Junior Summer Institute (JSI)
A 6-week academic and leadership experience at top universities that builds graduate school readiness and policy fluency.
PPIA Fellowship Program (Junior Summer Institute)
Ignite your passion for public service through PPIA’s Junior Summer Institute (JSI) — a six-week program where you gain the skills, confidence, and connections to launch graduate studies and a career in public policy and international affairs.
PPIA NextGen Service Corp Policy Academy
Co-designed by PPIA and The Volcker Alliance, this three-week academy spans Washington D.C. and University of California, Berkeley to build the skills and network to launch your public service career.
PPIA Public Service Expo
Discover what’s possible — build your network, connect with top graduate programs and employers, gain guidance, and take the next step toward shaping change in public service.
2025 PPIA Virtual Graduate School Fair
The annual PPIA Virtual Fair provides PPIA's program participants, the nation's top employers, and leading graduate programs the opportunity to forge relationships that result in professional and academic opportunity.
The 2025 Virtual Fair will be held Friday, October 17th, 12:00PM - 3:30 PM CST.
PPIA Impact Report 2025
Cultivating the Next Generation of Public Service Leaders
Mission & Vision
The Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) Program is a national nonprofit committed to building inclusive leadership pipelines in public service.
Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of professionals by expanding access to education, fostering inclusive leadership, and strengthening pathways into public service.
Our vision is a thriving and equitable world uplifted by visionary, inclusive, and compassionate leaders.
National Impact Map
This interactive map showcases the reach of the PPIA Consortium and our national partners.
● Highlighted Sites (Harvard, Princeton, Michigan)
● Immersive Locations (Berkeley, Minnesota, Washington)
● Consortium Schools (Nationwide Network)
Annual Impact Snapshot
300+
JSI Fellows
JSI Fellows
700+
Public Service Weekend Participants
Public Service Weekend Participants
75
Graduate Partners
Graduate Partners
5,000+
Alumni Worldwide
Alumni Worldwide
Program Highlights
Public Service Weekend & Expo
Policy simulations, career panels, and networking opportunities engage hundreds of students annually.
NextGen Service Corps Policy Academy
Co-designed with The Volcker Alliance, this 3-week immersive experience begins in Washington, D.C. and continues at UC Berkeley, University of Minnesota, and University of Washington.
Alumni & Career Impact
“PPIA gave me the foundation and confidence to pursue graduate studies and serve in public office.”
“Through PPIA, I found mentors who shaped my journey into global policy.”
“My PPIA experience built a network of peers and mentors dedicated to civic impact.”
Institutional Partnerships
PPIA works with a national network of graduate schools and collaborators advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in public service education.
Community Engagement
Year-round programs foster belonging, leadership, and civic engagement through virtual and in-person initiatives.
- Virtual access reduces geographic and financial barriers
- Storytelling culture amplifies student and alumni voices
- Digital and in-person programming throughout the year
Looking Ahead
In a time of polarization and urgent social challenges, PPIA remains steadfast — adapting, innovating, and expanding its reach so tomorrow’s public service leaders are prepared to lead with integrity and impact.
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PPIA recognizes the power of networking.
The PPIA Virtual Fair provides a crucial meeting point for hundreds of students and professionals each year to exchange ideas, information, and inspiration.
Benefits for undergraduates & recent postgrads
Attendees of the Virtual Fair receive unparalleled access to decision-makers in the admissions process at the nation's top policy schools and employers in public service.
The registration for students, PPIA Fellows, PPIA Alumni, and other interested attendees closes October 16th, 2025.
Benefits for participating schools & employers
Exhibitors at the Virtual Fair gain access to a wide pool of students and recent graduates seeking schooling, careers, and opportunities in public service.
The registration for exhibitors & sponsors closes October 1st, 2025.
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Our 2024 Exhibitors
- American University, School of Public Affairs
- Brandeis University, Heller School for Social Policy and Management
- Brown University, Watson Institute for International & Public Affairs
- Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College
- Columbia University, School of International and Public Affairs
- Duke University, Sanford School of Public Policy
- George Washington University, Elliot School of International Affairs
- George Washington University, Graduate School of Public Management
- Harvard Kennedy School
- John Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies
- NYU, Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
- Penn State University, School of Public Policy
- Penn State University, School of International Affairs
- Pepperdine University, School of Public Policy
- Princeton School of Public and International Affairs
- Pardee Rand Graduate School
- Seton Hall University, School of Diplomacy
- Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs
- The New School, Milano School of Policy, Management, and Environment
- Texas A&M University, Bush School of Government and Public Service
- Tulane University, School of Professional Advancement
- UC Berkeley, Goldman School of Public Policy
- UC San Diego, School of Global Policy and Strategy
- University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy
- University of Connecticut, School of Public Policy
- University of Michigan, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Government
- University of Southern California, Sol Price School of Public Policy
- University of Wisconsin, La Follette School of Public Affairs
- UT Austin, LBJ School of Public Affairs
- Yale University, Jackson School of Global Affairs