📣 Opportunity Title: CDC Evaluation Fellowship Program (Class of 2026)
Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Are you passionate about public health and eager to deepen your evaluation expertise? The CDC Evaluation Fellowship Program (EFP) is now open for applications! This prestigious two-year, full-time fellowship equips emerging evaluation professionals with the skills and experience needed to strengthen public health programs and policies across the United States.
🔍 Brief Introduction
The CDC Evaluation Fellowship Program is a hands-on training and professional development opportunity that places fellows within CDC host programs to conduct real-world evaluations of public health initiatives. Fellows help build evaluation capacity, monitor performance, and improve the effectiveness of programs aimed at promoting better health outcomes.
💼 Benefits of the Opportunity
Participants will gain:
✨ A paid, term-limited federal appointment as a CDC full-time employee (Title 42)
💰 Competitive salary based on education and experience (e.g., GS-11 Step 3 for master’s holders; GS-12 Step 3 for doctoral holders)
📈 Comprehensive employee benefits (medical insurance, sick & vacation leave)
🧠 Professional development funds and training resources
🤝 Mentorship from experienced CDC evaluators and a strong professional cohort network
📍 The chance to impact public health programs at the federal and community levels
Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for eligible applicants.
🎓 Eligibility Requirements
To apply, candidates must:
✔️ Hold a master’s or doctoral degree in public health, behavioral/ social sciences, or a related field
✔️ Have applied program evaluation experience documented through past work or projects
✔️ Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid green card through the fellowship period
✔️ Be willing to relocate within a 50-mile radius of a CDC host site (primarily in Atlanta, GA)
✔️ Be ready to work full-time for 2 years and meet CDC employment suitability requirements
(Note: Fellows are not eligible for remote work.) (CDC)
📝 Application Process
Applicants must submit their application via the CDC’s online portal and are asked to:
📄 Answer questions about education and evaluation experience
📎 Upload a 2-page CV or résumé
🗂 Submit 2 letters of recommendation
📑 Provide transcripts showing highest earned degree
📇 Upload green card documentation (if applicable)
Shortlisted finalists will interview with potential host programs before placement.
👉 Application portal: https://www.cdc.gov/evaluation-fellowship/php/about/index.html (CDC)
🗓 Deadline
📅 February 13, 2026 is the last day to apply for the Class of 2026 cohort.
📞 Contact / More Information
For questions or additional information:
📧 evaluationfellows@cdc.gov
🌐 https://www.cdc.gov/evaluation-fellowship/php/about/index.html (CDC)
💡 Recommended Tips for a Successful Application
✨ Start early — gather recommendation letters and transcripts before the deadline
🖊️ Tailor your personal statement to highlight relevant evaluation work and impact
📊 Showcase practical experience — describe tangible evaluation projects you led or contributed to
📌 Proofread all materials to ensure clarity and professionalism
🎯 Highlight your goals — link how this fellowship supports your long-term career aspirations
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