**Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities’ National Internship Program (HNIP)

Tel: (210) 692-3805 Tel: (202) 467-0893 Web Site: http://www.hacu.net

Cost: For the Summer of 2000, the cost of an HNIP graduate/law or undergraduate intern is $8,500. The cost covers the intern’s round-trip transportation to Washington, D.C., or to the intern’s field site; emergency medical insurance; and a weekly stipend ranging from $390 to $510. Although HACU arranges for interns to be housed in university/college dormitories, interns are responsible for paying the rent.

Internship Period(s): For a 10 week period beginning in June 5 and ending in August 11, 2000. In addition, internships are available during the fall and spring semesters. Please call HACU to get more information about the fall and spring programs.

Application Deadline: The deadline for departments/agencies wishing to participate in the HNIP program is April 24, 2000. The application deadline for students desiring a placement in Washington, DC, or to participate in the HNIP summer program is March 1, 2000. For the summer of 2000, HACU would like to have agencies make their requests between March 15-May 1, 2000. Early requests are encouraged.

Geographic Availability: HNIP places interns nationwide, in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and Puerto Rico.

Selection Process: Applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale, receive one letter of recommendation from an advisor or professor, be enrolled as a graduate or undergraduate student and provide HACU with a résumé. Selection is based upon academic performance, community and campus involvement, work experience and the ability to participate in the program. HACU provides at least three applicants for each position requested by the participating agency/department. Agencies/departments, however, make all final selection decisions.

Orientation Session/Training: Orientation is conducted the weekend before they begin their

work assignments. During orientation, HACU provides a keynote speaker, presentations on the structure of the federal government, and information pertaining to housing and other employment matters. HACU also provides interns with various enrichment activities, seminars and requires interns to undergo a mid-summer evaluation.

E-mail: karens@twc.edu

Webpage: http://www.twc.edu

Cost: While there is no cost to departments/agencies, we strongly encourage these department or agencies to provide financial assistance to the interns to help defray the costs that they incur to participate in this Program. For the Summter Term of 2000, these costs include a $2,190 program fee and $2,395 for housing. Additionally, the interns are responsible for round-trip transportation to Washington, DC, local transportation, and meals.

Internship Period: Available during the summer term.

Application Deadline: The Washington Center recommends that departments/agencies participating secure interns two to three weeks before the internship is scheduled to begin. For students, application deadlines vary. However, the Washington Center encourages early applications because some agency placements have their own early deadlines and require advance application to complete security clearance. Agencies with specific deadlines or security clearances need to inform the Program Manager so that requests can be most effectively met.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Most locations are Metro accessible.

Selection Process: To be eligible, applicants must be currently registered at an accredited school of law and have completed at least their first year of law school at the time of their internship.

Applicants must submit a completed application form; a personal goals and issues essay; an internship request statement; a legal writing sample; two letters of recommendation; an official transcript; a résumé; a check or money order for the non-refundable $60 application fee; and a completed housing agreement. Selection is based upon the students commitment to experiential learning and the sponsoring institution's dedication to the student's success completing the semester. Final selection decisions are made by the participating department/agency in consultation with the intern.

Orientation Session/Training: In addition to a four day work week, interns have the opportunity to attend the following enrichment activities: the Washington Forum Presidential Lecture Series; Washington Forum Capital Hill Breakfast Series; and academic evening courses.

E-mail: CHCI@CHCI.ORG or pzavala@hq.chci.org

Web Site: http://www.chci.org

Cost: There is no cost to participating agencies, departments, congressional offices/committees, media organizations, national advocacy groups and government related institutions. Selected fellows, however, receive round-trip transportation to and from Washington, DC, within the United States, health insurance coverage and a stipend of $2,061 per month from the CHCI. This program is designed for recent college graduates (at any level & within one year of graduation) and for currently enrolled graduate students interested in pursuing careers in public policy.

Fellowship Period: The program is conducted nine months out of the year for 36 weeks from early September to late May.

