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Date posted: June 16, 2026
Deadline: July, 6, 2026
Salary: $65,000 – $72,000
Position Summary:
The Office of Distinguished Scholarships is located within Honors Carolina, the University’s premier academic program for undergraduate students. Honors Carolina’s mission is audacious and direct: to provide students a guided journey toward a purposeful life and successful career. We deliver on that promise with a roster of more than 200 specialized honors seminars offered each year, a roster of study abroad programs that ring the globe, and personalized academic advising that is interwoven with career coaching, The Office of Distinguished Scholarships is integral to this work. It embodies Honors Carolina’s commitment to making life-defining academic opportunities available to the broadest possible cross section of both currently enrolled students and recent graduates.
This is a student-facing position that serves as the initial point of contact for students seeking information related to nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships. The position provides high-level guidance to students on award availability, eligibility criteria, application timelines, and selection processes. It has autonomy to select students for referral to more senior-level ODS staff (the executive director and part-time faculty director) for more specific, individualized support.
The position has primary responsibility for broadly publicizing the Office of Distinguished Scholarships, its services, and opportunities to current students and recent graduates. Excellent communication skills are required, as this position will routinely make classroom presentations; organize campus-wide information sessions; develop targeted programs for first generation students, transfer students, and military-affiliated students; and maintain close collaborative relationships with key campus partners, including various student clubs and associations, to the Morehead-Cain Foundation, the Robertson Scholars Program, the Chancellor’s Sciences Scholars Program, and UNC Global Affairs.
This position supports the on-campus candidate selection process for awards that require institutional endorsement (such as the Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, Goldwater, Fulbright, Boren, and Churchill Scholarships). This includes convening faculty-staff selection committees and organizing the in-person interviews that are integral to identifying the University’s nominees.
The position creates and maintains a repository of student-centered resources, including handouts, tipsheets, award guides, how-to modules, and videos. It also maintains accurate records related to past award winners, comprehensive institutional award statistics, and comparative data on distinguished scholarship programs at peer institutions.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Management Preferences
- Experience providing one-on-one advising to college students on national scholarships and fellowships or related university academic support experience
Date posted: June 16, 2026
Deadline: All applications received by June 29, 2026, will be reviewed, but the position will remain open until filled.
Salary: $55,000-$70,000, commensurate with education and experience
Position Summary:
The Office of Citizen Scholar Development seeks a Fellow/Senior Fellow. Level will be determined by qualifications.
The Office of Citizen Scholar Development is home to fellowships and undergraduate research at the University of Virginia. We are concerned with the personal, social, intellectual, and professional development of UVA students and alumni as citizens and scholars. Dedicated to fairness and accessibility, we provide students with accurate information; guide them through reflection and discernment; equip them to seek wise counsel and healthy mentoring relationships; challenge them to articulate goals, to think, and then to act; and support them in pursuing outstanding opportunities to further their development.
The Fellow/Senior Fellow will be committed to the personal, social, intellectual, and professional development of our students through undergraduate research and fellowships. The successful candidate will:
- Train to carry an advising load across both undergraduate research and fellowships,
- Become the primary advisor for fellowships in an area to be determined by the director given the candidate’s background and ability,
- Teach a section of Introduction to Academic Research, which is a one-hour course that complements USOAR Program for Federal Work Study students; and
- Take on a role in outreach, communications, and/or event support depending on background and ability, and perform other duties as assigned.
