Fwd: [NCAPA] Announcement: OCA 2011 Summer Internship Program! [2 Attachments]
Monica Thammarath
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OCA is on a nationwide search for full-time undergraduates and recent graduates for the 2011 Summer Internship Program in Washington DC!
Purpose: To cultivate future leadership for the Asian Pacific American (APA) community by providing opportunities to work in the public sector and learn about issues affecting APAs. Based in the nation's capital, interns will build relationships, engage in weekly discussions on APA issues, go on legislative visits and participate in OCA’s National Convention in New York on August 4-7.
All are welcome to apply. Students of Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, South Asian, and Southeast Asian descent are highly encouraged to apply.
Deadline: All materials must be received by Monday, April 4th at 11:30 pm EST.
Stipend: $2,500 for 10 weeks of full time work
Requirements:
1. Full-time undergraduate student (Minimum age of 18. Seniors are eligible)
2. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
3. Demonstrated interest in APA issues
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills
5. Commitment to work 10 weeks in Washington DC within the period of June 6 – August 19
6. Completed Application Package including:
o Completed Application Form
o Résumé
o Unofficial academic transcript
o Exactly two letters of reference
o One-page essay (12 pt, single-spaced, 500 words maximum) addressing the following: How will OCA’s summer internship benefit you and your community?
Procedure
1. Submit entire application package by deadline
2. Applications will be reviewed by a committee
3. Personal or telephone interview will be scheduled
4. Accepted interns will be notified by April 29. A firm commitment will be required at that time to secure placement.
OCA 2011 Summer Internship Program Online Application
Online, early and complete application submission is highly encouraged. Visit www.ocanational.org For more information, please refer to our Internship FAQ page or email inter...@ocanational.org.
DIANA BUI | Senior Program Manager
Student Leadership Development
OCA National Center
1322 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
202.223.5500 tel
202.296.0540 fax
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