For EDUCATORS

Junior Fellows play a critical role in ARI’s intellectual output, working closely with senior writers and speakers to support large-scale editorial projects that apply Objectivist ideas to cultural, political and legal issues.

Junior Fellows provide research, writing and editing assistance to ARI’s experts and contribute to the development of written and audio-video content. Through their work, Junior Fellows gain experience in key skills and are enabled to grow intellectually and professionally.

While at the Institute, Junior Fellows are expected to drive forward their education in Objectivism by leveraging the opportunity afforded to them by working closely with Objectivist experts. Fellows must be enrolled in ARU if they are not already an OAC graduate.

Junior Fellows who demonstrate substantial growth in their skills and abilities may be invited to extend their fellowship or to join ARI’s staff in a regular full-time position.

The Junior Fellows Program is highly competitive, with limited positions available each year. The ideal candidate possesses these characteristics:

You are committed to having an intellectual career and passionate about the essential activities such a career entails: reading, writing, thinking, communicating, researching and analyzing data and arguments.

You are a serious student of Ayn Rand’s works—and also of the works of other intellectual figures.

You possess at least a bachelor’s degree or—even better—an advanced degree, preferably demonstrating excellent research and writing skills.

You are self-driven, capable of working independently and able to quickly assimilate critical feedback—and you possess a resume that demonstrates these characteristics.

You are enrolled in ARU or have graduated from the Objectivist Academic Center 3-Year Program.

If the Junior Fellows Program appeals to you but you are still pursuing your degree, are undecided on your commitment to an intellectual career, or are building your resume, consider an Internship at ARI instead.