We seek a highly motivated and organized individual possessing an interest in better developing students and alumni as they consider and pursue outstanding co-curricular and post-graduate opportunities. Our office collaborates with and complements the work of our faculty, staff, and alumni partners across the university, educating toward the agency of our students. We also seek a collaborative and intellectually curious individual to join our team.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Experience: 2 years relevant experience required for designation as Senior Fellow
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate study or degree in academic discipline
- Experience with one or more higher-education experiential learning opportunities, such as undergraduate research, fellowships, study abroad, advising for graduate and professional education, or community engagement
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to educate and mentor in small groups and one-on-one settings
- Ability to manage multiple projects with competing timelines, to perform effectively with a fluctuating workload, and to generate creative problem-solving approaches
- Demonstrated commitment to upholding the dignity of all students, faculty, and staff with whom they work
- Willingness and eagerness to learn and grow individually and as part of the office staff
- Demonstrated maturity, wise decision-making, and professionalism
The most competitive candidates and those with the potential to be hired at the Senior Fellow level will also possess some of the following desired skills & qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience teaching or mentoring in writing or editing
- Experience in communications
- Familiarity with computer programming, database management, or web development
Date posted: June 10, 2026
Deadline: Review of the applications will begin on June 30, 2026
Salary: $93,500-$101,500
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Director of Student Fellowships and Research provides leadership and administration of the College’s fellowship advising program. Serving as the primary point person for competitive academic opportunities for undergraduates and recent graduates of the College, the Director leads, organizes, and oversees the nomination processes for a host of national fellowships as well as competitions for Bowdoin-funded awards that support student research. The position liaises with students, faculty, the Student Fellowships Committee, national foundations and funding agencies, and other administrative offices within the College to support and promotes the mission of the department.
This position will develop and oversee strategies to identify, recruit, and support students and alumni in seeking national fellowship opportunities appropriate to their personal and academic interests. It will also develop and direct policies and administrative processes for Bowdoin-funded student research opportunities (i.e., Fall Research Award, Summer Research Fellowships, Mini-Grants for Research), working with the Student Fellowships Committee.
Education/Skills Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred.
- Strong knowledge of current professional practices and issues related to national fellowships and the administration of undergraduate research programs.
Demonstrate a high level of skill writing as well as editing, managing budgets, supervising others, and working with computers/technology (e.g., databases and website management tools). - Ability to lead the development of policy initiatives and programming structures, effectively interact with various constituencies (e.g., students, administrators, faculty, donors, parents, and community members) who may have competing priorities
- Exhibit exceptional self-motivation and attention to detail as well as judgment and problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations
- Exercise exceptional organizational, planning, and time-management skills that enable the department to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication, advising, and public presentation skills
- Be successful working under deadlines
- Demonstrate a commitment to valuing diversity as well as contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
- At least 1-3 years of related experience required. 4-7 years of experience is desired.
- Advising or mentoring, preferably in an academic environment.
- Knowledge of national fellowships and scholarships, foundations, or grant writing.
- Knowledge of the laws and regulations concerning research compliance preferred.
- Excellent organizational, writing, interpersonal communication.
- Ability to connect with students and collaborate with faculty.
Date posted: June 05, 2026
Deadline: Review of the applications will begin on Friday, June 26, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Salary: $70,000 – $75,000, depending on qualifications and experience
Position Summary:
St. Mary’s College of Maryland at Historic St. Mary’s City is accepting résumés for the position of Assistant Director of the National Fellowships & Awards Office.
The National Fellowships and Awards Office (NFAO) seeks a highly motivated, intellectually engaged, and collaborative scholar-administrator to support St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College, in advancing the institution’s mission of global impact, research, community engagement, and student success through recruiting and mentoring students pursuing nationally competitive fellowships and awards. This position will play a central role in supporting and advancing a campus-wide culture of mentored research and creative inquiry, providing guidance, resources, and strategic advice throughout the fellowship application process for any SMCM undergraduate, graduate student, or alumnus pursuing competitive fellowships or awards. A relatively new office, NFAO currently supports applicants for Goldwater, Udall, and Voyager Scholarships and for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program Awards.
This position is part of a Presidential priority to expand NFAO, so this role is ideal for a collaborative administrator with the passion and vision to help build this program. The Assistant Director will work alongside the current faculty Director to shape and expand the reach of NFAO in recruiting and advising students, partnering with faculty, and contributing to strategic initiatives, while also participating in the development of new programs and partnerships that advance inclusive excellence in undergraduate scholarship and creative endeavors. The Assistant Director will also become the lead for supporting fellowships and awards that best fit their areas of expertise. NFAO works closely with the Office of International Education—that currently mentors Gilman and Critical Language Scholarships—as well as with St. Mary’s numerous honors cohorts, including the DeSousa-Brent, Landers, Sum Primus, Monuments, and Global Scholars programs.
