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Governor's Summer Fellowship

An opportunity for Delaware high school students to gain real-world experience in education, community, and government career paths.

Governor's Summer Fellowship

An opportunity for Delaware high school students to gain real-world experience in education, community, and government career paths.

Governor Carney’s Summer Fellowship Program

Delaware high school students beginning their junior or senior year in the Fall 2024 are eligible to apply for the Governor’s Summer Fellowship. This prestigious flagship program is geared towards preparing Delaware students for innovative and compelling work in education, government, or their communities. With paid work opportunities at summer camps available in each county, on-site mentoring, and networking opportunities with state leaders, students will gain an edge on their career before college.

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Program Overview

Paid Work Opportunities

Supervise youth in community-based summer camps.
Work approximately 35 hours a week from June 17 – August 11
Gain valuable experience in education-related fields.
Participate in on-site mentoring.

Network with Government Officials

Attend an orientation with Delaware Governor John Carney, cabinet members, and the Delaware legislature.
Engage in ongoing coaching with the Delaware Department of Education, United Way Delaware, and the Summer Learning Collaborative that includes networking, enrichment and workforce training.
Tour Delaware agencies and learning about different roles across state government.