APIA Scholarship

The APIA Scholarship is open to AANHPI undergraduates attending any US accredited university or college. Amounts range from $2,500 one-year awards to $20,000 multi-year awards. 

APIA Scholars has a special focus on supporting AANHPI students who live at or below the poverty line; are in the first generation of their family to attend college; and, are representative of the APIA community’s (geographic and ethnic) diversity. 

Strong applicants have an emphasis on community service and leadership. Must be a citizen, national, or legal permanent resident of the US, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or Palau; be enrolling/continuing as a degree-seeking undergraduate in a US accredited college or university; have a 2.7+ GPA; and apply for federal financial aid for the academic year using the FAFSA. 

Deadline: January 9, 2024 

For more information and to apply: https://apiascholars.org/scholarship/apia-scholarship/

Spring and Summer ISF Congressional Policy Internship

Islamic Scholarship Fund Interns spend a semester on Capitol Hill working for a member of Congress. They observe the legislative process at the federal level, develop research skills related to policy, and assist full-time staff with their duties. The Program aims "to expose American Muslim students to the privileges and responsibilities of working in the halls of Congress and inspire a new generation of American Muslim policymakers." 

Participants receive a monthly stipend. The internship also pays for housing. Candidates should be active member of the Muslim community; enrolled at an accredited university in the US or graduated within the last year; majoring in an ISF supported major; 3.0+ GPA, US citizen, permanent resident or a DACA recipient, incoming junior-senior, a commitment to policy-making and public service. 

Deadline: January 9, 2024 

For more information and to apply: http://islamicscholarshipfund.org/Internship/

Spring and Summer 2024 Do Good Institute Programs

 The Do Good Institute offers hands-on experiences, funding opportunities, engaging curriculum, and effective programs that prepare Terps with the skills, experiences and resources to Do Good throughout their lives.

• Impact Interns: Looking for a paid summer internship with impact? Impact Interns offers paid summer internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in the social impact and nonprofit sector. Applications will open January 12 and close February 12. Learn more and sign up for an information session at go.umd.edu/impactinterns.

• Changemaker Pathways: Want to Do Good but don't know where to start? Changemaker Pathways is a 5-week experiential program for first-year, second-year, or transfer students to explore ways that you can Do Good in your personal, professional, or educational life through interactive and discussion-based workshops. Learn more and register at go.umd.edu/changemakerpathways.

• Accelerator Fellows: Are you working on a project or social venture that could benefit from coaching, programming and/or financial support? Spend the semester exploring, testing, or scaling up your idea, project, or venture and receive a $2,000 stipend. Applications are now open and close February 4. Learn more and apply at go.umd.edu/acceleratorfellows.

• Do Good Challenge: Do you have a project, venture, team, or student organization making a difference? Pitch your social impact on stage for a chance to win a share of more than $20,000 dollars. Applications are now open and close January 14. Learn more, sign up for information sessions, and apply at go.umd.edu/dogoodchallenge.

You can also follow the Institute on Instagram or Facebook (@DoGoodatUMD) for updates about program deadlines or sign up for their newsletter, Do Good Now (go.umd.edu/dgnnews).

The War in Israel and Gaza: Constructive Campus Conversations

 

Dec. 24 Grads: Invitation to apply for the Close Up Foundation

If you’re dedicated to making a difference and possess a profound interest in education, nonprofit work, or history, government, and policy, we invite you to join Close Up as a Civic Program Instructor!

In this position, you’ll have the unique opportunity to inspire and engage young individuals in the intricate world of politics and government. You’ll help break down the barriers of polarization, foster open dialogue, and nurture a deep understanding of civic responsibility among youth.

Close Up has 30 openings for the 2024 class of Civic Program Instructors.

• Dates: The contract term runs from January 24-June 30, 2024.
• Eligibility: This is a full-time position that is open to applicants who have graduated with a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• Salary and Benefits: Civic Program Instructors receive a competitive salary and full benefits, including medical and dental insurance.
• Application Process: Applications are now open, requiring a resume. Close Up is accepting applications on a rolling basis, so apply as soon as possible!

SWE Communications Intern

 About Us: 

So What Else's (SWE) mission is to improve the lives of children and families living in underserved communities in the Baltimore-Washington Metro Area by providing food security, access to basic necessities, and high-quality out-of-school time programs in literacy, athletics, and the visual and performing arts while inspiring young people to give back to the community by creating volunteer opportunities for citizens of all ages. 

Job Summary: 

We’re looking for one or more highly motivated interns interested in making a difference! Our Communications Director is seeking an intern(s) to manage both internal and external communications for our team. This is an excellent opportunity for interns interested in learning more about the nonprofit experience, with plenty of opportunities for skills based development and learning. Our office is a flexible, hybrid work environment with in-office and work from home opportunities that can work with your class schedule. 

Responsibilities: 

• All interns will have the opportunity to learn the full extent of nonprofit communications and receive firsthand experience in nonprofit leadership and management
• Communications interns will help produce and edit high-quality written communications pieces such as newsletters, press releases, blog posts and impact stories.
• They will help assist the Communications Director in the content creation process, including but not limited to: filming and editing videos, creating graphics for social media, going to various sites to take photos and videos, and writing content captions
• Interns will also be tasked with organizing and managing content in the organization’s drive, scheduling meetings, taking meeting notes and organizing the team calendar 

Qualifications: 

• For consideration, please submit a resume, a cover letter, and writing sample at the time of your application 
• Applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree-granting program with a concentration in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, English, Advertising, or Social Science 
• Candidate must have strong written communications skills and attention to detail
• Strong consideration given to candidates skilled in Canva, Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Google workspace tools, and/or graphic design 
• Must be a self-starter, adaptable, and able to work both alone and as part of a team
• Must have a personal laptop computer and access to the Internet 
• Must be available to work 10-20 hours both remotely and in-person
• Access to reliable transportation 
• Committed to the mission and values of SWE 

The intern will be given a stipend for any travel mileage or miscellaneous expenses incurred while working. The internship is a non-paid work experience. Interested students can reach out to tnefflen@sowhatelse.org and find out more about SWE here.

Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to hear from you! SWE believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. SWE’s goal is for our people to reflect the communities in which we live and serve, and to ensure representation of people of color, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities in our organization.

Summer Internship Opportunity with the EPA

 

The EPA's paid pathways summer internships are open!

Position Highlights:

• Obtains, compiles, and summarizes narrative information and quantitative data for use by others within an office.
• Compares basic information to established requirements to identify and correct errors and omissions in files and documents: searching, compiling and arranging data in a usable format, identifying facts, considering relevance to the assignment.
• Uses varied functions of multiple office automation software to produce a wide range of document.
• Assembles materials for staff associated with briefings, conferences, and meetings.
• Collaborates with other staff on assigned projects.

Application due: Dec. 12 

For more information and to apply: 

• https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/762797800 
• https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/762804500