The ideal candidate will have a strong grounding in academic research and/or creative inquiry—particularly within the liberal arts; excellence in mentoring student’s intellectual growth; a background in equitable recruitment and programming; and an ability to communicate well with all members of our campus community, including students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
This position reports to the Director of National Fellowships and Awards, who is a tenured faculty member. The person in this position may supervise student workers. More information about the NFAO office may be found at: https://www.smcm.edu/national-fellowships-awards/
This is a two-year, full-time contractual payroll position with subsidized benefits. The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $75,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the National Public honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary’s City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary’s College is one of the nation’s best public liberal arts colleges – ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students. Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today’s students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Bachelor’s degree;
- Excellent writing and editing abilities;
- Outstanding interpersonal, communication, presentation, and organizational skills;
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement; and
- One (1) to three (3) years of experience mentoring students for national and/or international scholarships and awards as well as managing, or helping to manage, multiple award cycles.
Desirable Qualifications
- Master’s degree;
- A familiarity with STEM-related awards;
- A commitment to advising practices and student engagement efforts that promote growth and development in students;
- Experience working with honors programs, fellowship programs, and with high-achieving undergraduate student populations;
- Experience and fluency with an array of relevant award programs;
- Experience designing and running workshops and/or presenting to students and/or stakeholders;
- Experience in data analysis, report generation, and using technology to support advising and student success initiatives;
- Ability and interest in learning applicant tracking systems and other application software; and
- Familiarity with social media platforms, graphic design software (e.g., Canva), Google platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered.
Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Application Instructions
St. Mary’s College embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity. Application materials should include a cover letter, résumé (including email address), statement of how the applicant’s employment at the College will contribute to a culture of inclusion and campus diversity, and three references and submitted online at https://apply.interfolio.com/187606. Questions may be directed to Dr. Jennifer Cognard-Black, Professor of English and Director of National Fellowships and Awards, at [email protected].
Date posted: May 12, 2026
Deadline: N/A
Salary: $64,600 – $113,300 Annually ($72,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Position Summary:
The Scholars & Fellows Programs (SFP) team is seeking a creative, team-oriented Assistant Director, Scholars & Fellows Programs with excellent interpersonal skills to provide support for scholar development and nationally competitive fellowships advising within a complex office focused on academic and intellectual engagement for Johns Hopkins students. The establishment of the SFP team within the Center for Student Success (CSS) is designed to align fellowship advising with a mission of access and inclusion, and is part of a broad, ambitious initiative to support highly talented first-generation, limited-income (FLI) students, who make up ~ 30% of the undergraduate student population at Johns Hopkins University. The Assistant Director will contribute to the SFP mission of empowering students by conducting outreach to and advising for students in the fellowships programs (e.g. Fulbright, UK Scholarships, Truman, Goldwater, et al.), with a particular focus on engaging FLI students through early outreach initiatives and fellowships advising throughout their undergraduate career.
The core work of SFP is to provide students with opportunities for self-reflection and to develop a strong understanding of their strengths, the multiple pathways and opportunities to realize their ambitious goals, and the value of a liberal arts education. Within the SFP team, advising focuses on students’ intellectual wayfinding and intense and iterative feedback meant to push applicants to high levels of reflection and expressive competence. The Assistant Director fosters academic engagement by supporting and guiding students as they prepare for national competitions for fellowships. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Associate Director, faculty, and administrators throughout the University to recruit a competitive and diversified pool of applicants for scholarships such as the Rhodes, Marshall, Mitchell, Truman, Goldwater, and Fulbright, among others, with special attention to first-generation and limited-income students. In collaboration with the Associate Director, the Assistant Director will manage a subset of these fellowship opportunities and serve as the liaison between Johns Hopkins University and the foundations awarding the scholarships.
This role is expected to be a visible presence on campus and within the SFP/CSS team and highly visible among applicants, demonstrating an investment in knowing students directly, inviting them into conversation about their experiences, strengths, and aspirations. The Assistant Director reports directly to the Associate Director of Scholars & Fellows Programs.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Fellowships Outreach & Recruitment (30%)
- Develops collaborative partnerships with faculty, academic departments and programs, CSS partners, and campus partners to identify strong candidates for fellowships opportunities with a particular focus on early outreach to FLI students and first- and second-year students.
