CHCI’s 2011 Summer Congressional Internship Deadline Approaching

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CHCI's Nationally Acclaimed Summer Congressional 

Internship Program
 

Application Deadline Approaching: February 4, 2011

CHCI is seeking full-time college undergraduate students

who are interested in participating in the 2011 Summer 

Congressional Internship Program. Selected individuals 

will receive an unmatched experience learning first-hand 

about our nation’s legislative process working for a member 

of Congress, as well as stipends, housing and 

round-trip airfare. Students of ALL majors that have an

interest in the development of public policy and who have

demonstrated leadership abilities should apply. 
 

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Eligibility Criteria
* Students currently enrolled full time working towards

their undergraduate degree
 

*(Note: Individuals that will graduate in May/June 2011 

are NOT eligible for the Summer session)
 

*High academic achievement (preference of 3.0 GPA or above)
 

*Strong analytical and writing skills
 

*Demonstrated leadership ability
 

*Active participation in public and/or community service

activities 

*U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency
 

Benefits
All Summer Interns will receive an eight-week work experience 

on Capitol Hill and great benefits:
Free roundtrip travel to Washington, DC
Monthly metro stipends
Housing (all expenses paid by CHCI)
Stipend of $2,500 for the eight weeks in DC
To learn more about the program and how to possibly get credit 

for theinternship please visit http://www.chci.org/internships/
 

Selection Process
The selection process is competitive. CHCI receives over 

ten applications for every one available internship opportunity. 

The CHCI Alumni Review Committee reviews applications to 

identify the most qualified candidates. CHCI staff will

select top candidates for internship positions.

Online Application Instructions
Applicants must complete the CHCI online application by 

Friday, February 4, 2011.  Please contact Cecilia Majors,

CHCI Senior College Program Specialist, 

at cmajors@chci.org with any questions.