Application Deadline: Usually early March; however, the exact date varies. If your office is interested in accepting a fellow, please contact the Program Coordinator.

Geographic Availability: Washington, DC.

Selection Process: Fellows must demonstrate active community involvement and participation Through public service, excellent communication and analytical skills, an interest in pursuing a career in public policy and a cumulative GPA of 3.0, or above, on a 4.0 scale. Students must submit the Fellowship application, which is available during the winter by calling, writing, or e-mailing CHCI. The application is also posted on the CHCI’s Web Site during the winter. The application package includes an application form, a résumé, three reference forms (from a professor, a community leader, and an employer), and the official transcripts. Telephone interviews are conducted for semi-finalists.

Orientation Session/Training: Upon arrival in September, fellows attend a 1-week orientation to introduce them to CHCI, the program requirements, and the special nature of work in Washington, DC. Special emphasis is devoted to team-building workshops to prepare fellows for the experience ahead.  

http://www.pmi.opm.gov

Appointment: This program is designed for outstanding master’s and doctoral-level students, who complete or expect to complete their advanced degrees (master’s or doctoral) from an accredited college or university during the current academic year. For example, students applying for the 1999 PMI Program must complete all of their graduate-level degree requirements between September 1, 1999 and August 31, 2000. PMIs enter the civil service at the GS-9 grade level, and are eligible for promotion to a GS-11 during the second year. Upon completion of the 2-year internship, PMIs are eligible for noncompetitive conversion to career or career-conditional status, and are eligible for promotion to a GS-12. (See also 5 C.F.R. §1362). U.S. citizenship is required for conversion to permanent career or career-conditional employment. Presidential Management Interns (PMIs) require full-time equivalent positions. Although PMIs count against hiring ceilings, they are appointed through excepted service under 5 C.F.R. 213.3102(ii). As Federal employees, PMIs are entitled to all civil service benefits, such as health and life insurance, retirement/investment plans, annual and sick leave, and assistance for career development.

Internship Period(s): PMIs receive a two-year appointment which can begin between May 1 and December 31 of each year. Federal agencies may also request OPM approval for an extension of an Internship for a 3rd and final year.

Application Deadline: Participating agencies/departments must make PMI appointments by December 31 of the year in which the interns were selected as finalists. However, agencies/departments may decide to begin PMI appointments on May 1. Students applying to the PMI Program must have their applications postmarked by October 31 every year.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and throughout the United States.

Selection Process: In order to apply, applicants must receive the nomination of the dean, director or chairperson of their graduate academic program. To be eligible for nomination students must demonstrate: exceptional academic achievement; a capacity for leadership; the potential for future professional growth; and a commitment to a career in the analysis and management of public policies and programs. Non-citizens may be eligible for employment if permitted by a Federal agency’s appropriation act and they are eligible to work under U.S. immigration laws. Honorably discharged veterans that served on activity duty in the United States military may be eligible for Veterans’ Preference. For further information regarding veterans’ preference contact OPM at (912) 757-3000.

Orientation Session Training: The Office of Personnel Management provides PMIs with an orientation session and graduation ceremony. In addition, PMIs are allowed to attend seminars, briefings and conferences at their agencies’ expense.

E-mail: MLFP@twc.edu

Web: http://www.twc.edu

Cost: There is no cost to departments/agencies participating in the MLFP. Interns, however, are responsible for round-trip transportation to Washington, DC, local transportation, and meals. The program fee, which is paid by the students or their sponsoring home institution, for the Summer Term of 2000, is $2,895 and for the 2000 Fall Semester is $3,390. The Washington Center guarantees coverage of students’ housing fees. To be considered for financial assistance, students must reside in Washington, Center housing.

Internship Period(s): Fellowships are available in the fall and spring semester for 15 week time periods, while summer internships are held for a 10 week period.

