The nation s most prestigious fellowship for leadership and public service is the White House Fellows Program .
Fellows work closely with leaders in government.
In addition, they have numerous opportunities to interact with leading representatives from the worlds of business, the arts, science and technology, media and politics. Selection Process Candidates must submit a completed fellowship application by February 1 st of the entry year. Candidates will be judged on the basis of their professional, academic, athletic, artistic and other accomplishments, as well as their demonstrated interest in public service. Standards for the selection of White House Fellows are set by the President s Commission on White House Fellowships . The President appoints the members of the Commission.