Information about Internship
Opportunities
Go to
D.C. in Summer 2008 with the
Nels and
Sharon Ackerson
Public
Policy Internship Program
in Washington
D.C.
Call
Out
September
26 3:00-4:00pm in HORT 217
or
October
16 5:00-6:00pm in HORT 217
What
is the Washington D.C. Internship Program?
The
internship program is designed to provide a unique and rewarding
experience in Congress, and governmental and non-governmental agencies.
Each selected intern will receive partial funding to defray housing
and some other expenses. Five interns will be selected for summer
2008.
Program
Structure:
November
2007- Interns apply and are selected
December2007-Interns
matched with placements; interns & placements make agreement
Spring
2008- Interns meet on campus for orientation sessions
Summer
2008-While in their DC placement, interns attend informational
sessions
Fall
2008-Interns enroll in class or independent study to process
their experiences
Who
may apply?
- Juniors
or seniors in the College of Agriculture in any major
- Students
who demonstrate strong academic records, leadership skills, written
and verbal communication skills, self discipline, and strong motivation
and interest
- Students
who are returning to Purdue in fall 2008
- U.S.
citizens (some placements may be open to non-citizens)
To
apply you must:
- Email
intention to apply by October 23 to
lbarber@purdue.edu
-
Submit your application by November 1 to Lori Barber, AGAD 121
Your
application must include:
- Current
resume that includes your leadership experiences and community
activities
-
Transcript
-
Recommendation letter from a faculty member or other person who
can discuss why you would be a good intern and why an internship
would benefit you
-
Essay (two pages or less) discussing (1) how the internship will
further your education and vocational goals, and (2) what internship
area interests you most
Application
Timeline:
-
Attend callout on September 26 from 3:00-4:00pm in HORT
217 or October 16th from 5:00 - 6:00pm in HORT 217
-
Submit application by November 1
-
Interview with committee if invited in late november
Questions?
E-mail lbarber@purdue.edu
or call 494-8470
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