Fellowship Program
Pallas Foundation is proud to have created the Pallas Fellowship Program to support the education and professional development of emerging leaders from traditionally underrepresented groups in national security. Fellows participate in a paid program where they assist in the day-to-day operations of the firm, provide tailored research, and develop products for clients, all while being immersed in and engaging with the national security and policymaking communities in Washington, DC.
Throughout the program, Fellows have many opportunities to interact with senior officials and officers across the Department of Defense, State Department, National Security Council, Intelligence Community, and other government agencies and offices. They also gain exposure to the broader national security ecosystem and its impact by working with leading technology companies, venture capital firms, and non-profit institutions. Additionally, the Fellows take part in a series of leadership development curriculum throughout the program.
Interested in becoming a Pallas Foundation Fellow? More details can be found here.
Meet the Fellows
Taylor Cameron
Taylor is a Senior at the University of Virginia, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Global Studies with a concentration in Security and Justice and a minor in Computer Science. She is focusing her studies on cybersecurity, particularly in relation to the Russia-Ukraine war. Her previous experience includes software development and various client-facing roles. Taylor looks forward to learning more about emerging technologies and how the private sector interacts with national security through the Foundation Fellowship
Kateryna Halstead
Kateryna is a recent graduate of Johns Hopkins SAIS where she got her M.A. in International Relations, focusing on international security and foreign policy. From her previous roles in the D.C. think tank space, she has experience in OSINT, technology policy, and the Ukraine-Russia conflict. During her time at Pallas, Kateryna is looking forward to further pursuing her interests at the intersection of critical technology, national security, and the role of private enterprise in driving U.S. innovation in a time of global competition. Her other passions include foreign policy, the frontier AI model space, and understanding the modern gray-zone environment.
Alex Klemer
Alexandra holds a master's degree in International Affairs, with a focus on U.S. Foreign Policy and National Security from American University's School of International Service. She received her bachelor's degree in International Relations from the University of Delaware. Previously, Alexandra was a former AmeriCorps member, NYC Office of the Mayor Fellow, and intern with the U.S. Senate, U.S. Department of State, The White House, and the United Nations Development Programme in DC. At Pallas, Alexandra looks forward to expanding her knowledge of public-private partnerships, consulting, and furthering her understanding of national security priorities across the DOD.
Adam Schwarzfarb
Adam is a current student at the Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs, where he is pursuing a Master’s degree in International Affairs with concentrations in International Security Policy, International Conflict Resolution, and a regional focus on the Middle East. He has experience in a number of sectors ranging from healthcare, real estate, and operations management. He is passionate about counterterrorism and the psychology behind diplomacy and decision-making.
Cate Small
Cate recently received her dual-degree Master’s from the University of North Carolina and the University of Gothenburg in Political Science and European Studies. She is interested in international security, transatlantic relations, and international economics. Bringing professional experience in client work and research, Cate hopes to continue building upon those skills at Pallas while learning about the national security landscape.
Anthony J. Tokarz
Anthony J. Tokarz is a graduate student at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), where he is pursuing a Master's of International Affairs with a concentration in International Finance and a Certificate in Russian, Eurasian, and Eastern European Studies. His background encompasses community organizing in the Midwest, political consulting in the European Union, and banking. Anthony has written about transatlantic security, African security, and European defense procurement for various publications, and is writing his thesis on the role of ransomware in Russian foreign policy. At Pallas, Anthony is eager to leverage his expertise in finance, cybersecurity, and emerging tech to deliver impactful solutions for clients.
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