American University Washington Internships for Native Students (WINS)
Agency: American University
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Major/Field of Interest: Agriculture and Forestry, Business , Communications, Community Planning, Economics, Education, Medical and Public Health, Social Sciences, Social Work
Description:
The Washington Internships for Native Students (WINS) offers students of sovereign American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) nations the opportunity to build leadership skills while living, studying, and interning in Washington, DC. Developed in response to the White House Initiative on American Indians and Alaska Natives, this enriching program offers qualified students full scholarships funded by American University and sponsoring organizations. Participating students will gain professional work experience through interning at a federal agency or private firm, take courses focusing on Native American public policy concerns, and enjoy engaging social and cultural extra-curricular activities.
Compensation:
Stipend
Hours per Week:
Full Time
Duration: Not listed
Program Availability:
Summer
Typical Application Deadline: February, June, October
Eligibility:
- Open to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, Recent Graduates, Graduate Students
- American Indian
- Alaska Native
- other students
Web site:
http://www.american.edu/wins/
Contact:
WINS
American University
Tenley Campus
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016-8083
Telephone: 202-885-5934
Fax : 202-895-4882
E-mail: wins@american.edu