​Application Process

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Our program is designed to attract, develop, and retain talented individuals with an interest in a local government management career. Kansas City is eager to receive applications and submissions from qualified candidates. Qualified Applicants must have completed a Master’s degree in Public Administration or related field by June 2025, or be on a specific graduate-level track that allows for participation in a fellowship program. 

 

Applications and Submissions

The application for the 2025-2027 cohort opened on December 19, 2024 and will close on January 21, 2025.

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Round 1: December - January 

• City Application through kcmo.gov/jobs

• Search "Cookingham Noll Fellow" or "Job ID: 520544" to apply

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Round 2: February - March

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

• Three Reference Contacts

• Policy Analysis Writing Exercise, Max: 3-4 pages, double-spaced

 

Round 3: March - April

• Virtual interview with panel

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Interview and Selection Stage

Applicants who are selected for an interview will be notified. Following the interview process, the chosen candidates are notified within 7-14 days following the interviews. 

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Recruitment Events Calendar

For future events, if your school isn't on our list but wants to be, please contact us directly to schedule an in-person presentation or webinar for your school or program at: alex.freeman@kcmo.org