists agency profiles, application advice, fellowships, and resources for understanding and working in US federal agencies or the White House. Updated 5th Jun 2026 5 min read Share Contents ▾ Federal agency profiles These profiles provide information on specific federal agencies working on issues relevant
- [Podcast](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/podcast/) - Home / Podcast Podcast Prefer to listen? Subscribe to our podcast feeds for narrated versions of our policy career guides. Updated 4th Jun 2026 1 min read Share Policy Career Guides Actionable, expert advice on policy careers in AI, biosecurity, and emerging technologies. Learn how to break into US policy, where you can make a
- [National Economic Council (NEC) and Domestic Policy Council (DPC)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/national-economic-council-and-domestic-policy-council/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / National Economic Council (NEC) and Domestic Policy Council (DPC) National Economic Council (NEC) and Domestic Policy Council (DPC) This profile focuses on the National Economic Council (NEC) and the Domestic Policy Council (DPC) within the Executive Office of the President (EOP). For a more general overview of EOP
- [Technical standards and evaluations](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/policy-levers/technical-standards-and-evaluations/) - Home / Policy levers / Technical standards and evaluations Contents ▾ Policy Levers Updated 3rd Jun 2026 42 min read Share Technical standards and evaluations Overview Technical standards—shared expectations for definitions, performance of products and systems, and testing—underpin nearly all aspects of technology and manufacturing globally. Evaluations check whether those expectations are being met through
- [Advice and resources for underrepresented groups in policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/advice-for-underrepresented-groups/) - Home / Pathways / Advice and resources for underrepresented groups in policy Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 3rd Jun 2026 9 min read Share Advice and resources for underrepresented groups in policy Entering a policy career can be particularly challenging for individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in the policy world. This can be due to factors
- [US military departments](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-defense/us-military-departments/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of War (DOW) / US military departments Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 3rd Jun 2026 29 min read Share US military departments This profile focuses on the US military departments—the Departments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force—the principal organizational components in the Department of War (DOW), and
- [Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) CISA is the nation’s cyber defense agency and national coordinator for critical infrastructure security and resilience. CISA has emerged as a critical player in AI policy, particularly in AI security. Updated 3rd Jun 2026 10 min
- [Multilateral organizations](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/multilateral-governance/) - Home / Institutions / Multilateral organizations Contents ▾ Updated 3rd Jun 2026 31 min read Share Multilateral governance careers International coordination is critical for overcoming many global governance challenges, including those raised by emerging technology. Treaties, for example, help states to agree on common standards and shared guidelines for technological development. Arms control agreements can
- [Interviewing for federal positions](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/interviewing-for-federal-positions/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Interviewing for federal positions Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 3rd Jun 2026 10 min read Share Interviewing for federal positions Getting started When you apply for a private sector job, you may encounter creative interview questions and on-the-spot problem-solving scenarios or skill demonstrations. There may be multiple meetings with
- [Intelligence community (IC)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/intelligence-community/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Intelligence community (IC) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 3rd Jun 2026 41 min read Share Intelligence community (IC) Informing the President; speaking truth to power; being the nation’s “first line of defense.” These mottos form the core ethos of the US intelligence community (IC), a network of 18 agencies,
- [National labs and FFRDCs](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/national-labs-and-ffrdcs/) - Home / Institutions / National labs and FFRDCs Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 3rd Jun 2026 24 min read Share National labs and FFRDCs National labs like Los Alamos and other “FFRDCs” are crucial for informing government policy and advancing science and technology, particularly related to national security. They employ tens of thousands of scientists, policy
- [Federal R&D funding](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/policy-levers/federal-rd-funding/) - Home / Policy levers / Federal R&D funding Contents ▾ Policy Levers Updated 3rd Jun 2026 51 min read Share Federal R&D funding Overview Federal R&D funding—public dollars allocated by the US government to support scientific and technological progress—is among the strongest policy tools for shaping national innovation. Spawned out of Cold War ambitions to
- [Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/office-of-science-and-technology-policy/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) NEC and DPC advise the president and coordinate policymaking processes for economic and domestic issues. Both have supported the development of major AI or biosecurity policy initiatives. Updated 3rd Jun 2026 19 min read
