21st Century Leaders Internship

The 21st Century Leaders Summer Internship Program is a ten (10) week program that promotes grassroots community organizing and leadership development in key impact areas. The 21st Century Leaders Summer Internship Program will provide students with an opportunity to observe the dynamics of social change by working with leaders and elected officials in their community, registering voters, and attending public policy seminars presented by local, county, state and federal officials. Also, students will learn how to develop valuable communication and organizational skills.

The internship requires a mandatory training in Chicago, Illinois, May 25-27, 2012. The internship program will officially begin May 28, 2012 and concludes August 9, 2012. Applicants must be high school graduates or college students enrolled for fall of 2012 at an accredited two or four-year college or university, be in good academic standing, and demonstrate involvement in either campus or community organizations.

Interns will receive a stipend to help defray the cost of education. Interns receive a stipend ($2.50 per registration) based on their ability to fulfill the required expectations.

A more detailed description has been attached, along with the official application data form. The complete application must be sent to the attention of Jose Torrez by fax to 312-427-5183 or emailed to jtorrez@ushli.org.