Department of Local Affairs Best and Brightest Management Fellowship Program

Published: Jan. 14, 2026

The Colorado Department of Local Affairs Best & Brightest Management Fellowship is a two-year paid fellowship placement with a local government for certain current or incoming graduate students. The Fellowship is a partnership with universities including New Directions and local government host communities across Colorado. Exact locations/positions will be announced in February, but you can start familiarizing yourself with the program now and speak with the Director if you think you might want to apply so we can support you through the process. In the past there have been placement options in Denver metro, but more in other more rural or mountain areas of the state--these positions may require relocation with students commuting back to Denver for your weekend classes. Applications due March 1.