Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Internship Program is accepting applications!!
The Spring 2014 CHCI Congressional Internship Program Application is currently open and accepting applications. The deadline is November 8, 2013. Please spread the word about this great opportunity. Below you will find the requirements and eligibility criteria. Let me know if there are any questions!
For more information and to apply visit http://www.chci.org/internships/
Selected participants will receive:
- Congressional Office or Federal Agency Internship Placement
- Great Pay
– $3,750 stipend – Spring and Fall (Twelve Weeks)
– $2,500 stipend – Summer (Eight Weeks) - Benefits
– Domestic round-trip transportation to Washington, DC
– Housing (All Expenses Covered) - Academic Credit
– Interns may be eligible to receive academic credit at their college or university for participating in the program.
It is not mandatory to obtain academic credit to participate, however, CHCI encourages participants to research this possibility. - Leadership Training, Networking and More
Program Requirements – Interns must
- Work a minimum of 32 hours a week in congressional office assignment
- Participate in all CHCI-sponsored activities
- Attend one-week orientation and weekly leadership development sessions
- Participate in the community service project
- Comply with CHCI policies regarding work performance and personal conduct
Eligibility Criteria
- Students must currently be enrolled full time and working towards their undergraduate degree
Note: If selected as a finalist, all individuals will be required to provide confirmation of enrollment to participate in the program.
– Individuals that will graduate in May/June 2013 are NOT eligible for the Summer session, but are eligible to participate in the Spring 2013 session and the 2013-2014 Public Policy Fellowship Program
– Community college individuals graduating in June 2013 and are transferring to a new institution for the Fall 2013 semester are eligible for the Summer 2013 session. However, if selected, they will be required to provide confirmation of enrollment at new institution for the Fall semester.
- High academic achievement (preference of 3.0 GPA or higher)
- Evidence of leadership skills and potential for leadership growth
- Demonstrated commitment to public service-oriented activities
- Superior analytical skills, outstanding oral and written communication skills
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, or individuals who are lawfully authorized to work full-time without restriction for any U.S. employer and who, at the time of application, possess lawful evidence of employment authorization.
Note: Individuals who are seeking consideration under the “Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival” (DACA) policy must possess an Employment Authorization Document at the time of application