- [Export controls](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/policy-levers/export-controls/) - Home / Policy levers / Export controls Contents ▾ Policy Levers Updated 3rd Jun 2026 39 min read Share Export controls Overview Export controls are regulations that restrict which goods, technologies, and services can be sold or transferred to foreign countries, entities, or individuals. The US government primarily uses export controls to protect national security
- [National Science Foundation (NSF)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/national-science-foundation/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / National Science Foundation (NSF) National Science Foundation (NSF) NSF is an independent federal agency that advances US science and engineering progress through competitive research grants, partnerships, education, and workforce development. NSF investments drive developments across AI, biosecurity, and other emerging technologies. Updated 3rd Jun 2026 11 min read
- [Federal Trade Commission (FTC)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/federal-trade-commission/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Federal Trade Commission (FTC) The FTC is an independent federal agency of the US government with a dual mission to promote fair competition and protect American consumers from predatory or misleading business practices. It will likely play a major role in AI regulation. Updated
- [Researching federal agencies and offices](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/researching-federal-agencies-and-offices/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Researching federal agencies and offices Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 3rd Jun 2026 22 min read Share Researching federal agencies and offices This guide helps you systematically research and pursue federal agency roles aligned with your policy interests. While the executive branch’s complex structure and evolving priorities can seem
- [Food and Drug Administration (FDA)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/food-and-drug-administration/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) FDA ensures the safety, efficacy, and security of drugs, biological products, and medical devices, and it oversees food safety and tobacco regulation. The agency mainly contributes to biosecurity by regulating vaccines, treatments, and medical countermeasures. Updated 3rd Jun
- [Testing your fit for policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/essentials/policy-fit-testing/) - Home / Essentials / Testing your fit for policy Contents ▾ Essentials Updated 2nd Jun 2026 30 min read Share Testing your fit for policy When we advise people exploring policy and public service careers, some of the most common questions we get are about “fit” for policy work: Would I be happy in this
- [Graduate school](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school Graduate school This page features in-depth guides on graduate school options for people interested in policy work, including general advice on graduate school and specific advice on policy master’s programs and law school. Updated 2nd Jun 2026 2 min read Share Contents ▾ General advice on graduate school Most
- [What are the best graduate degrees for policy work?](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/2-comparing-options/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / What are the best graduate degrees for policy work? Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 1st Jun 2026 9 min read Share What are the best graduate degrees for policy work? This article is part of our general graduate school advice, complementing our in-depth, degree-specific guides on policy master’s programs
- [Executive branch AI policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/executive-branch-ai-policy/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Executive branch AI policy Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 1st Jun 2026 23 min read Share Executive branch AI policy The US government has many potential roles in AI, from spurring responsible innovation to improving government performance via AI adoption. It wields vast policy levers to shape AI development
- [AI policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/ai-policy/) - Home / Policy areas / AI policy AI policy This page lists resources on AI policy, profiles of US federal agencies, fellowship programs, think tanks, and congressional committees. Updated 1st Jun 2026 10 min read Share Contents ▾ AI policy resources This list is an introduction to the field. While we couldn’t include many great
- [Biosecurity policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/biosecurity-policy/) - Home / Policy areas / Biosecurity policy Biosecurity policy This page lists resources on biosecurity policy, profiles of US federal agencies, fellowship programs, think tanks, and congressional committees. Updated 1st Jun 2026 9 min read Share Contents ▾ Biosecurity policy resources This list is an introduction to the field. While we couldn’t include many great
- [Office of the Secretary of War (OSW)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/office-of-the-secretary-of-defense/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) OSW is responsible for policy development, planning, resource management, and program evaluation. OSW runs several AI and biosecurity-relevant efforts, including investing in research, purchasing equipment, drafting strategies, and more. Updated 29th May 2026 20
- [How to choose which law schools to apply to? (Part 4)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/law-school/4-where-to-apply/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Law school / How to choose which law schools to apply to? (Part 4) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 29th May 2026 11 min read Share How to choose which law schools to apply to? (Part 4) This is the fourth article in our six-part law school guide (parts
- [What are the main career paths after law school? (Part 3)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/law-school/3-career-paths/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Law school / What are the main career paths after law school? (Part 3) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 29th May 2026 9 min read Share What are the main career paths after law school? (Part 3) This is the third article in our six-part law school guide (parts