Application Deadline: Participating departments/agencies should secure interns at least three weeks before the internship begins. Application deadlines for fellowships vary according to the semester/term in which the applicant wishes to participate. However, deadlines are typically two months before internships begin.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Selection Process: To apply students must be: a citizen or permanent resident of the United States; an African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic-American, Native-American, or Pacific-Islander; enrolled in a two or four-year accredited institution of higher education and preferably a second semester sophomore at the time of the program; in good academic standing at your college/university and have demonstrated academic achievement (however, the student’s grade point average does NOT play a major role in the selection process); able to demonstrate personal initiative and an active role in campus or community affairs, maturity and a desire to serve the welfare of your community and the nation.

 Orientation Session/Training: The Washington Center requires fellows to attend an academic course that meets one evening each week and develop a portfolio to document their experience, which is evaluated at the end of the program. Fellows also attend a Monday afternoon lecture series, a Monday morning series of seminar activities, a Capitol hill breakfast lecture series, and an Embassy Visits program. Additionally, Fellows work 4 days per week at any agency during the duration of the program.

Web: http://www.twc.edu

E-Mail: info@twc.edu

 Cost: There is no cost to departments/agencies participating in The Washington Center Legal Internship Program. Interns, however, are responsible for round-trip transportation to Washington, DC, local transportation, and meals. The program fee, which is paid by the students or their college or university, for the Summer Term of 2000, is $2,895 and for the 2000 Fall Semester is $3,390. Financial aid awards, which are applied first to housing, are available to selected students covered by a state initiative financial assistance program. Housing costs are $2,395 for the 2000 Summer Term and is $3,195 for the 2000 Fall Semester. To receive financial assistance, students must reside in Washington Center housing.

Internship Period: Internships are available during the summer, fall and spring semesters, including academic institutions that run on quarter systems.

Application Deadline: The Washington Center recommends that departments/agencies participating in the Legal Internship Program secure interns at least two to three weeks before the internship is scheduled to begin. For students, application deadlines vary. However, the Washington Center encourages early applications because some agency placements have their own early deadlines and require advance application to complete security clearance. Agencies with specific deadlines or security clearances need to inform the Program Manager so that requests can be most effectively met.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Most locations are Metro accessible.

 Selection Process: To be eligible for The Washington Center's Legal Internship Program, applicants must: be enrolled in an accredited college or university as a second semester sophomore or above; maintain a grade point average of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale--however, higher grade point averages are required for some placements; remain enrolled in and receive credit from their college/university for their participation; and receive the endorsement of their campus liaison or faculty sponsor. Applicants must also submit: a completed application form; a personal goals and issues essay; an internship request statement; two letters of recommendation; an official transcript; a résumé; a check or money order for the non-refundable $60 application fee; and a completed housing agreement. Selection is based upon the students commitment to experiential learning and the sponsoring institution's dedication to the student's success completing the semester. Final selection decisions are made by the participating department/agency in consultation with the intern.

Orientation Session/Training: In addition to a four and a half day work week, interns attend the following enrichment activities: the Washington Forum Presidential Lecture Series; Washington Forum Capitol Hill Breakfast Series; Embassy Visits Program; an academic evening course; and a variety of Monday afternoon tours, site visits, etc. The program also requires interns to maintain a portfolio, which is graded by a Program Manager to document their learning experience.

E-mail: kravitz-betsy@pcepd.gov

Website: http://www.pcepd.gov

Cost: Interns are hired and paid salaries by Federal government departments/agencies and private sector employers. While some Federal departments/agencies require full-time equivalent (FTE) slots to hire these students, others only need to have available funds. Interns are paid according to their level of education and employment experience. Most enter the civil service between the GS-2 and GS-9 grade levels. Department/agencies may offer participants permanent positions if they are graduating seniors or graduate students. Interns are responsible for transportation, meals, and housing. Upon request, however, the WRP reserves housing for Washington, DC interns.

 Internship Period(s): Most WRP internships begin in May or June, and end in August or September.

Application Date Line: While there is no official deadline for participating agencies, most job offers are extended by June 1. To participate in the WRP, students must be interviewed on a college/university campus within a five week time period between the end of January and the end of February.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available in Washington DC and throughout the United States.