- Develops and implements a communication plan to promote participation in nationally competitive scholarships and fellowships among all Johns Hopkins students. Partners with FLI Network and the Success Coaching in Academic Advising Program to amplify communications to FLI students.
- In collaboration with other members of the SFP team, ensure that students in the university’s scholars cohort programs are introduced to fellowship opportunities early in their academic career and that program learning goals prepare scholars for the fellowship application process.
- Develop partnerships with the Global Education Office (GEO) to support university efforts to increase awareness of and participation in international opportunities among FLI students. Collaborate with GEO in advertising and supporting applicants to national fellowships designed to support study abroad. (Critical Language Scholarship, Gilman, Boren, Fulbright UK, Freeman-Asia, etc.).
- Invites and hosts national foundations on campus to raise campus awareness of fellowship opportunities.
- In partnership with the Associate Director, prepares and disseminates publications of student finalist and award winners as needed.
- Manage the creation and dissemination of the SFP newsletters and listserv. Manages the SFP social media channels.
- Manages and updates the primary resources for fellowships applicants including databases and canvas course content.
- Other duties as assigned.
Fellowships Advising (45%)
- Advises Johns Hopkins undergraduate and graduate students and young alumni on applying for nationally competitive scholarships. Manages a subset of these fellowship opportunities in coordination with the Associate Director.
- Along with other members of the SFP team, develops and conducts workshops to teach skills such as interviewing and personal statement writing to facilitate student self-presentation. Provide targeted workshops and presentations for FLI students via CSS partner programs including the Success Coaching Program in Academic Advising, FLI Network, and JUMP.
- In collaboration with the Associate Director, creates and annually assesses an application process for advising students applying for fellowships.
- Represents Johns Hopkins as an active member within the National Association of Fellowships Advisors.
- Recruit faculty and staff members to serve on campus endorsement committees and practice interviews.
- Serves as a point of contact with scholarship foundations, providing insights into the robust commitment to FLI initiatives at Johns Hopkins University.
- Serve as a prominent voice on issues related to access and inclusion in fellowship advising in a range of forums (social media, conferences, academic journals, etc.).
Fellowships Advising Programming & Events (15%)
- Organizes scholarship endorsement interviews.
- Schedules mock interviews and coordinates events.
- Host and/or assist in delivering workshops for the Center for Student Success (SFP, FLI Network, Hop-In, JUMP) and campus partners.
- Plans and executes celebrations for fellowship applicants and recipients.
Fellowships Advising data management, assessment, and reporting (10%)
- Strategizes with the Associate Director on effective ways to collect, present, and assess SFP data.
- Collaborates with the Office of Assessment and Analysis to prepare ad-hoc and annual reports of services.
- Prepares and updates regular reporting on fellowships’ outcomes (quantitative and qualitative).
- Tracks closely FLI student engagement in fellowships’ application processes closely from initial contact and throughout the application process. Develops assessment and reporting on FLI student satisfaction, academic belonging, and confidence from participating in programming in the National Fellowships Program.
Special Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience working directly with first-generation and low-income students.
- Demonstrated experience in establishing collaborative partnerships across the institution, particularly with faculty and academic departments and programs.
- Knowledge of nationally competitive fellowships, either as an advisor, recipient or participant, is highly desired.
- Demonstrated curiosity and ability to innovate within a complex, decentralized university environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a range of modalities (virtual, in-person) and locations across campus.
- Strong organization, project management, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Must be available and willing to work some evenings/weekends as required for events and programming.
- Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
- Knowledge of a wide variety of different academic fields and of research practices specific to different academic fields is needed.
- Knowledge of strategic planning, counseling, and research needed to support students within historically underserved populations is essential.
- The candidate should also demonstrate the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with individuals from all backgrounds.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree required.
- Three years of related experience required.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Terminal Degree preferred.
- Experience advising students about national fellowships, teaching at the college level, and advising undergraduates, either academic or career, strongly preferred.
Date posted: May 4, 2026
Deadline: The position will remain open until filled.
