Fellowships Available in Senator Grassley’s State Offices

Veterans can face challenges reintegrating into society after leaving military service. Senator Grassley recognizes their civic-minded call to duty continues long after their tour of duty ends. In 2015, he made available fellowship opportunities in his state offices to strengthen his efforts to better serve Iowa veterans by tapping into the expertise and experience of those who have served our country in uniform. Since then, veterans fellows have served in Senator Grassley’s state offices in Des Moines and Cedar Rapids. The fellows serve as a liaison with the veterans community in Iowa during the term of the fellowship and as community outreach officers between Iowa veterans and the senator's office.

The fellows foster relationships with local employers, veterans and veterans service organizations on the senator's behalf, including with County Veterans Service Officers, the National Guard, the US Army Reserve, the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown and the federal Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals and clinics across the state. Likewise, the fellows have the opportunity to learn more about working in Senator Grassley’s state offices, as they assist with constituent correspondence and casework. Senator Grassley appreciates the experiences and expertise that returning service members offer to help identify needs and challenges that veterans face integrating back into their communities and resolving issues with federal agencies. To learn more, contact Senator Grassley’s office in Des Moines at (515) 288-1145. Hours are flexible and a stipend is available. 

Stars of Valor Program

The U.S. Senate also sponsors employment opportunities for veterans and their family members through fellowship programs for eligible veterans discharged within the last five years; wounded or disabled veterans; active-duty military spouses; and, Gold Star Families. The two-year, paid fellowships honor their patriotic commitment, enabling veterans to continue their service through employment in a U.S. Senate office and gain professional development along the way. Interested candidates can apply online through the Stars of Valor website.

Senator Grassley is proud Iowa veteran Clayton Brown, a native of Bondurant, was selected as the first McCain-Mansfield Fellowship Program, one of three veterans fellowships offered by the U.S. Senate. Clayton served in Senator Grassley’s Des Moines office during his fellowship.

Learn more about Clayton’s experience, in his own words.