At NobleReach, we believe that securing our nation’s future depends on the strength of our talent and our ability to push the boundaries on innovation. Since launching the NobleReach Scholars Program in 2024, we’ve seen firsthand how emerging technologists—driven by purpose and equipped with cutting-edge skills—can make an immediate impact in federal agencies. Today, I’m proud to share that we are taking a bold next step: expanding the program to include placements in state and local governments across the country. 

This expansion reflects our belief that innovation and service shouldn’t be confined to the federal level. Our Scholars have already been instrumental in shaping initiatives in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and business process innovation. Future scholars can now go where policy meets practice where communities are shaped, where public services are delivered, and where the most pressing challenges are often felt most acutely. 

Meeting Urgent Needs Across America 

State and local governments are the frontlines of public service. These institutions are responsible for the infrastructure we rely on, the health systems we depend on, and the economic development efforts that lift up entire regions. Yet many of these agencies face constraints in both resources and access to technical expertise. By embedding Scholars in these environments, we are answering that need—introducing fresh energy, critical skills, and entrepreneurial thinking into places that will benefit from these partnerships. 

Our Scholars will continue to experience the strong foundation that defines this program. They will participate in our immersive two-week professional development bootcamp in Washington, D.C., before beginning their placements across the country. They will join a mission-aligned cohort that supports and challenges one another throughout the fellowship. And they will be matched with mentors who help guide them as they navigate the complexities of public service 

Our Unchanging Mission 

While the scope of the program is expanding, our purpose remains the same: to help emerging leaders find meaningful, impactful pathways to serve. For recent graduates in technical fields, this new opportunity offers a chance to work on real problems, in real communities, with real stakes. It also offers something rare—an up-close look at how decisions get made and policies get implemented outside the halls of Washington. 

We are currently finalizing placements for our next cohort of Scholars, and we welcome interest from state and local officials eager to host this exceptional talent. 

The Road Ahead 

I couldn’t be more excited about what’s next. By expanding to all levels of government, we’re not just scaling—we’re deepening our impact. We’re building a nationwide network of changemakers committed to innovation, service, and the communities they represent. For recent graduates in technical fields, this is an opportunity to work on problems that matter in communities where the stakes are real and the impact is visible. We are currently finalizing placements for the next cohort of NobleReach Scholars and welcome interest from state and local leaders who are ready to bring this capacity into their institutions. 

State and local agencies interested in hosting a Scholar can visit our website to learn more and connect with us.