Salary: $95,000 – $115,000
Position Summary:
Director of Falcon Nexus
This is a civilian position that works for a 501(c)3 non-profit that supports the Air Force Academy. This position does not require military service or graduation from the United States Air Force Academy.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY ASSOCIATION & FOUNDATION
The United States Air Force Academy Association & Foundation (‘Association & Foundation’) believe strongly that the United States Air Force Academy (‘Academy’) is a vital national resource, upholding the invaluable mission of developing leaders of character for our Air Force, Space Force and nation. The Association & Foundation have joined forces to accomplish their complementary missions to actively support these leaders as well as the Academy and its cadets.
The core values of the United States Air Force Academy are Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. These same core values guide the Association & Foundation, as well as our boards and staff.
Association & Foundation – Falcon Nexus (donation funded)
Falcon Nexus, a newly established, Bloomberg Philanthropies-funded initiative in close partnership with the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA).
Falcon Nexus is designed to identify and mentor high-performing, STEM-focused USAFA cadets across their full four-year curricular development. The initiative provides sustained, individualized guidance that integrates academic excellence, experiential learning, and professional formation, with particular emphasis on preparing cadets to compete for elite national and international scholarships and fellowships. Through this longitudinal model, Falcon Nexus strengthens pathways to advanced study and public service in areas critical to national security and technological innovation.
THE OVERVIEW
The Association & Foundation seeks a qualified candidate for the full time, on-site position of Director of Falcon Nexus, who will report directly to the Graduate Studies Director. This is a donation funded position. The Director will be required to be on a Volunteer Services Agreement (VSA) with USAFA.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide overall leadership for Falcon Nexus, shaping strategic vision and translating that vision into executable programs and sustainable structures. To include providing direct supervision, mentorship, and performance evaluation for the Falcon Program Coordinator, ensuring alignment of day-to-day operations with the program’s strategic vision and objectives.
- Lead the integration of Falcon Nexus into the academic and experiential fabric of the Academy, coordinating across academic departments and administrative units.
- Guide selection of high achieving cadets with a STEM-emphasis, and provide mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities, with particular emphasis on graduate studies, public service, and national security-relevant pathways.
- Work closely with the USAFA Martinson Honors Program and the USAFA Graduate Studies offices to ensure Falcon Nexus is fully integrated with honors education and graduate studies advising, including coordinated cadet identification, mentoring, and experiential programming.
- Develop and sustain external partnerships with industry, academia, philanthropic organizations, and national security stakeholders.
- Facilitate graduate level experiential learning.
- Oversee the Falcon Nexus Distinguished Mentorship Program, designed to connect USAFA cadets with external mentors to advance technical depth, research exposure, and professional development within their respective STEM subfields.
- Design and oversee immersive learning initiatives, including applied research, simulations, and other experiential programs aligned with contemporary national security challenges.
- Upon request teach courses within the Director’s disciplinary expertise.
- Serve as the principal steward of the Bloomberg Philanthropies grant, ensuring programmatic coherence, accountability, and measurable impact.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated leadership experience in academic, research, policy, or applied national security environments
- Strong strategic, organizational, and communication skills
- An in-person work requirement
- Occasional travel may be required
- An ability to pass a DBIDS Background check which is required to maintain access to the Association & Foundation’s principal offices on the Academy
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., national security, public policy, STEM discipline, or related area)
- Two or more years instructing or advising students at the college or university setting
- Two or more years of demonstrated experience advising or mentoring students pursuing national or international post-collegiate scholarships
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g., national security, public policy, STEM discipline, or related area)
- 2 plus years instructing or advising at USAFA or another Military Service Academy
- Experience working at the intersection of technology and national security
- Familiarity with higher education, service academies, or military institutions
- Experience mentoring high-performing students or early-career professionals
Date posted: May 4, 2026
Deadline: The position will remain open until filled.
Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 (commensurate with experience)
Position Summary:
Program Coordinator – Falcon Nexus
This is a civilian position that works for a 501(c)3 non-profit that supports the Air Force Academy. This position does not require military service or graduation from the United States Air Force Academy.
