If you are Interested in Working for the Government...

Here is a link to the U.S. government's website for people who are considering a career, or an internship, with just about any branch of the federal government.

The website also has an area where students can look to see how they should plan their education so that they are prime candidates for one of the many departments inside the federal government.

students.gov

More programs...

ROBERT BOSCH FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

http://www.cdsintl.org/fellowshipsabroad/bosch.php

jessa

Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs/Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program

"The Secretary of State may make grants to post-secondary educational institutions or students for the purpose of increasing the level of knowledge and awareness of and interest in employment with the Foreign Service, consistent with section 105 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980. To the extent possible, the Secretary shall give special emphasis to promoting such knowledge and awareness of, and interest in employment with the Foreign Service among minority students. Any grants awarded shall be made pursuant to regulations to be established by the Secretary of State, which shall provide for a limit on the size of any specific grant and, regarding any grants to individuals, shall ensure that no grant recipient receives an amount of grants from one or more Federal programs which in the aggregate would exceed the cost of his or her education, and shall require satisfactory educational progress by grantees as a condition of eligibility for continued receipt of grant funds." — PUBLIC LAW 101-246, 101st Congress, 104 STAT.42 Section 47

Are you an outstanding undergraduate student? Do you think you may be interested in pursuing a Foreign Service career with the U.S. Department of State? If so, you should consider applying for a Pickering Fellowship.
Eligibility Requirements

• Undergraduate Fellowships are open to students enrolled in their sophomore year of college at the time of Student Programs application
• Students who will have received their bachelor's degree by June 2008 and will be enrolled in the first year of a two-year full-time master's degree program relevant to international affairs for the 2008-2009 academic year are eligible for the Graduate Fellowship
• Only United States citizens will be considered for the Pickering Fellowships
• Women, members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and students with financial need are encouraged to apply

Compensation and Benefits

• Extensive academic financial support beginning in the junior year of undergraduate study or the first year of a two-year graduate program
• Reimbursement for one round-trip travel per year between home and school
• Stipends during one domestic and one overseas summer internship

How to Apply
The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship or Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship application consists of an online application, as well as the following supporting documents: a personal statement, Employment Data Form, GRE form, certification of citizenship, two letters of recommendation, official academic transcripts, an official Student Aid Report, which indicates your estimated family contribution, and a resume (2 pages maximum).

http://www.careers.state.gov/students/ug_students.html

Jessa

The Council of American Ambassadors provides six fellowships in honor of Ambassadors Walter and Leonore Annenberg. The Fellowship program combines mentoring by former U.S. ambassadors, practical training through internships at the Department of State and, in cooperation with The Fund for American Studies, academic studies in international affairs at Georgetown University, as well as residential housing on campus. The Fellowship provides a $6,000 award to each student that is applied to cover the cost of the program.
The Fellowships are open to undergraduate students who have completed their junior year prior to the commencement of their internships. Applicants should possess a strong interest in pursuing a career in diplomacy or international affairs, and their backgrounds should reflect a high level of academic excellence and leadership in extra-curricular activities. The Fellowships are available only during summer sessions.
The Fellowships are open to undergraduate students:

• who have completed their junior year prior to the commencement of their internships.
• who possess a strong interest in pursuing a career in diplomacy or international affairs,
• whose backgrounds should reflect a high level of academic excellence and leadership in extra-curricular activities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Tuition paid for six credit hours at Georgetown University
• Eight weeks of paid residential housing on Georgetown University’s campus

The Fellowships are available only during summer sessions.
Applications of persons chosen by the Department of State for internships in Washington, DC and who have authorized the Department to provide their information to other organizations will be forwarded to the Council of American Ambassadors for consideration. The Council will invite eligible candidates to apply for the Fellowship and provide the application instructions.
http://www.careers.state.gov/students/ug_students.html &
http://www.americanambassadors.org/
jEsSa

Global Health Conference

I got an email about a really cool opportunity today from the head of Global Studies.

