About the Fellowship

The Colorado Science & Technology Policy Fellowship (STPF) is a nonpartisan program that places scientists, social scientists, engineers, and technical experts in support of the Colorado State Legislature for one- to two-year appointments to ensure the state’s competitiveness in science and technology. 

Colorado faces a myriad of complex scientific and technological challenges, including water resources, air quality, an energy transition, advanced technology, and public health needs. Yet access to reliable scientific and technical expertise demands dedicated resources that are not always readily available to a hybrid legislature. Through the Colorado Science & Technology Policy Fellows program, we can bridge this gap and ensure that scientific information is timely and accessible. 

Colorado Science & Technology Policy Fellows will work with the Colorado State Legislature, directly serving decision makers and gaining first-hand experience in state policymaking processes. Policy Fellows support the legislative branch by evaluating complex scientific issues facing Colorado while tackling the responsibilities of full-time staffers. The Fellows provide direct and continued access to nonpartisan, independent, and objective research and analysis to support evidence-based policy development.