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY ASSOCIATION & FOUNDATION
The United States Air Force Academy Association & Foundation (‘Association & Foundation’) believe strongly that the United States Air Force Academy (‘Academy’) is a vital national resource, upholding the invaluable mission of developing leaders of character for our Air Force, Space Force and nation. The Association & Foundation have joined forces to accomplish their complementary missions to actively support these leaders as well as the Academy and its cadets.
The core values of the United States Air Force Academy are Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. These same core values guide the Association & Foundation, as well as our boards and staff.
Association & Foundation – Falcon Nexus (donation funded)
Falcon Nexus, a newly established, Bloomberg Philanthropies-funded initiative in close partnership with the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA).
Falcon Nexus is designed to identify and mentor high-performing, STEM-focused USAFA cadets across their full four-year curricular development. The initiative provides sustained, individualized guidance that integrates academic excellence, experiential learning, and professional formation, with particular emphasis on preparing cadets to compete for elite national and international scholarships and fellowships. Through this longitudinal model, Falcon Nexus strengthens pathways to advanced study and public service in areas critical to national security and technological innovation.
THE OVERVIEW
The Association & Foundation seeks a qualified candidate for the full time, on-site position of Program Coordinator Falcon Nexus, who will report directly to the Director of Falcon Nexus. This is a donation funded position. The Program Coordinator will be required to be on a Volunteer Services Agreement (VSA) with USAFA.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- t the selection of high achieving cadets into the Falcon Nexus cohort with a STEM-emphasis, and provide mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities, with particular emphasis on graduate studies, public service, and national security-relevant pathways.
- Execute the Stamps Leader-Scholar Program, including participation in selection processes, stewardship of program funds (budgeting and reconciliation), coordination of cadet travel, and review and approval of travel applications to ensure compliance with institutional and funding requirements.
- Lead the drafting and coordination of institutional letters of endorsement and manage the timely submission of all application materials required to support cadet scholarship and fellowship competitions.
- Work closely with the Martinson Honors Program and the Graduate Studies offices to ensure Falcon Nexus is fully integrated with honors education and graduate studies advising, including coordinated cadet identification, mentoring, and experiential programming.
- Provide administrative and logistical support for Falcon Nexus, including scheduling, documentation, and correspondence, while tracking compliance requirements, deadlines, and reporting obligations associated with program activities and external funding.
- Coordinate with cadets, faculty, USAFA offices, and external partners to support mentoring, experiential learning, and partnership activities.
- Responsible for maintaining accurate program records, documentation, and data to support assessment and reporting.
- Support event planning, travel coordination, and logistical arrangements related to Falcon Nexus programming.
- Assist the Director by managing operational details, enabling senior leadership to remain focused on high-impact leadership and integration efforts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to provide academic and professional mentorship to cadets
- Demonstrated experience in administrative, program coordination, or operational support roles
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel and experience with financial accounting
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- An in-person work requirement
- Occasional travel may be required
- An ability to pass a DBIDS Background check which is required to maintain access to the Association & Foundation’s principal offices on the Academy
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 2 plus years of experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting academic, nonprofit, or government programs
- Two or more years of experience at USAFA or another Military Service Academy
- Familiarity with higher education or military-affiliated institutions
- Experience coordinating with external partners or managing compliance-related documentation
Date posted: April 10, 2026
Deadline: Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
Salary: $75,000 – $85,000 per year
Position Summary:
The Student Fellowships Director provides overall administration of Hamilton’s national fellowships and scholarships advising program, and oversees all operations in the Student Fellowships Office. The Student Fellowships Office helps Hamilton students and recent alumni connect with transformative experiences and opportunities. The Director helps students explore their academic and co-curricular interests, make informed decisions regarding applying for fellowship/scholarship opportunities, and guide them through the pre/post-application process.
