INTERNSHIP RESOURCES and HELPFUL SEARCH LINKS These Sites Allow You to Do Advanced Searches for Internships Nationwide
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CHRISTENDOM COLLEGE OFFICE OF CAREER & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT 2017 INTERNSHIP LIST New Jobs…………………………………………………………………………….. 2 Politics/Non-profit…………………………………………………………………... 3 Public Policy/Non-profit …………………………………………………………... 5 Business……………………………………………………………………………... 10 Journalism and Media ……………………………………………………………… 11 Catholic/Pro-Life/Religious Freedom ……………………………………………… 13 Academic/Student Conferences and Fellowships ………………………………….. 14 Other ………………………………………………………………………………... 15 Internship Resources and Search Links …………………………………………….. 16 Please note: this is not meant to be exhaustive list, nor are all internships endorsed by Christendom College or the Office of Career Development. Many of the internships below are in the Metropolitan DC area, but there are thousands of internships available around the country. Use the resources on pg. 16 to do a search by field and location. Questions? Need help with your resume, cover letter, or composing an email? Contact Colleen Harmon: [email protected] ** Indicates alumni have or currently do work at this location. If you plan to apply to these internships, please let Colleen know so she can notify them. 1 NEW JOBS! National Journalism Center- summer deadline March 20 The National Journalism Center, a project of Young America's Foundation, provides aspiring conservative and libertarian journalists with the premier opportunity to learn the principles and practice of responsible reporting. The National Journalism Center combines 12 weeks of on-the- job training at a Washington, D.C.-based media outlet and once-weekly training seminars led by prominent journalists, policy experts, and NJC faculty. The program matches interns with print, broadcast, or online media outlets based on their interests and experience. Interns spend 30 hours/week gaining practical, hands-on journalism experience. Potential placements include The Washington Times, The Washington Examiner, CNN, Fox News Channel, and more. This is a paid internship. To apply, fill out an online application at http://www.yaf.org/njc. Email a cover letter, current resume, 3 writing samples, and 3 references to [email protected]. Kings Dominion- Summer Internships Kings Dominion is offering the following internship positions: Culinary Lead, Food and Beverage Supervisor, Security Officer, Human Resources Assistant, Accommodation & Hospitality Leader, Marketing, Merchandise Retail Supervisor, Visual Merchandiser, and Finance Internal Auditor. The program offers several educational experiences, projects, and leadership classes. If interested, please email Human Resources at [email protected] Commonwealth STEM Industry Internship Program CSIIP is a free student resource for finding paid internships. Undergraduate students majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) disciplines complete a single application package that will be reviewed by companies throughout Virginia. Students may search for internships statewide or by region and can also express interest in specific internships posted by companies. No deadline is required. Apply as early as possible for maximum opportunity at www.CSIIP.org. One application puts a student in front of more than 150 companies offering internships. Requirements include a GPA of at least 2.7, two letters of recommendation, an unofficial transcript and a writing sample. Office of Congressman Keith Rothfus – 2017 Internship Internships are offered in Congressman Keith Rothfus’ Washington, D.C. office during the spring, summer, and fall semesters. Currently, we are accepting resumes for Spring and Summer 2017. Hours can be flexible to accommodate student course schedules, but generally run 9:00AM – 6:00PM. Internships are unpaid and academic credit may be available depending on the student’s academic institution. Duties will include, but are not limited to: answering phones, leading constituent tours, processing mail, researching issues, drafting correspondence, attending hearings and briefings, and maintaining the front office. Qualified candidates should have excellent writing and communication skills, the ability to work in a fast paced working environment, and have an interest in the legislative process. Students may email resumes to [email protected]. Pennsylvania ties are preferred, but not required. The Philos Project – Summer Internship: New York City The Philos Project is the network hub for leaders and future leaders who are committed to promoting positive Christian engagement in the Middle East. The internship program is now 2 open for applications for a summer 2017 internship at the Philos Project headquarters in New York City. The responsibilities for this position include assisting with: research, event planning, copy editing, social media or graphic design and administrative tasks as assigned. This internship is compensated at $1500 per month and commuter stipends will be provided. Interested undergraduates and recent graduates should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected] James Wilson Institute on Natural Rights & the American Foundation – Spring 2017 Internship The James Wilson Institute (JWI) was founded by Professor Hadley Arkes in 2013. Its mission is to educate lawyers, judges, scholars, and citizens about the 'first principles' of American law, i.e. the moral grounds found in the 'natural rights' of men that Jefferson wrote of in the Declaration of Independence. JWI advances its mission through private seminars, public forums, speeches and essays on key issues found in American jurisprudence and politics today. The JWI Intern will assist in foundation research, updating databases, membership development, and program planning. They will attend all JWI programs. This internship is paid. Your cover letter should explain your interest in JWI. Send it and a one-page resume to [email protected]. No calls, please. POLITICS/GOVERNMENT Local Government Contact local government offices for internship, volunteering, and job shadowing opportunities, which will vary by state, city, county, borough and municipality. This includes the office of the mayor, city councilmen and women, law enforcement, controllers and public attorneys. If no work opportunities are available, you could request an information interview to learn more about your public leaders. State Governments Most governors, state senators, representatives, assemblymen, attorney, officials, etc. have opportunities for you to volunteer, intern, or job-shadow in the state capital or at their district office. You can find these internships by visiting your state website, or the website of the governing body (e.g. General Assembly of Maryland), or the website of your public official (e.g. State Representative Rob Kauffman). If no internships are available, you may consider briefly meeting with a member of their staff to ask them what it is like to work in state government or to discuss legislation or policy that is important to you. The White House - https://www.whitehouse.gov/participate/internships **U.S. Congress The House of Representatives and The Senate 1. Personal Office: Members of Congress have a Washington, D.C. office and several offices in the “district” they represent. Preference is given to students who share their political principles, with “ties” to their district or state, and previous political experience is essential. Internships will vary by office, but you can generally apply by 3 visiting your Representative’s or Senator’s webpage (lastname.house.gov). Opportunities are available in the spring, summer, and fall. Summer positions are the most popular and most competitive. Applying for an internship or fellowship is similar to applying for admission to a college or university. The application process takes time and effort, often requiring essays and interviews. Brush up on your knowledge at www.house.gov or www.senate.gov. Though most internships are unpaid, there are offices that pay interns minimum wage. 2. Committees: Congressional committee internships tend to be more policy-focused than internships. You may consider a committee or subcommittee chaired by a Representative or Senator from your home state (e.g. Rep. Bob Goodlatte, Chairman of Judiciary Committee), or within your area of interest (e.g. Foreign Affairs, Budget, Natural Resources, Armed Services, etc.). Pathways for Students & Recent Graduates to Federal Careers (USAJOBS): https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/ Most departments and agencies will direct you to this site to set-up a profile and submit documents Government Departments/Agencies Department of State - https://careers.state.gov/intern Department of Treasury - https://www.treasury.gov/Pages/default.aspx Department of Justice - https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/interns-recent-graduates- and-fellows Department of Interior - https://www.doi.gov/ U.S. Forest Service: https://www.nps.gov/aboutus/jobsforstudents.htm Department of Commerce - https://www.commerce.gov/ Department of Labor - https://www.dol.gov/oasam/programs/internship/ Department of Defense - https://www.defense.gov/ Department of Health and Human Services - https://www.hhs.gov/ Department of Housing and Urban Development – https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD Department of Transportation - Department of Energy - https://energy.gov/student-programs-and-internships Department of Education - https://www.ed.gov/ Department of Veteran Affairs - https://www.va.gov/ Department of Homeland Security - https://www.dhs.gov/