Selection Process: Applicants must: have a severe disability; be a United States citizen; and be enrolled at an accredited two or four college/university or graduate program on a substantially full-time basis seeking a degree or have graduated within the past 6 months. Applicants must submit a Federal employment application form (e.g., an OF 612 or a 171 form or a résumé), a supplemental information form and WRP referral agreement prior to an interview. After the interview, job ready candidates are entered into a database. First line supervisors are encouraged to contact interviewers to receive additional information about WRP participants. Because WRP does not track job offers, applicants are responsible for pursuing any job offers they receive. Final hiring decisions are made by participating departments/agencies.

Recruitment Process: College career counselors or disability student services providers who would like to schedule a recruitment trip to their campuses in 2001 should contact Betsy Kravitz. Due to limited staff resources, the President’s Committee cannot respond to direct student inquiries.

Orientation Session/Training: The WRP provides no orientation. However, interns are encouraged to participate in seminars and activities organized by participating agencies.

Reasonable Accommodations: Questions regarding reasonable accommodations should be directed to the Job Accommodation Network (JAN) at 1-800-526-7234.

Web Page: http://www.whitehousefellows.gov

Cost: Currently, most White House Fellows require full-time equivalent (FTE) positions and therefore, May count against department/agency hiring ceilings. Changes regarding FTE position requirements, however, are under discussion. Consultation between the Commission, participating departments/agencies, and prospective fellows determines job assignments. Fellows receive a salary and benefit package from the department/agency to which they are assigned. Compensation is commensurate with the federal pay grade GS-14, step 3. Fellowships are for one year.

Internship Period(s): Each year, fellowships begin on September 1, and end on August 31.

Application Deadline: By May of each year, all departments/agencies desiring to participate in the White House Fellows Program must express their intent to the Commission. Agencies then receive a list of finalists in June, which they can use to interview and extend offers to the Fellows. The application deadline for candidates is February 1.

Geographic Availability: Washington, DC.

Selection Process: To be eligible, applicants must: be a U.S. citizen; not be a Federal government employee ( with the exception of career military personnel), or hold an official state or local office during their fellowship year. While there are no formal educational requirements or age restrictions, the fellowship program seeks to provide young men and women with Federal government experience early in their careers. Applicants must submit: a completed application form; index cards with specified information; three to five references; and numerous essays.

Orientation Session/Training: The White House Fellowship Program consists of an Education Program. As part of the Education Program, fellows meet with leaders in fields in and outside their respective job assignments, travel to other U.S. cities, domestic military bases and foreign countries to participate in public policy discussions.

Famous White House Fellows: The White House Fellows Program is the most prestigious fellowship for leadership development and public service. Past White House Fellows include Colin Powell and Julia Taft, Assistant Secretary of State.

 **Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies’ Summer Internship Program

Cost: There is no cost to Congressional offices and Federal departments/agencies participating in APAICS’ Summer Internship Program. Interns, however, receive a $2,500 stipend from APAICS and are expected to make their own travel and housing arrangements.

Internship Period(s): Internships are conducted from June 19 to August 11, 2000.

Application Date Line: Participating departments/agencies are encouraged to secure interns by the end of April. The application deadline is March 14, 2000.

Geographic Availability: Washington, DC.

Selection Process: In order to apply, applicants must be currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students with an interest in public policy issues and Asian Pacific American community affairs; U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents; able to demonstrate leadership abilities and excellent oral and written communication skills; and have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must also provide a one-page résumé, a current official transcript and two letters of recommendation (one from a professor and the other from an employer or community leader). Although APAICS’ staff initially screens applications, the Selection Committee, which is composed of APAICS’ board members and local supporters, makes final internship decisions. Selection is based on the applicant’s grade point average, writing skills evidenced by requested essays and community involvement.

Orientation Session/Training: To assist interns in the acclimation process to Washington, DC, APAICS Institute hosts an orientation upon their arrival. APAICS also conducts workshops, luncheons and encourages interns to attend weekly conferences conducted by the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership.

