The Wisconsin Disability Policy Fellowship and Internship Program goal is to provide individuals with developmental disabilities and their families who are passionate about disability rights an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a career in the field of disability policy. Our program offers experiences in policy analysis, advocacy, and community engagement at state agencies, legislative offices and disability advocacy organizations. This is a BPDD project funded through a grant from Common Good Philanthropies.

Who Should Apply?

The Internship Program is open to individuals who live in Wisconsin with developmental disabilities and family members of people with developmental disabilities who are committed to disability rights advocacy.  Individuals with some experience with state or local advocacy, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a team, and has basic knowledge of state and local advocacy. 

What do you need to know?

• The Internship will last 6 months, starting by January 15, 2027, until July 2027.  
• You must live in Wisconsin.
• Interns will work 24 hours a week, during regular business hours of 8-5, Monday-Friday
• Interns will be paid $20 an hour.  Additional funds will be available for travel.
• Interns will be placed at either a state agency, legislative office, or advocacy organization.
• Interns have access to training sessions and workshops that enhance their understanding of disability policy and advocacy.
• Interns will have opportunities to build connections with professionals in the disability policy field.
• Applications are due October 28th, 2026, by 5pm.

You can find out more and apply using this link or clicking the button below: https://wi-bpdd.org/index.php/wi-disability-policy-leadership-program/