Students
VPL will accept new Policy Lab applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. If you are a University of Virginia student passionate about policymaking, we would love to hear from you in the meantime. Reach out via email if interested in joining VPL for spring 2026.
Some things you should know:
- We are a new-ish organization on Grounds that started in 2024. Our team this year will continue to shape how VPL operates and we are excited to hear your ideas for how we should operate.
- We are looking for a team of passionate individuals of all skill levels with diverse interests. This organization is for people who want to get involved in the community, think about solving local issues, and see government and policy as a tool for the common good.
- We are a tight-knit community, and all team members have ownership and responsibility in our work.
- Read more about our organization here.
- Contact us with any and all questions at [email protected].
Community Partners
Partners are at the core of our work, and we are eager to collaborate with you to make meaningful progress. Please email us or fill out the interest form below.