Tel: (202) 223-5500

E-Mail: oca@ocanatl.org

Web Site: http://www.ocantl.org

Cost: There is no cost to Congressional offices and agencies participating in the OCA‘s Public Internships. Interns receive a $2,000 stipend from OCA for 10 weeks of full time work. Interns are also responsible for transportation to and from Washington, DC, and housing.

Internship Period(s): Internships are available in the Spring, Summer and Fall for 10 weeks of full-time work.

Application Deadline: There is no deadline for participating agencies or Congressional Offices desiring to secure an OCA intern. For students, the application deadline is as follows: Spring, mid-November; Summer, mid-March; and for the Fall, mid-July.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available only in Washington, DC.

 Selection Process: In order to be eligible for OCA Congressional and Government Internships, applicants must be an undergraduate or a graduate student; demonstrate an interest in public affairs; possess oral and written communication skills; commit to work for a minimum of 10 weeks; and be a OCA member or a College Affiliate member. Applicants must also provide OCA with a completed application form, résumé, one page essay of why s/he desires to participate in the internship program, academic transcript and two letters of reference. OCA’s Selection Committee makes all final internship decisions and places particular emphasis on the applicant’s communication skills and commitment to issues affecting the Asian American community.

Orientation Session/Training: OCA provides interns with an orientation upon their arrival to Washington, DC, and hosts luncheons throughout the internship period. In addition, OCA encourages interns to attend conferences held by the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL).

E-mail: ggibson@american.edu

Web Site: http://www.american.edu/other.depts/wins

Cost: The cost to participate in the WINS program is $8,500 for per intern in FY-00. The cost covers: the interns tuition; round trip travel to Washington, DC; local transportation; housing; a meal plan; costs associated with social and cultural activities and a stipend of $200 per week. Interns, however, are responsible for incidental expenses for non-program activities, such as medical care and independent social activities. Students will receive six credit hours for participating in this program.  

 Internship Period: For an eight week period beginning on June 12th and ending on August 4, 2000. The students will arrive in Washington, DC on June 4, for a full week of orientation before being placed in an intern position.

 Application Deadline: The deadline for departments/agencies desiring to participate in WINS is the first week is February 29, 2000. The application deadline for students is April 1, 2000.

Geographic Availability: While recruitment is nationwide, placement is in Washington, DC Metropolitan Area.

Selection Process: In order to participate in WINS, an applicant must be an American Indian or an Alaska Native, at least an undergraduate sophomore or graduate student enrolled in a college or university, and be in academic good standing. Applicants must submit: a completed WINS application form; an essay (minimum 500 words) on why they would like to participate in the WINS program; a nomination letter from a member of the applicant’s nation or tribal council or an official from the applicant’s nation or tribal education department; a recommendation letter from a faculty member at the applicant’s respective college or university; a résumé; and an official copy of the most recent transcript.

Orientation Session/Training: Interns are enrolled in the Washington Public Policy Leadership Seminar in Tribal Issues at American University and receive six (6) credits hours. In addition, interns attend seminars and are required to design and write a model proposal for the funding of a project within their respective communities, with the guidance of WINS faculty.

Web Site: http://www.inroadsinc.org

Cost: The cost to participate in the INROADS Internship organization is $3,000 plus the wages earned by interns. Wages are commensurate with the intern’s educational level and typically range between the GS-3 and GS-7 grade levels. For example, using January 1997 salary information, a GS-5 intern for a 10-week period would cost $7,020 ($3,000 + $4,020), while a GS-7 intern would cost $7,980 ($3,000 + $4,980). While some agencies require full-time equivalent (FTE) slots to hire interns, others just need to have funds available. To hire interns, departments/agencies may use sole source contracts. If, however, the sole source contract exceeds $25,000, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) §5.101 requires the department/agency to advertise in the Commerce Business Daily.

