A 15 week internship program working in Congressional and corporate offices in Washington D.C. Students also earn academic credit hours from the George Washington University. Students will work on project-based programs that provide hands-on experience and also strengthen their understanding of Public Policy. The program takes place in the spring and in the fall semester of each year. Read more here: http://www.chli.org/?page=PaidInternships
Benefits
- Round-trip airfare to Washington D.C.
- Housing accommodations through WISH, Paid in-full by CHLI ( http://www.internsdc.com )
- $2,000 living stipend
- $60 monthly transportation stipend
- Enrollment at the George Washington University Semester in Washington Program (http://www.semesterinwashington.gwu.edu)
Eligibility
- Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Legal Permanent Residents
- Participants must be enrolled in a four-year university and are either in their Junior of Senior year of their undergraduate studies, or students must be a recent graduate. ( Within one year of the start of the program)
- Strong interest in the U.S. Hispanic and Portuguese Community
Required Documents for Application
- Online application
- Cover letter
- Unofficial transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- Legislative analysis
Applications are now open and due by December 09, 2016. Please read below and submit all required documents into the form below for your application to be considered complete.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be Juniors, Senior, or within one (1) calendar year of graduation
- Applicants must be enrolled or recently graduated from a 4-year college or university
- Applicants must be fully available for program dates and complete the entire semester
- Preference given to applicants of Hispanic, Latino, and/or Portuguese decent
Required Documents
- Online application
- Cover letter
- Unofficial transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- Legislative analysis
Application Instructions
You must complete the online application provided below, supporting documents must be submitted by December 9, 2016; There are no exceptions.
Please save all required documents into one PDF document labeled Lastname_Firstname_GL_S2017_Application and attach to the form below.
- Online Application (below)
- Cover letter:
Submit a one-page cover letter describing what you hope to gain from the program - Unofficial Transcripts:
Must include all semesters for which grades have been awarded at all colleges or universities attended. - Two letters of recommendation:
From a professor or an employer are required. Letters must be included with your supporting documents. - Resume:
Must include educational and employment background as well as extracurricular activities and special awards/honors. - Personal statement:
In approximately 800 words describe your family, work, educational and community experience that led you to apply to the CHLI Global Leaders Program. How do these experiences relate to your long-term goals? How will you continue your leadership within your community? What are your greatest strengths? And what are areas you would like to improve? - Legislative analysis:
In approximately 800 words identify a bill introduced in Congress (House or Senate) during the most recent session and analyze the pros and cons of the legislation. State and explain your position, provide policy recommendations and identify their impact on the Hispanic and/or Portuguese community. Follow MLA format, and cite your sources. Plagiarism will result in dismissal of the application. We strongly recommend writing your analysis on one of the following topics:
- Trade and International Affairs
- Public Service
- Energy and Environment
- Education
- Technology
- Commerce
For questions or concerns about CHLI’s Global Leaders Internship and Fellowship Program, contact Ethan Starkey at ebstarke@fiu.edu.