Yale University Tobin Pre-Doctoral Fellows Program 2027–2028: Paid Research Fellowship in the USA

The Tobin Center for Economic Policy at Yale University runs a prestigious pre-doctoral research fellowship for the 2027–2028 cohort. Based in New Haven, Connecticut, the program offers recent bachelor's and master's degree graduates the chance to conduct policy-relevant economic research under the mentorship of leading Yale faculty members. Fellows join a community of approximately 70 pre-doctoral researchers working on critical economic and social challenges, preparing them for doctoral studies at top universities. What you get • Competitive full-time salary and paid research employment at Yale University • Health insurance coverage as a Yale University employee • J-1 visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates • Direct supervision and mentorship from Yale faculty members • Practical training in empirical economics, econometrics, and policy research • Opportunity to audit one course per semester at Yale without tuition (subject to instructor permission) • Weekly seminars, research workshops, and career development activities • Opportunities to work alongside faculty, graduate students, and other pre-doctoral fellows • Research mentorship and experience to strengthen future doctoral applications • Access to Yale's interdisciplinary research community and professional network How to apply 1. Visit the official Yale Tobin Center Pre-Doctoral Fellows Program website 2. Review currently available research positions and faculty project descriptions 3. Identify projects aligned with your academic background, research interests, and technical skills 4. Prepare all required application materials as a single PDF in the specified order 5. Complete the common online application and rank your preferred faculty supervisors 6. Submit additional materials directly to faculty supervisors if required for specific positions 7. Monitor your email for potential interviews or technical assessments

• Bachelor's or Master's degree • Considering pursuing a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related discipline