There is a conference in Louisville, KY, November 12-14. It is called the Global Missions Health Conference. As you can probably guess it is about global health. It is an educational conference focused on learning about U.S. and international healthcare, and how to help those in need of better healthcare. The conference will also focus on poverty and the diseases associated with poverty. Several field experts, specializing in fields from dentistry to medical to nursing, will be there to help with the conference.

Here is the website where you can register or find out more:
http://www.medicalmissions.com/GMHC/Home.html

Internship with the U.S. State Department

Description: Internship

The U.S. State Department provides several opportunities for students of numerous majors from Political Science to Engineering. There are two categories: Domestic and Overseas. Each has its own programs and benefits. Both are unpaid internships, unless the applicant shows a need in their application.

The Overseas Internships allow students to work in U.S. embassies and consulates all over the world. Housing is often found at no cost to the interns.

The Domestic Internships are generally in Washington D.C., although there are a few other opportunities. Transportation in D.C. is paid for, but the intern must provide their own housing.

Interns work in the offices "write reports on human rights issues, assist with trade negotiations, assist with citizen's services..., help Americans in distress abroad, or organize conferences or visits of high-level officials." There are also opportunities to meet with senior level officials in the State Department and some social activities.

State Department Careers Site:
careers.state.gov

Hasta Luego
Nate

Internship at the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy

Description: Working Environment

The ICD working environment is multicultural and-lingual and generally based on team work. At present, 25 distinct national and cultural backgrounds lead to innovation in the development and coordination of projects. Work effort and individual creativity are appreciated and awarded with increased responsibility and the support of own initiatives. Further benefits of the internship are the availability of the ICD contact resources and immense networking opportunities during the preparation and hosting of high profile events involving panellists ranging from ambassadors to internationally accredited academics.

CONTACT INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL DIPLOMACY

Internship at the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy Germany Berlin: Berlin Term: Throughout the year Dates: Inquire for specific dates Description: Working Environment The ICD working environment is multicultural and-lingual and generally based on team work. At present, 25 distinct national and cultural backgrounds lead to innovation in the development and coordination of projects. Work effort and individual creativity are appreciated and awarded with increased responsibility and the support of own initiatives. Further benefits of the internship are the availability of the ICD contact resources and immense networking opportunities during the preparation and hosting of high profile events involving panellists ranging from ambassadors to internationally accredited academics. Highlights: Job Description Depending on the capacities and specific needs of the ICD, the working areas for interns are diverse and can be in the following areas: - Journalism for Cultural Diplomacy News - PR and marketing - Translation - Research - Project Development and Coordination - Planning special events or high-profile panel discussions. - Writing and editing reports and project summaries. - Building network partnerships and supporting outreach programs. - Monitoring foreign affairs as well as current issues pertaining to cultural diplomacy. Qualifications: Candidates who demonstrate the following qualifications will be considered: - Applicants should at least be an advanced undergraduate in History, Law, International Relations, Political Science, Communications, Economics, Business, Cultural or related studies. - Fluency in English (both writing and speaking). Any other language skills are considered an asset. - Ability to work independently as well as part of an international team environment. Intern Types : Education International Relations Marketing, Ad, PR Political Science/Politics

Jessa

http://www.internabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/59360

EMGIP - German State Parliaments Fellowship BERLIN/MUNCHEN

Here is an internship opportunity for candidates with:

* An adventurous outlook on life
* Strong, intermediate German skills
* Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at a U.S. or Canadian university
* At least 2 years of study in a field relating to international relations, public administration, political studies, law, economics, European studies, or German

Description: Kick-start your career with a paid internship at a German state parliament! EMGIP is a great opportunity for students interested in careers in regional government or specific policy issues such as the environment, education, or healthcare. EMGIP provides you with firsthand experience in government affairs while allowing you to improve your German language skills and enjoy life abroad. Specific job responsibilities vary according to your hosting Landtag, however all positions allow for professional and personal growth. