PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Governor’s Summer Internship Program introduces college students to the unique challenges and rewards of working within MD State Government. For 10 weeks (June 6 – August 12, 2011), interns:
• Work in state government agencies on substantive tasks, including drafting speeches and correspondence, tracking legislation, attending hearings, assisting with constituent case work, and researching policy options
• Participate in seminars with top Maryland officials and make site visits to State facilities
• Develop policy papers on a significant issue facing Maryland (e.g. the Chesapeake Bay, crime, care for the elderly) and present their findings in person to the Governor
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be:
• Undergraduates attending a two- or a four-year college or university in Maryland, or Maryland residents attending an out-of-state college or university.
• Entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2011 semester, with a GPA of 3.00 or higher.
All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday, March 7, 2011
COMPENSATION: Interns receive a $3,000 stipend.
TO DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION, VISIT: shrivercenter.umbc.edu/gsip
QUESTIONS, CONTACT: Mike Oettel, The Shriver Center, moettel@umbc.edu