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The Next Step in Your Public Policy Career

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Are you a current or recent graduate student looking to advance your career as a public policy professional? Are you motivated by big ideas and a passion for liberalism? Build your public policy portfolio by becoming a Cato research associate.



Eligibility and Application Process

To participate in the Cato Research Associate Program, prospective applicants must possess an undergraduate degree or be currently pursuing or recently have earned a graduate degree in a related field for an existing research associate program placement position.

All prospective Cato research associates must fill out an application to be considered. This includes Stand Together associates, Google fellows, etc.