FAO Schwarz Fellowship

The FAO Schwarz Fellowship is a two-year experience designed for new college graduates interested in social impact leadership careers. Fellows will work in paid, two-year positions with benefits at leading nonprofit host organizations in Boston, New York City, or Philadelphia.

Deadline: February

Value: Fellows will earn between $105,000-115,000* over the course of the two-year Fellowship; All Fellows will receive the same benefits as entry-level employees at their host organization, which will include health insurance and paid time off; Significant professional development training to help launch careers.

• *In Boston and New York City, Fellows will earn $55,000 in their first year and $60,000 in their second year. In Philadelphia, Fellows will earn $50,000 in their first year and $55,000 in their second year.
• Specific benefits, such as retirement plans, vary by host organization and will be detailed on the FAO Schwarz website when Fellowship roles are announced on November 1, 2026.

Eligibility: Applicants for the 2027-2029 cohort must be college seniors graduating between November 2026 and Summer 2027 from an accredited four-year institution at the time of application and be eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the Fellowship

Major: Open to all majors

Nomination: No, but applicants are strongly encouraged to work with the Office of National Fellowships on their applications.

Website: FAO Schwarz