As part of its
commitment to provide a wide range of valuable educational experiences to our
diverse students, Salt Lake Community College is proud to offer a Washington
D.C. internship program. Not only will you discover more about yourself,
you’ll find an opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the operations,
political process and policy development of some of the nation’s most
influential organizations.
INTERNSHIPS MAKE A DIFFERENCE
There are a lot of
reasons to consider a DC Internship. In addition to the meaningful contributions
you’ll make, an internship will help you make important business contacts and
kick-start your future academic and professional career. In fact, studies
show students with internship experience go on to graduate at a higher rate,
are more likely to find full-time employment and start their careers with
higher wages.
WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED
Worried about how
to pay for an out-of-state internship?
We get it.
SLCC has financial support that may cover most if not all of your internship
expenses, including:
·
Assistance
for travel expenses and housing
·
Financial
assistance up to $5,000
·
Tuition
Waivers for up to 6 credits
Not sure what
internship is best for you? Explore internships opportunities or
contact our DC Internship Coordinator.
We’ll help guide you through the application process and choose the internship
opportunity that works for you. Internships are also offered Fall, Spring
and Summer semesters, giving you the flexibility needed to stay on the path to
success.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Start early. Some
positions are filled by December for jobs starting summer semester. Interested
students should spend time researching the type of agency, organization, or
business they would like to work in for a semester.
To be considered
for an internship sponsorship, you must have:
·
Competitive
GPA
·
A
letter of intent outlining the areas/agencies you plan to contact for an
internship.
·
Two
letters of recommendation: One from a current professor describing your ability
to successfully complete this internship. One from an employer outlining your
initiative, motivation and ability to complete assignment and skills.
·
A
current resume showing your employment, volunteer/service, and leadership
experience.
·
A 2-
to 3-page writing example - you may use a corrected A paper from one of your
classes. It will be used to assess your ability to write clearly, grammatically
correct, and appropriate to the subject.
·
A
current official or unofficial transcript. (Can print from your MYSLCC.)
After your
application is accepted, you will be contacted for an interview to be accepted
into the SLCC Internship Program.
You can apply by clicking here.
Or contact:
Scott E. Brown
Director, Local Government Relations
Director, Local Government Relations
Salt Lake
Community College
801-957-2020
(Office)
scott.e.brown@slcc.edu