- [Alexander Titus (Bio policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/alexander-titus/) - Home / Career profiles / Alexander Titus (Bio policy) Alexander Titus (Bio policy) Updated 29th May 2026 6 min read Share About Alexander Titus Alexander Titus is a Principal Scientist and Research Faculty at the University of Southern California and a Commissioner at the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology. You can follow him on
- [Policy fellowships](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-fellowships/) - Home / Pathways / Policy fellowships Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 27th May 2026 39 min read Share Policy fellowships Fellowships are one of the best entryways into US policy work. This page includes: Explainer: What are policy fellowships? & Tips for a successful fellowship Fellowship database Fellowship guides (e.g. PMF, AAAS, TechCongress, STPI, and Scoville)
- [Regulatory policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/policy-levers/regulatory-policy/) - Home / Policy levers / Regulatory policy Contents ▾ Policy Levers Updated 27th May 2026 42 min read Share Regulatory policy Overview Federal regulations—legally binding rules that Congress has authorized federal agencies to create—touch nearly all aspects of life. More than 100 US federal agencies regulate hundreds of thousands of activities and products, from aviation
- [Policy masters](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Policy masters Policy masters Updated 19th May 2026 1 min read Share Contents ▾ Policy master’s degrees Getting a policy master’s degree (e.g. MPP) can help you pivot into or accelerate your policy career. This guide explains what policy master’s programs are, where and how to apply, and
- [Law school](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/law-school/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Law school Law school Updated 19th May 2026 1 min read Share Contents ▾ Law school It’s common for US policymakers to have law degrees. This guide describes the law school experience and gives advice to help you decide whether a law degree might help your career goals.
- [Policy levers](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/policy-levers/) - Home / Policy levers Policy levers These pages highlight key readings, fellowships, think tanks, and other resources to learn about specific emerging technology policy areas. Federal R&D funding Federal R&D funding—public dollars allocated by the US government to support scientific and technological progress—is among the strongest policy tools for shaping national innovation. Spawned out of
- [Tips & resources](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/tips/) - The law school admission process is highly competitive and time intensive. This article explains the process and how to strengthen your application in the most time-effective way.
- [Essentials](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/essentials/) - Home / Essentials Essentials These guides help you understand policy careers, assess your personal fit, and develop professionally in the policy world—offering foundational knowledge for those considering or beginning policy work. Introduction to policy careers New to policy? This guide explains what public policy is, how policy change happens, why you might want to work
- [Pathways](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/) - This article explains how to think about whether to work in the House or the Senate, in a personal office or a committee, and for the majority or minority party. It also discusses office culture and political affiliations.
- [Institutions](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/) - This article explains the different roles available in Congress, provides networking advice, and explains how to search and apply for jobs.
- [Congress internships](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/internships/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Congress internships Congress internships Updated 19th May 2026 1 min read Share Congressional internships: Why and where to apply? (Part 1) About this guide Working in Congress can be a great way to make a difference and get hands-on experience with the legislative process. Internships are among the most
- [Semester in DC programs](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-internships/semester-in-dc-programs/) - Home / Pathways / Policy internships / Semester in DC programs Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 18th May 2026 9 min read Share Semester in DC programs US students interested in policy work should consider applying to a semester in DC program to complete a policy internship in Washington DC. These programs are probably the best
- [Policy internships](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/policy-internships/) - Home / Pathways / Policy internships Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 18th May 2026 21 min read Share Policy internships Policy internships are among the best ways to test your fit for policy careers and advance your professional development. Interning allows you to gain a valuable credential, expand your professional network, build relevant knowledge and skills,
- [PhDs](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/phds/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / PhDs Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 18th May 2026 18 min read Share PhD advice for policy careers This article is part of our general graduate school advice, complementing our in-depth, degree-specific guides on policy master’s programs and law school. For most people pursuing US policy careers, we’d advise
- [Advice for undergraduates](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/undergraduate-advice/) - Home / Pathways / Advice for undergraduates Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 18th May 2026 20 min read Share Advice for undergraduates Many undergraduates consider pursuing a career in US public policy but are uncertain about how to test their fit and get a foot in the door. This post provides advice and highlights relevant opportunities.