Internship Period: INROADS prefers to finalize all internship placements between early March and the end of April. Summer internships are typically 10 weeks and begin and end according to the interns educational schedule.

Application Deadline: Student recruitment for the INROADS Internship organization ends in December of each year. Some INROADS affiliate locations may extend this period into February.

Geographic Availability: While INROADS/Greater Washington, Inc., places interns only in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, interns are available in over 50 affiliate offices around the country; in Toronto, Canada; in Mexico City, Mexico; and, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Since the interns hired in the respective metropolitan areas usually live and attend school in the area, housing and transportation during the internship session are not necessary.

Selection Process: To participate in the INROADS Internship organization, students must be pursuing a degree at an accredited four-year college or university, remain in good academic standing and maintain the minimum grade point average set by their INROADS affiliate. INROADS recruits students who have a 3.0 or better grade point average, an ACT score 20 or a combined SAT score of 900 or better, and rank within the top 10% of their class. Selection preference is given to African American, Native American and Hispanic American students who are high school graduating seniors, college freshmen and college sophomores. To match students with client organizations, INROADS uses a specification form identifying organizational needs and conducts pre-screening interviews. Final intern selections, however, are made by participating organizations.

Orientation Session/Training: INROADS interns receive year-round personal coaching and formalized training by INROADS staff. During the summer, interns participate in INROADS’s Leadership Development Institute that provides professional career development training based upon core competency areas in communication, self/time management, business sophistication, and management/leadership skills. Intern academic progress is monitored through monthly coaching sessions with an INROADS staff advisor and the collection of college transcripts. Each intern receives agency advice through a volunteer mentor and is evaluated twice during each summer (mid-summer and end-of-summer) to assure peak performance.

E-Mail: amickle@minorityaccess.org or mgoldsborough@minorityaccess.org

Cost: The cost to participating departments/agencies for a Minority Access intern in FY-00 ranges from $8,500 to $11,025, depending on the term of the internship and the requirements of the departments/agencies. The cost per intern is the same for an undergraduate or graduate student. The cost covers round trip travel expenses to Washington, DC, or the intern’s work site, a stipend commensurate with the intern’s educational level and training. In addition, Minority Access assists interns in locating housing. Most students are responsible for paying housing costs. Since interns are technically Minority Access employees, they do not require full-time equivalent (FTE) positions and do not count against hiring ceilings. Pursuant to the Federal Grant and Cooperative Act (FGCAA), departments/agencies with grant awarding authority can hire interns by entering into a cooperative agreement with Minority Access, Inc. (31 U.S.C. § 6301). Alternatively, departments/agencies without grant awarding authority can utilize sole source contracts. If, however, a sole source contract exceeds $25,000, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) § 5.101 requires a notice to be published in the Commerce Business Daily. Departments/agencies interested signing interagency agreements for the transfer of funds or in obtaining additional information pertaining to these interagency agreements should contact Carin Otero, from the U.S. Department of Commerce, at (202) 482-4115. Cost for this program may vary if you sign an interagency agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Internship Period(s): Summer internships are for 10 weeks, beginning near the first week of June and ending in August. In addition, Minority Access administers internships in the fall and spring.

Application Deadline: There is no deadline for departments/agencies desiring to participate in the Minority Access internship program. However, it is requested that agencies inform Minority Access of their intentions by April 1 for the summer program. For students, the application deadline for the summer internship is March 1 of each year. Please contact Minority Access for the fall and spring program information.

Geographic Availability: Minority Access places interns nationwide and in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Selection Process: Applicants must: have a minimum 3.0 grade point average or the grade point average required by the selecting agency; be a United States citizen; and be a sophomore, junior, senior undergraduate or graduate student. Additionally, applicants must submit a completed Minority Access’ application, a transcript, a letter of recommendation from a faculty advisor or current instructor, a one page essay describing her/his reasoning for desiring to participate in the program and a résumé.

Orientation Session/Training: Prior to the beginning of the internship, Minority Access hosts an orientation. During orientation, Minority Access provides interns with employment and general information. Interns are provided details regarding their work sites prior to orientation. In addition, Minority Access hosts career development seminars, arranges tours and other social events.