The current portfolio of fellowship opportunities includes overseas and domestic study and research, extended leadership opportunities, teaching opportunities, graduate studies, study abroad, and critical languages study. Awards include, but are not limited to: Beinecke Scholarship, Boren Scholarship and Fellowship, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Critical Languages Scholarship, Freeman-ASIA Scholarship, Fulbright Grant, Gates-Cambridge Scholarship, Gilman Scholarship, Goldwater Scholarship, Humanity In Action, Marshall, Mitchell, Project for Peace, Rhodes, St. Andrew’s, Truman, Udall, Watson Fellowship, the Hamilton College Bristol Fellowship, and the George Watson’s College Teaching Assistantship in Scotland. Hamilton College is a charter member of the National Association of Fellowship Advisors (NAFA 2001), and the Student Fellowships Director position is designed on the NAFA philosophy that the exploration, application, and interview processes are developmental and rewarding to students, whether or not they receive an award. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Include % of time for each Essential Function
Manage the procedures for all internal and external fellowship processes.
Advising and Outreach (80%)
- Promote and advertise opportunities to students (all class years) and alumni through programs, information sessions, guest speakers, outreach events, and webinars; conduct outreach to individual students and to student organizations
- Assess students’ academic profiles, interests, strengths, commitments, and professional trajectory to match students with relevant fellowship/scholarship opportunities
- Provide comprehensive advisement and support to students and recent alumni on all aspects of the application process, including: feedback on writing compelling proposals and personal statements; pre-writing consultations regarding content choice, and how to emphasize fit between student’s skill set and scholarship criteria; close reading of application materials and feedback about organization and proposal feasibility; discuss, in-depth, strategies for highlighting strengths, skills, and qualifications; help applicants to identify strong recommendation writers (and foreign language evaluators, when applicable); and prepare for national interviews
- Advise a rotating six-member Committee regarding application procedures for Fulbright and Watson awards, and others ad hoc; manage all committee application review and interview arrangements
- Organize and participate in fellowship interviews and selection/nomination process
- Write campus committee evaluations and letters of endorsement/nomination
- Manage final nomination process and the submission of all applications
- Conduct on-going recruitment to identify students for whom fellowship and scholarship opportunities may be viable pursuits; outreach efforts are designed to increase awareness of opportunities early in the college experience, and to broaden the applicant pool
- Develop pipelines to identify students through partnerships across campus, including: Faculty, Student Life, Communications, Career Center, Financial Aid, Opportunity Programs, Global Learning, Levitt Center, COOP, Office of Experiential Learning, Academic Resource Centers
- Cultivate relationships with faculty and staff colleagues to identify promising students, mentor students, and write recommendation letters
- Study requirements to understand the nuances, including what makes a competitive applicant, and the application processes for all awards
- Attend workshops and participate in webinars and online information sessions for continued education on best practices for fellowship and scholarship advising
Administration (20%)
- Track scholarship applications and outcomes, and manage student-related data
- Manage all details for Hamilton’s Bristol Fellowship, and the George Watson’s College Teaching Assistantship in Scotland
- Serve as liaison to national fellowships and scholarships foundations
- Invite foundation representatives to campus to conduct information sessions
- Coordinate campus interviews for Watson Foundation representative; and coordinate campus interviews for Bristol family representatives; arrange Bristol Fellowship dinner to recognize most recent returned Bristol Fellow(s)
- Work with Communications office to manage fellowships website, and to recognize students receiving awards
- Coordinate stipend disbursement and reporting processes for Watson, Bristol, and George Watson’s College Teaching Assistantship
- Serve on College committees and perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Master’s degree and experience working with nationally-competitive fellowships and scholarships at liberal arts colleges.
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Comprehensive understanding of the objectives, eligibility requirements, and nuances of individual national awards
- Ability to advise students through the complexities of the application process, and to complete applications that are cohesive narratives and competitive at the national level
- Ability to explain to students the value of the scholarship application process, fit between student and award, and factors that influence competitiveness
- Organizational skills: ability to prioritize work, and manage concurrent and time-sensitive tasks, ability to meet concurrent internal and national deadlines
- Oral and written communication skills, close reading and editing of documents, attention to detail
- Familiarity with academic and co-curricular opportunities, and resources at Hamilton
- Computer skills; ability to navigate many different external web-based systems and online applications, including Embark application systems (Fulbright, Critical Languages Scholarships); Proficiency in MS Office including Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro, PowerPoint
- Ability to take initiative, and work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to work effectively and diplomatically with national foundation directors and award managers
- General awareness of current world events