Internship Opportunities
White House Fellows Program
White House is currently accepting applications for the 2013-2014 Class of White House Fellows Program. The application deadline is January 15th, 2013. This application is for the Fellowship Program that will begin in August 2013. Selected individuals typically spend a year working as a full-time, paid Fellow to senior White House Staff, Cabinet Secretaries and other top-ranking government officials. Fellows also participate in an education program consisting of roundtable discussions with renowned leaders from the private and public sectors, and trips to study U.S. policy in action both domestically and internationally. The Fellowship is extremely competitive; a well-prepared application and carefully selected references are key components to a successful application.
Opportunities for College Students at Department of State
The Internship Program replaces the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) and Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP). This Program is designed to provide students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, from high school to graduate level, with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school and while getting paid for the work performed. Students who successfully complete the program may be eligible for conversion to a permanent job in the civil service. Additional information about the Internship Program can be found at www.usajobs.gov/studentsandgrads. Current students in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate are eligible for the program. Read More.
Department of Labor Internship Program
The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking bright, innovative, results-oriented individuals to join our Pathways Internship Program. As an Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable on the job training and experience related to your field while pursuing your education. Internship can be seasonal (spring, summer, fall or year round). At the successful conclusion of this program, you may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a Federal career or career conditional position. Interns may work full-time or part-time schedules. The Pathway Internship Program replaces STEP/SCEP. Temporary appointments may be extended without further competition.
Internship at Department of Justice for Law Students
Department of Justice is accepting applications form Law students for summer internships. Interns will assist Division attorneys or specialists in legal and factual research, prepare documents and exhibits, interview witnesses, summarize depositions, analyze records, and other case-related work. Some sections may also involve interns in policy-related assignments. Given the nature of the work and the high quality of its staff, the Division expects interns to be able to grasp issues quickly, complete work thoroughly and accurately, and write clearly and concisely. These positions are without compensation or may be used for work-study credit.
Youth Summer Opportunity-Seeds of Peace
Seeds of Peace is a conflict resolution and leadership development program for youth from the Middle East (Palestinians, Israelis, Egyptians, and Jordanians), South Asia (Afghans, Indians, and Pakistanis), and the United States. Seeds of Peace's internationally-recognized program begins at its summer camp in Maine, where for three and a half weeks, young leaders (ages 14-17) from opposing sides of international conflicts have the opportunity to meet their "enemy" face to face. Here, they confront their prejudices and deep-seated fears and tackle the issues that fuel violence, hatred and oppression at home. Our conflict resolution program is designed to open young minds to the possibility of a new reality and continues with innovative post-camp programming to help further develop their leadership skills and capacity to create meaningful change in their communities.
This is a summer opportunity unlike any other available today for American youth. American delegates at Seeds of Peace have an incredible opportunity to learn about international conflicts and cultures first-hand by living with and participating alongside their peers from the Middle East, South Asia and throughout the United States.