E-mail: WIPP@twc.edu

Web: www.twc.edu

Cost: There is no cost to departments/agencies participating in the WIPP Program. Interns, however, are responsible for round-trip transportation to Washington, DC, local transportation, and meals. The program fee, which is paid by the the students or their college or university, for the Summer Term of 2000, is $2,895 and for the 2000 Fall Semester is $3,390. Students in this program are guaranteed a minimum of $1,000 in financial assistance from The Washington Center, though some awards may be higher if a student qualifies for a state-based financial assistance award. To be considered for financial assistance, students must live in Washington Center housing. Scholarship awards are first applied to the Washington Center’s housing fee, which is $2,395 for the 2000 Summer Term and $3,195 the 2000 Fall Term. However, please call the Washington Center to get the current program and housing fees.

Internship Period: Internships are available during the summer, fall and spring semesters, including academic institutions that run on quarter systems.

Application Deadline: The Washington Center recommends that departments/agencies participating in the WIPP Program secure interns two to three weeks before the internship is scheduled to begin. For students, application deadlines vary. However, the Washington Center encourages early applications because some agency placements have their own early deadlines and require advance application to complete security clearance. Agencies with specific deadlines or security clearances need to inform the Program Manager so that requests can be most effectively met.

Geographic Availability: Internships are available in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Most locations are Metro accessible.

Selection Process: To be eligible for the WIPP Program, applicants must: be enrolled in an accredited college or university as a second semester sophomore or above; maintain a grade point average of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale--however, higher grade point averages are required for some placements; remain enrolled in and receive credit from their college/university for their participation; and receive the endorsement of their campus liaison or faculty sponsor. Applicants must also submit: a completed application form; a personal goals and issues essay; an internship request statement; two letters of recommendation; an official transcript; a résumé; a check or money order for the non-refundable $60 application fee; and a completed housing agreement. Selection is based upon the students commitment to experiential learning and the sponsoring institution’s dedication to the student’s success completing the semester. Final selection decisions are made by the participating department/agency in consultation with the intern.

Orientation Session/Training: In addition to a four day work week, interns attend the following enrichment activities: the Washington Forum Presidential Lecture Series; Washington Forum Capitol Hill Breakfast Series; Embassy Visits Program: WIPP academic evening course; and Monday Morning Seminars with the other students participating in the Women in Public Policy Program. The WIPP Program also requires interns to maintain a portfolio, which is graded by a Program Manager, to document their learning experience.

Cost: The cost to participating departments/agencies for a summer intern is $7,580, but the price may vary depending on whether travel or housing are required. The cost includes ORAU administration. Participants are not considered employees of the department/agency or ORAU, but are administratively associated with ORAU through a letter agreement and a terms of appointment.

Internship Period: Summer internships are for 10 weeks, beginning in the first week of June and ending in August. Internships are also available during the academic semester on a full time and part-time basis.

 Application deadline: The deadline for ORAU to receive applications from students is February 25, 2000, for the summer term. However, ORAU will work with agencies that have special needs at any time during the year. For additional information, call Linda Holmes, Group Manager, at (865) 576-3192, or via e-mail at holmesl@orau.gov.

Geographic Availability: ORAU recruits and places interns nationwide.

Selection Process: To be eligible for the Internship Program, applicants must be undergraduates enrolled in U.S. colleges or universities, and must be U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens. In addition, applicants must submit a completed application, a transcript, two letters of recommendation and a description or research interest and career plans. While ORAU screens all applications, the agency makes final selections. Selection is based upon the applicant’s interest, academic achievements, and the needs of agencies.

Orientation Session/Training: ORAU provides interns with an internship handbook and guidance on writing résumés, and administers a personality typing indicator test to help interns maximize their interpersonal relationships for a successful internship experience. ORAU conducts evaluations near the end of the appointment in order to determine the success of the program and to obtain feedback for improvement.