- One- to two-page cover letter explaining career goals and what you hope to gain from and contribute to a public management fellowship with the City of Kansas City, Mo., addressed to Cookingham-Noll Management Fellowship Committee
- Supplemental writing exercise
- Official or unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation, including one from a graduate advisor or instructor and a former work supervisor
Do you only hire fellows from Missouri?
No. Fellows have come from all over the nation. In recent years, fellows have been hired from Kansas, Indiana, Arizona, Ohio, Texas, New York, Washington, Wisconsin, Iowa and Missouri.
Where do fellows work?
Fellows are housed in the City Manager’s Office and Office of Management and Budget, but perform tasks and assignments in a variety of departments and divisions.
Why choose the Cookingham-Noll Fellowship?
The Fellowship has been one of the longest running in the country and has provided a great learning opportunity to more than 100 past participants. Fellows have gone on to rewarding jobs within municipal, state and federal government; private companies; and not-for-profit organizations. Kansas City is committed to making its Fellowship the best around and will make sure its fellows are provided with a great learning experience and meaningful projects.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions about the program?
For additional information about the fellowship program, please contact Katherine Carttar at 816-513-1330, or e-mail cookinghamfellowship@kcmo.org.