- [Full-time roles](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/full-time-roles/) - Home / Pathways / Full-time roles Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 18th May 2026 14 min read Share Full-time roles This website offers a lot of advice on securing entry-level opportunities for careers in public policy, like internships, short-term policy programs, fellowships, and graduate school. But all of these opportunities are primarily steps toward full-time employment
- [Space policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/space-policy/) - Home / Policy areas / Space policy Space policy This page lists resources about space policy, fellowships, and think tanks. Updated 17th May 2026 5 min read Share Contents ▾ Space policy resources This list is an introduction to the field. While we couldn’t include many great resources here, we encourage you to do your
- [Nuclear security policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/nuclear-security-policy/) - Home / Policy areas / Nuclear security policy Nuclear security policy This page lists resources about nuclear security policy, fellowships, and think tanks. Updated 17th May 2026 6 min read Share Contents ▾ Nuclear security policy resources This list is an introduction to the field. While we couldn’t include many great resources here, we encourage
- [Cyber policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/cyber-policy/) - Home / Policy areas / Cyber policy Cyber policy This page lists resources on cyber policy, fellowships, and think tanks. Updated 17th May 2026 5 min read Share Contents ▾ Cyber policy resources This list is an introduction to the field. While we couldn’t include many great resources here, we encourage you to do your
- [Civic tech](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/civic-tech/) - Home / Policy areas / Civic tech Civic tech This page lists resources on civic tech and public interest technology, relevant fellowships, and think tanks and nonprofits. Updated 17th May 2026 6 min read Share Contents ▾ Civic tech resources This list is an introduction to the field. While we couldn’t include many great resources
- [China and tech policy](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/areas/china-policy/) - Home / Policy areas / China and tech policy China and tech policy This page lists resources on China policy, fellowships, think tanks, and master’s programs. It primarily focuses on China policy with a technology angle for people considering working on these issues in Washington, DC. Updated 17th May 2026 8 min read Share Contents
- [Why (not) work at a think tank? (Part 1)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/think-tanks/1-what-and-why/) - Home / Institutions / Think tanks / Why (not) work at a think tank? (Part 1) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 14 min read Share Why (not) work at a think tank? (Part 1) About this guide Working at a think tank could be a great way to build policy-relevant skills and networks
- [Where to work in Congress? (Part 2)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/2-where-to-work-in-congress/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Where to work in Congress? (Part 2) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 13 min read Share Where to work in Congress? (Part 2) This is the second article in our four-part working in Congress guide (Part 1, Part 3, Part 4). If you’re interested in working on
- [Think tank types & activities (Part 2)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/think-tanks/2-types-and-activities/) - Home / Institutions / Think tanks / Think tank types & activities (Part 2) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 8 min read Share Think tank types & activities (Part 2) This is the second article in our four-part think tank guide (part 1, part 3, part 4). It isn’t always clear what organizations
- [Think tank roles & personal fit (Part 3)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/think-tanks/3-roles-and-personal-fit/) - Home / Institutions / Think tanks / Think tank roles & personal fit (Part 3) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 13 min read Share Think tank roles & personal fit (Part 3) This is the third article in our four-part think tank guide (part 1, part 2, part 4). What is it like
- [How to get an internship in Congress? (Part 2)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/internships/2-how-to-apply/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Congress internships / How to get an internship in Congress? (Part 2) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 9 min read Share How to get an internship in Congress? (Part 2) Application processes vary significantly by office. Instead of viewing congressional internships as run by one large organization,
- [How to apply? Getting into top policy master’s degrees (Part 3)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/3-how-to-apply/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Policy masters / How to apply? Getting into top policy master’s degrees (Part 3) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 17th May 2026 14 min read Share How to apply? Getting into top policy master’s degrees (Part 3) This is the third article in our four-part policy master’s guide (Part
- [How to apply for and land a job in Congress? (Part 4)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/4-how-to-apply/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / How to apply for and land a job in Congress? (Part 4) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 23 min read Share How to apply for and land a job in Congress? (Part 4) This is the final article in our four-part working in Congress guide (Part 1,
- [Getting a think tank job (Part 4)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/think-tanks/4-getting-a-job/) - Home / Institutions / Think tanks / Getting a think tank job (Part 4) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 21 min read Share Getting a think tank job (Part 4) This is the final article in our four-part think tank guide (part 1, part 2, part 3). How would you actually go about
- [Assessing office and committee relevance in Congress (Part 3)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/3-office-and-committee-relevance/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Assessing office and committee relevance in Congress (Part 3) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 17th May 2026 18 min read Share Assessing office and committee relevance in Congress (Part 3) This is the third article in our four-part working in Congress guide (part 1, part 2, part 4). If you’re
- [Test-Site](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/test-site/) - Home / Test-Site Contents ▾ Updated 15th May 2026 7 min read Share Heading Level 1 Heading Level 2 This is a standard paragraph with bold text, italic text, and bold italic text. It also contains a link to an external page and an internal link. Here is some underlined text and strikethrough text as
