What is Senator Martwick’s Youth Legislative Fellowship?
Senator Martwick’s Youth Fellowship is a chance for high school students to actively get involved in the legislative process. For the duration of the fall and spring semesters, students will work with each other, senate staff, lobbyists, outside interest groups, and the Senator. They will identify, support and advance bills in the Illinois General Assembly after being split into bill groups based on a topic the Senator is bringing to the floor. Along the way, students will meet with elected officials representing every level of government to learn more about how to be an effective source of change in their communities. This will include participation in mock legislative sessions as well as an overnight trip to the Capitol Campus in Springfield, Illinois.
Fellowship Format
Senator Martwick’s Youth Fellowship will meet about three times a month outside of school hours, from September to May. Due to higher than expected interest in our previous edition of the program and the increased scope of our current edition, the fellowship will only be accepting 10 high school students from 11th and 12th grade. Students will submit an application and participate in a interview with our staff as part of the application process. Additionally, students must reside or attend school in the 10th Senate District.
Fellowship Member Requirements
11-12th Grade
Attend a public, private, or home school in the 10th District, or live in the 10th District
Parental Consent
Application Process
Please complete the application form by scanning the QR Code
Application window closes Friday, September 18th
For questions contact jack@senatormartwick.com or (773) 286-1115
