CCAI Foster Youth Internship Program 2027 For U.S. Congressional Policy Experience

October 25, 2026

CCAI Foster Youth Internship Program 2027 for U.S. Congressional Policy Experience

Brief Description

The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) is accepting applications for the CCAI Foster Youth Internship Program 2027. Established in 2003, this competitive national initiative invites students and recent graduates with lived experience in foster care to engage directly in federal policy and advocacy. Selected participants work in the Capitol Hill legislative offices of Members of the U.S. Congress, draft an extensive child welfare policy report, and present recommendations directly to leaders across the U.S. Congress, the Presidential Administration, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. If you qualify, this program offers a platform to turn personal insight into direct legislative reform.

Name of Host Institution

Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI)

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Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Lived experience in foster care is strictly required.
Must be a current student or recent graduate.
Demonstrated interest in federal policy and advocacy.
Mandatory full availability for the entire duration of the program, including onboarding and the in-person residency.

Key Responsibilities

Work inside a assigned U.S. Congressional office in Washington, D.C. supporting legislative work.
Research and draft a comprehensive federal child welfare policy report.
Participate in official orientation, advocacy training sessions, and professional networking events.
Present final policy findings directly to officials in Congress, the Administration, and the Department of Health and Human Services.

Location

Washington, D.C., United States (following initial remote preparatory onboarding).

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Duration

February 1, July 23, 2027 (Remote onboarding runs from February 1, May 28; Washington, D.C. residency runs from May 31, July 23).

Salary

Participants receive a monthly stipend during the remote preparatory period (February 1, May 28) and a weekly stipend during the in-person Washington, D.C. placement (May 31, July 23).

Benefits

The program covers major travel and living expenses, including roundtrip transportation to and from Washington, D.C., assigned dormitory-style housing in Washington, D.C., and local public transportation costs for daily commutes to congressional offices. Interns cover smaller personal expenses.

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Deadline

November 1, 2026 (Part 1 online application).

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Q: Who is eligible for the CCAI Foster Youth Internship Program 2027?

The program is open to students and recent graduates who have lived experience in the U.S. foster care system and are available for the entire program period.

Q: What housing and expense support does CCAI provide during the internship?

CCAI covers assigned dormitory housing in Washington, D.C., travel to and from D.C., local transit passes, and provides monthly stipends during remote training and weekly stipends while in D.C.

Q: When does the 2027 internship take place?

The remote onboarding runs from February 1 to May 28, followed by the Washington, D.C. congressional placement from May 31 to July 23.