- [Department of Commerce (DOC)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-commerce/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of Commerce (DOC) Department of Commerce (DOC) Commerce promotes US economic growth and competitiveness through roles in data, innovation, and industry support. It plays key roles in AI and biosecurity, overseeing standard-setting, semiconductor and bio-manufacturing, and exports. Updated 13th May 2026 22 min read Share Contents ▾
- [Department of Energy (DOE)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-energy/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of Energy (DOE) Department of Energy (DOE) DOE oversees energy policy, scientific research, and the nuclear arsenal, being the largest US government funder of physical science research. It significantly contributes to science and tech development and policy, including via its national labs. Updated 13th May 2026 18 min
- [Department of State (DOS)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/department-of-state/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Department of State (DOS) Department of State (DOS) State oversees US foreign policy, negotiating treaties, managing diplomatic missions, and representing the US in international bodies. In this capacity, State contributes to technology policy, which is becoming increasingly important in diplomacy. Updated 13th May 2026 27 min read Share
- [Executive Office of the President (EOP)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/executive-office-of-the-president/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Executive Office of the President (EOP) Executive Office of the President (EOP) EOP is a group of offices and councils that support the president in executing their agenda domestically and internationally. EOP advises the president, coordinates policy development among federal agencies, and guides policy implementation. Updated 13th May
- [Office of Management and Budget (OMB)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/office-of-management-and-budget/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Office of Management and Budget (OMB) OMB oversees the implementation of the president’s vision across the executive branch. It develops the president’s annual budget proposal, manages agency processes, reviews significant agency regulations, and supports presidential actions, including executive orders. Updated 13th May
- [Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/executive-branch/bureau-of-industry-and-security/) - Home / Institutions / Executive branch / Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) BIS is the lead agency tasked with administering and enforcing export controls on dual-use items and technology. It’s central to US AI and biosecurity policy efforts since it controls the export of high-performance semiconductors and biological
- [Think tanks](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/think-tanks/) - Home / Institutions / Think tanks Think tanks This page provides advice on working in DC think tanks, including our in-depth think tank guide and lists of relevant fellowships, think tanks working on emerging technology policy, and resources. Updated 11th May 2026 10 min read Share Contents ▾ Working at a DC think tank: why
- [Why go to graduate school if you want to work in policy?](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/1-why-graduate-school/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Why go to graduate school if you want to work in policy? Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 24th Apr 2026 14 min read Share Why go to graduate school if you want to work in policy? This article is part of our general graduate school advice, complementing our in-depth,
- [Which policy master’s programs should you apply to? (Part 2)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/2-where-to-apply/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Policy masters / Which policy master’s programs should you apply to? (Part 2) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 24th Apr 2026 25 min read Share Which policy master’s programs should you apply to? (Part 2) This is the second article in our four-part policy master’s guide (Part 1, Part
- [Policy master’s: Cost and funding (Part 4)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/4-cost-and-funding/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Policy masters / Policy master’s: Cost and funding (Part 4) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 24th Apr 2026 15 min read Share Policy master’s: Cost and funding (Part 4) This is the final article in our four-part policy master’s guide (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3). See also our
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- [Career profiles](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/) - Home / Career profiles Career profiles In these profiles, policy practitioners working in emerging technology policy share details about their career journey, offer advice, and recommend resources. Updated 21st Apr 2026 1 min read Share AI policy See also our AI policy page with resources, think tanks, fellowships, and more. B Cavello (AI policy) B
- [Congressional internships: Why and where to apply? (Part 1)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/internships/1-why-and-where-to-apply/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Congress internships / Congressional internships: Why and where to apply? (Part 1) Contents ▾ Institutions Updated 19th Apr 2026 16 min read Share Congressional internships: Why and where to apply? (Part 1) About this guide Working in Congress can be a great way to make a difference and get
- [Full-time roles in Congress](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/full-time-roles/) - Home / Institutions / Congress / Full-time roles in Congress Contents ▾ Updated 7th Apr 2026 14 min read Share Full-time roles in Congress This article provides an overview of full-time roles in Congress and how to find job openings. For additional context and advice, we highly recommend reading our four-part Working in Congress guide,
- [How to fund law school? (Part 6)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/law-school/6-cost-and-funding/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Law school / How to fund law school? (Part 6) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 20th Mar 2026 1 min read Share How to fund law school? (Part 6) This is the final article in our six-part law school guide (parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6). See also
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- [Why (not) go to law school? (Part 2)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/law-school/2-why-go-to-law-school/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Law school / Why (not) go to law school? (Part 2) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 20th Mar 2026 1 min read Share Why (not) go to law school? (Part 2) This is the second article in our six-part law school guide (parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6).
