Internships
American Justice Center (AAJC) Internships
http://www.advancingequality.org/en/cms/?176
The mission of the Asian American Justice Center is to advance the human and civil rights of Asian Americans through advocacy, public policy, public education and litigation.
Year Round- For undergrad & law students, No formal applications/email resumes
The Asian American Justice Center is accepting applications for unpaid internships for undergraduate and law students interested in practical field work experience on civil rights issues. Interns will be responsible for assisting staff with the following:
Conducting research projects on issues affecting the Asian Pacific American community;
Writing legislative alerts, press releases, and newsletter articles;
Performing some administrative work;
Assisting in program development; and
Other tasks as defined.
Attending Congressional hearings and representing AAJC at coalition meetings;
Assisting in program development; and
Other tasks as defined.
APA Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) Internships
http://www.apaics.org/intern.htmlThe Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is dedicated to increasing participation of individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage at all levels of the political process, from community service to elected office.
Summer Internships- Approx. 10 interns, Stipend, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
Year Round Internships- Unpaid, Applications on rolling basis
Every summer, APAICS' group of exceptional college students from across the nation experiences working in Congress, federal agencies or non-profits. This year, the Class of 2007 APAICS Summer Interns are no different. In addition, the interns attend briefings with members of Congress, networking events with other interns from other national Asian Pacific Islander American organizations, and also participate in joint activities with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute. Interns also attend brown bag sessions with members of the National Coalition of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA), in order to learn more about the wide range of issues facing the APA and other minority communities. Hands-on experience, understanding of the inner workings of government, and independence are the results.
(FYI- Drew was an APAICS intern in 2006. Ed Chow, Executive Director, volunteered w/ AAFO.)
APA Labor Alliance (APALA) Internships
http://www.apalanet.org/ht/d/sp/i/72038/pid/72038
Founded in 1992, the Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance (APALA), AFL-CIO, is the first and only national organization of Asian Pacific American (APA) union members. Over 600,000 APA workers have joined unions and are seeking better pay, improved benefits, dignity on the job, and a voice in the workplace. Backed with strong support of the AFL-CIO, APALA has 11 chapters and pre-chapters and a national office in Washington, D.C.
Internships- Approx. 3 Summer Interns, Stipends TBD, No formal applications/email resumes
APA Legal Resource Center
http://www.apalrc.org/getinvolved.html#internship
Originally formed as an all-volunteer organization in 1998, the APALRC grew out of a unique collaborative effort by students from D.C. area law schools and attorneys associated with the Asian Pacific American Bar Association (APABA) and the South Asian Bar Association (SABA). The APALRC was founded in response to the lack of linguistically and culturally appropriate legal services for the growing number of Asian Americans.
Interns
Law student volunteers
Pro bono attorneys
APIA Vote Internships
http://www.apiavote.org/internships
The Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote) is a national nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that encourages and promotes civic participation of Asian Pacific Islander Americans in the electoral and public policy processes at the national, state and local levels.
Summer Internships- Approx. 3 Summer Interns, $2k stipend, Deadline is April 17, 2009
Year Round Internships- $2k stipend, Applications on rolling basis
The APIAVote Internship Program strives to encourage and cultivate young AAPI student leaders to explore a career in the public sector or the political arena. This internship program will also provide hands on experience and training on how to organize and implement voter activities to increase the participation of AAPIs in the electoral process...The internship program is tailored per organizational needs and intern skills. Interns may work on any of the following areas: Communications/Technology (new media and traditional), Field (working with APIAVote partners to mobilize for Census 2010 education campaign), Policy (research and advocate for policy recommendations), Training (Norman Y. Mineta Leadership Training Institute), or Youth (engaging and organizing our youth coalitions.)
Conference on APA Leadership (CAPAL) Internships & Intern Scholarships
http://www.capal.org/ee/pages/index.php?/Programs/scholarships/
The Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) is a 501(c)(3) charitable and educational organization dedicated to building leadership and public policy knowledge within the Asian Pacific American community. Its mission is to promote APA interests and success in public sector careers, to provide information and education on policy issues affecting the APA community, and to serve the APA community at large.
