GRANT AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND SUMMER RESEARCH INITIATIVE
Overview
The goals of the program are to provide rising juniors and seniors an opportunity to increase their interest and
learn about doctoral-level training, and provide basic research skills that can be applied in the social, behavioral
and economic science fields. The program has a special emphasis on population groups underrepresented in
these fields (i.e., African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians or other Pacific
Islanders).
The University of Maryland, College Park, is located just nine miles from downtown Washington, D.C., and approximately
30 miles from Baltimore, provides access to some of the finest libraries, research centers, and professional opportunities
in the country. The D.C. metro area is nationally regarded for its dense population of highly educated and
trained professionals, diversity, culture and entertainment.
Program Details
This 8-week program will be held on the University of Maryland, College Park campus from May 31 through July 22,
2011. Students will be provided a meaningful research experience by working with a faculty mentor in one
of our nine academic departments: African American Studies, Anthropology, Criminology & Criminal Justice,
Economics, Geography, Government & Politics, Hearing & Speech Sciences, Psychology and Sociology. We
will also supplement their research experience with lectures, workshops, and networking opportunities.
Students will be provided round-trip airfare, meals, room and board in University on-campus housing and a stipend
of $2,700.
How to Apply
Basic eligibility requirements include (but are not limited to) junior or senior status by the fall of 2011; U.S.
citizen or permanent resident status; and a strong intent to immediately pursue a Ph.D. degree in the social, behavioral,
or economic sciences upon completion of the bachelor's degree. We are especially interested in applications from
students underrepresented in the social, behavioral, and economic sciences.
The application deadline is February 15, 2011.
For more information, please visit: http://www.bsos.umd.edu/diversity/summer-research-initiative.aspx
or contact [email protected]
ENGALITCHEFF
INSTITUTE ON COMPARATIVE POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS - www.DCinternships.org/ICPES
INSTITUTE ON BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS - www.DCinternships.org/IBGA
June 5 – July 30, 2011
Held at Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Priority Deadline: February 3, 2011
Final Deadline: March 3, 2011
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies, ICPES and IBGA combine a substantive
professional experience for 30 hours a week with a challenging academic experience at Georgetown University.
This fast-paced, eight-week residential program provides students from around the world with the opportunities
to gain an edge in today’s competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement
of Washington first-hand.
SAMPLE PAST INTERNSHIP SITES
Engalitcheff Institute on Comparative Political and Economic Systems
- American Family Business Institute
- Atlas Economic Research Foundation
- Civic Enterprises
- Congressional Offices
- DC Mayor’s Office
- Federal Agencies
- Southern Governors’ Association
- Tax Foundation
Institute on Business and Government Affairs
- Aerospace Industries Association
- Healthcare Leadership Council
- NASDAQ
- National Federation of Independent Business
- Quinn Gillespie & Associates, LLC
- Qwest Communications
- Siemens, Corp.
- U.S. Telecom Association
PROGRAM ELEMENTS
- Internships – Competitive placements in public policy and government affairs
- Classes – Up to 9 credit hours from Georgetown University
- Housing – Roommate matching and furnished on-campus apartments in the heart of DC
- Guest Lectures – With Washington’s top policy and industry experts
- Exclusive Briefings – At the State Department, World Bank and Capitol Hill
- Leadership & Professional Development – Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
- Networking – Interaction with seasoned professionals and student leaders from around the world
- Scholarships – Approximately 70% of students receive generous awards based on merit and financial
need
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Students will be accepted on a rolling basis until the final deadline of March 3, 2011.
Students applying by the Priority Deadline of February 3, 2011, will be given preference in admissions and priority
scholarship consideration. For more information and an online application, please visit our Web site at www.DCInternships.org or
contact Elizabeth Matecki, recruitment and admissions assistant, at [email protected] or
1-800-741-6964.
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