- [What is law school and how can you test your fit? (Part 1)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/law-school/1-background-and-fit-testing/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Law school / What is law school and how can you test your fit? (Part 1) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 20th Mar 2026 1 min read Share What is law school and how can you test your fit? (Part 1) About this guide It’s common for US policymakers
- [What are policy master’s? (Part 1)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/graduate-school/policy-masters/1-background/) - Home / Pathways / Graduate school / Policy masters / What are policy master’s? (Part 1) Contents ▾ Pathways Updated 20th Mar 2026 1 min read Share What are policy master’s? (Part 1) About this guide Getting a policy master’s degree (e.g. MPP) can help you pivot into or accelerate your policy career. This guide
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- [Congress fellowships](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/institutions/congress/fellowships/) - Policy fellowships—term-limited positions in congressional offices, often sponsored by nonprofits—allow you to build first-hand experience in Congress and benefit from training, mentoring, networking, and more. This guide explains these fellowships and lists more than 15 opportunities.
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- [Tina Huang (AI policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/tina-huang/) - Home / Career profiles / Tina Huang (AI policy) Tina Huang (AI policy) Updated 17th Mar 2026 5 min read Share About Tina Huang Tina Huang is the Director of Strategic Initiatives at EqualAI. You can follow her on Twitter and LinkedIn. Tell us a little about your career journey: How did you come to
- [Neema Iyer (Tech policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/neema-iyer/) - Home / Career profiles / Neema Iyer (Tech policy) Neema Iyer (Tech policy) Updated 17th Mar 2026 5 min read Share About Neema Iyer Neema Iyer is a digital artist, technologist and coach working globally and living in Sydney. You can follow her on Twitter, LinkedIn, and at neemaiyer.com. Tell us a little about your
- [Matt Sheehan (AI policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/matt-sheehan/) - Home / Career profiles / Matt Sheehan (AI policy) Matt Sheehan (AI policy) Updated 17th Mar 2026 6 min read Share About Matt Sheehan Matt Sheehan is a fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, where his research focuses on global technology issues, with a specialization in China’s AI ecosystem. You can follow Matt
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- [Josh Wentzel (Bio policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/josh-wentzel/) - Home / Career profiles / Josh Wentzel (Bio policy) Josh Wentzel (Bio policy) Updated 17th Mar 2026 7 min read Share About Josh Wentzel Josh Wentzel is Assistant Director of the Pandemic and Biosecurity Policy Program at The Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs at the Texas A&M Bush School of Government & Public Service. You
- [Jessica Malaty Rivera (Bio policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/jessica-malaty-rivera/) - Home / Career profiles / Jessica Malaty Rivera (Bio policy) Jessica Malaty Rivera (Bio policy) Updated 17th Mar 2026 7 min read Share About Jessica Malaty Rivera Jessica Malaty Rivera is an infectious disease epidemiologist and Senior Science Communication Advisor at de Beaumont Foundation. You can follow her on Instagram and Twitter/X. Tell us a
- [Irene Solaiman (AI policy)](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/profiles/irene-solaiman/) - Home / Career profiles / Irene Solaiman (AI policy) Irene Solaiman (AI policy) Updated 17th Mar 2026 5 min read Share About Irene Solaiman Irene Solaiman is the Head of Global Policy at Hugging Face. You can follow her on Twitter, LinkedIn, and at irenesolaiman.com. Tell us a little about your career journey: How did
- [Short-term policy programs](https://emergingtechpolicy.org/pathways/short-term-policy-programs/) - Home / Pathways / Short-term policy programs Contents ▾ Updated 8th Mar 2026 10 min read Share Short-term policy programs Many think tanks and nonprofits offer short-term policy seminars, workshops, and fellowships that provide educational and networking opportunities, particularly for students and early-career professionals. These programs typically run from 2-3 days to 6 weeks and