Organization Information

Trinity Fellows invites nonprofit organizations to apply to host a Fellow for the upcoming 21-month term. Fellows serve at community-based organizations while earning a master’s degree at ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳. Rooted in ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳’s mission to promote justice and faith through service, the Trinity Fellows Program develops leaders committed to social and economic justice.

Host and student applications are reviewed through a matching process to ensure strong alignment between Fellows and organizations.


Host Organization Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

Organization application and instructions can be found here.


 

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Organization Partners Receive:

Organizations Partners Provide:

  • Ongoing support and resources from Trinity Fellows staff
  • Driven, professional, well-rounded Fellow who is passionate and dedicated to making an impact in the community
  • Long-term placement provides time for Fellow to build capacity and make lasting contributions 
  • Network of supportive ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳ and Milwaukee connections
  • Substantial, meaningful role that provides opportunity for learning and growth
  • Supervisor who is willing to serve as a mentor and coach and identify resources to support Fellow
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Regular feedback and evaluation of Fellows’ performance

Trinity Fellows Host Organization Overview

Trinity Fellows participate in a 21-month study/work program while earning a master’s degree in one of 15 fields at ºÚÁÏÂÛ̳. In addition to full-time graduate studies, Fellows work with a local nonprofit organization—18 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week over the summer.

In order to be elgible student applicants have completed a full-time service term with programs such as the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, Public Allies, or City Year, OR have at least two years of full-time experience at a nonprofit organization.

Fellows are expected to complete their degrees within two years and are required to take three courses focused on urban issues. Learn more about Trinity Fellow's program outcomes.

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Trinity Fellows Core Courses

  • Trends in the Social Sector: Social Innovation and Systems Change
  • The Nature of Cities, Urban Policy and Politics
  • Social Justice, Social Activism
 

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Fees & Terms

Agency Fee

$1,750 per month – a total investment of $36,750 over the 21-month fellowship term.

Fellowship Term

September 2026 – May 2028

Expected Fall Enrollment

12 Fellows 

Contact Info

Natalie Reinbold, Director of Trinity Fellows, natalie.reinbold@marquette.edu, (414) 288-0637


 


2025-26 Host Organizations & Fellow Roles

City Year Milwaukee

Trinity Fellow Role: Site Development Coordinator

Community Advocates

Trinity Fellow Role: Communications and Impact Coordinator

Data You Can Use

Trinity Fellow Role: Community Outreach & Data Communication Coordinator

Harbor District

Trinity Fellow Role: Communications Associate

Medical College of Wisconsin

Trinity Fellow Role: Founding Philanthropic Specialist

Menomonee Valley Partners

Trinity Fellow Role: Communications Associate

Milwaukee County - Department of Children and Families

Trinity Fellow Role: Equity Coordinator

Milwaukee County - Office of Equity

Trinity Fellow Role: Civic and Communications Specialist

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District

Trinity Fellow Role: Community Connector Coordinator

Milwaukee Public Library

Trinity Fellow Role: LibraryNow Project Specialist

Milwaukee Public Library Foundation

Trinity Fellow Role: Data and Storytelling Associate

Milwaukee Riverkeeper

Trinity Fellow Role: Education Coordinator

Milwaukee Succeeds

Trinity Fellow Role: Data Coordinator

Neu-Life Community Development

Trinity Fellow Role: Fund Development Specialist

Outreach for Hope

Trinity Fellow Role: Community Connector Coordinator

PEARLS for Teen Girls

Trinity Fellow Role: Program Strategy Coordinator

Penfield Children's Center

Trinity Fellow Role One: Advocacy & Grants Specialist

Trinity Fellow Role Two: Partnerships and Investment specialist 

Radio Milwaukee

Trinity Fellow Role: Multimedia Journalist

Secure Futures

Trinity Fellow Role: Money Path Partnership Fellow

TBEY Arts Center

Trinity Fellow Role: Fund Development and Communications Coordinator

Urban Economic Development Association

Trinity Fellow Role: Communications and Events Coordinator

Walnut Way

Trinity Fellow Role: Environmental Justice Project Coordinator

WellPoint Care Network

Trinity Fellows Role: Advancement Operations Associate