Summer Scholarships- Approx. 3 scholarships, $2k/Summer, Must develop Community Action Plan, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
Fall Internship w/ Agricultural Research Service- $2k/Fall, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
Internship w/ U.S. Forest Service- $2k/Fall, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
Awarded annually since 1992, CAPAL's scholarships have enabled promising students with leadership potential to pursue public service internships in Washington, DC, while learning how to influence policy decisions that affects their communities...Each CAPAL Scholar is required to research, propose, present, and implement a Community Action Plan (CAP) to benefit her/his local community upon return from the summer internship. Each CAPAL Scholar must choose a topic relating to an important APA issue of her/his choice and develop a project that will assist, educate, or inspire others on this topic. By the end of the summer program, each CAPAL Scholar must present her/his CAP to CAPAL members and other interested parties in the DC area. Mentoring will be provided to CAPAL Scholars for support and guidance in the development of their CAPs. Following the internship, CAPAL Scholars must provide a written update and a short assessment report on the implementation of their CAPs.
Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) Internships (Open to all AAPIs)
http://www.jacl.org/youth/internships.htm
Founded in 1929, the JACL is the oldest and largest Asian American civil rights organization in the United States. The JACL monitors and responds to issues that enhance or threaten the civil and human rights of all Americans and implements strategies to effect positive social change, particularly to the Asian Pacific American community.
Year Round Internships- 1-2 interns, Stipend TBD, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
National Council on APA Community Development (CAPACD) Internships
http://nationalcapacd.org/index.php/site/program_detail/category/leadership_development/#National%20CAPACD%20Fellowships%20and%20Internships
National CAPACD is the first national advocacy organization dedicated to addressing the community development needs of diverse and rapidly growing AAPI communities. We are a membership-based network of more than 100 organizations and individuals in 17 states that serve Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, Native Hawaiians, refugees and immigrants nationwide. Our members use innovative affordable housing, community development, organizing and planning strategies to improve the well-being of low-income AAPI communities.
Year Round Internships- 6 internships/year, Stipend, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
National CAPACD hosts up to six undergraduate or graduate interns each year (spring, summer, fall) with strong interests in community and economic development, housing, immigration and civil rights issues impacting low-income Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. Interns have the opportunity to meet community and congressional leaders, engage in substantive research and writing, attend events, participate in AAPI social justice networks and learn about AAPIs in nonprofits and community development. Interns work in one or more specific areas, including Policy and Research, Training and Technical Assistance, Leadership Development, Community Convenings, and Membership and Communications.
International Leadership Foundation (ILF) Internships (aka "Fellowships")
http://www.ileader.org/
The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) is a non-profit organization that promotes the civic awareness, involvement and effectiveness of the Asian Pacific American (APA) community.
Summer Internships only- Approx. 30 interns, $1500/8 weeks, Deadline is February 1, 2009
Through the ILF Fellowship Program, we provide scholarships to APA college students and place them in structured Summer Internships with government agencies. ILF Fellows are future APA leaders in the academic, cultural, business, community, medical, professional, or public arenas. ILF provides these future APA leaders with a practical understanding of how our government and legislative process works.
National APA Women's Forum (NAPAWF) Internships
http://www.napawf.org/index.php
NAPAWF is the only national, multi-issue APA women's organization in the country. NAPAWF's mission is to build a movement to advance social justice and human rights for APA women and girls.
Year Round Internships- Unpaid, Applications on rolling basis, No formal applications/email resumes
Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA) Internships (Open to all AAPIs)
www.ocanatl.org
OCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States.
Summer Internships- Approx. 20 interns, $2500/10 weeks
Year Round Internships- Stipends based on available funding & financial need
Deadlines:
Postmarked by November 15 for Winter/Spring Session
Postmarked by March 15 for Summer Session
Postmarked by July 15 for Fall Session
This is a great opportunity to learn firsthand about national issues and policies that affect Asian Pacific Americans. The OCA Internship Program also exposes interns to other aspects of Washington, D.C. Last year, interns visited Congressional offices where they had an opportunity to meet with Congressional Representatives, APA staffers, and members of the Congressional APA Caucus. Interns will also have a lot of hands on experience at the offices in which they are placed.
Development and Communications Intern for Becky's Fund
Time Commitment: 8-10 hours per week
(annually) Minimum one school term
The Development and Communications Intern will work with our development team, providing support in the areas of fundraising, events and communications. Responsibilities may include:
* Designing and implementing toolkits, printed solicitations and e-mail campaigns to fundraise and friendraise for Becky's Fund
* Researching and profiling foundation and corporate donor prospects.
* Developing and drafting grant applications and proposals.
* Assisting with other fundraising and community relations efforts including the Volunteer Program.
Undergraduate, graduate and law students are welcome to apply.
To apply:
Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit cover letter and resume via:
Email - becky@beckysfund.org
Fax - 202.730.1301
Mail - 1200 18th Street, NW - 12th Floor | Washington, DC 20036
Research and Communications Internships at the Migration Policy Institute
http://www.migrationpolicy.org/about/internships.php
The Migration Policy Institute (MPI) is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit think tank dedicated to the study of migration worldwide. Based in Washington, DC, MPI works closely with practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to analyze, develop, and evaluate migration and refugee policies at the local, state, national, and international level. MPI offers both Research and Editorial/Communications Internships. Since MPI's inception, the internship program has trained over 50 future global migration scholars. Publication opportunities are available to interns and over half of MPI's interns are now published authors in the field of migration.
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and short writing sample to:
Human Resources
Migration Policy Institute
1400 16th Street, NW, Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
For additional information, you may contact hr@migrationpolicy.org. Please indicate the desired internship(s) and, if applicable, program area in the subject line. Due to the large number of applicants, only those being considered for the position will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Applications deadlines are:
November 15 - for Spring Semester
March 15 - for Summer Semester
July 15 - for Fall Semester
Internships are unpaid, but stipends are available for full-time interns. Students also may arrange to obtain credit for their work.
Fellowships
APA Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) Fellowships
http://www.apaics.org/fellow.html
The Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) is dedicated to increasing participation of individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage at all levels of the political process, from community service to elected office.
$20-$30k/9 months, 2009-2010 applications not yet released
To talented college graduates and students pursuing post-graduate study, APAICS offers six fellowships. These fellowships range between $20,000 to $30,000 for a nine-month period of living expenses. These Fellows are placed in Congress, federal agencies or non-profit organizations. Such fellowships give opportunities for particularly talented APA youth to more fully experience a longer duration of working in the public policy process. Also, these fellowships provide their recipients with a great support network and valuable experience.
Dr. John B. Tsu Fellowship c/o International Leadership Foundation (ILF)
http://www.ileader.org/
The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) is a non-profit organization that promotes the civic awareness, involvement and effectiveness of the Asian Pacific American (APA) community.
Stipend/3 months, Deadline is February 1, 2009
With the generous support of the Anheuser-Busch Corporation, the ILF offers one Dr. John B. Tsu Memorial Fellowship to honor the dedication and service to the Asian American community of the founding ILF Chairman. The Dr. Tsu Fellow receives a stipend for a three-month supervised public service internship and research program. The Fellowship must be completed anytime within a year of the student being selected. Only graduating college seniors may apply to become Dr. Tsu Fellows.
National Council on APA Community Development (CAPACD) Congressional Housing Fellowship
http://nationalcapacd.org/index.php/site/program_detail/category/leadership_development/#National%20CAPACD%20Fellowships%20and%20InternshipsNational CAPACD is the first national advocacy organization dedicated to addressing the community development needs of diverse and rapidly growing AAPI communities. We are a membership-based network of more than 100 organizations and individuals in 17 states that serve Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, Native Hawaiians, refugees and immigrants nationwide. Our members use innovative affordable housing, community development, organizing and planning strategies to improve the well-being of low-income AAPI communities.
$20k-$40k/9-12 months, 2009-2010 applications not yet released
This Fellowship provides an individual with 3-5 years of community development, organizing or policy related work experience the opportunity to address federal housing and/or community development legislation and policy while working in a congressional office or committee. The Fellow analyzes legislation and its impact on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and reports this information to national and local AAPI, housing and community development organizations. The 2008 Fellow has been selected - look for future announcements.
SCHOLARSHIPS
APIA Scholarship Fund (APIASF)
http://www.apiasf.org/scholarship_app/
The Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund (APIASF) is the nation's largest 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides scholarships to Asian and Pacific Islander Americans (APIAs) with financial need. Our vision is that all APIAs who wish to pursue higher education have that opportunity, regardless of their ethnicity, national origin or financial means. Our mission is to forge partnerships in building a national Asian and Pacific Islander American scholarship organization that supports and encourages all APIA students to pursue a higher education, thereby developing future leaders who will contribute back to their communities, and ultimately, strengthen America.
Deadline is January 19, 2009
Gates Millennium Scholars (APIA) c/o APIASF
http://www.apiasf.org/gmsapia/index.shtmlThe Gates Millennium Scholars Program (GMS), funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding, low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American*, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest. Continuing Gates Millennium Scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following discipline areas: education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science. The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence by providing thousands of outstanding students, who have significant financial need, the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Deadline is January 12, 2009
Organization of Chinese Americans (OCA) Scholarships
www.ocanatl.orgOCA is a national organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans in the United States.
3 scholarships, 2009 Application & Deadline TBD
Recognizing the lack of access to quality education and resources for underserved communities, including the Asian Pacific American (APA) community, OCA is known as a leading organization in administering scholarships for APA students.
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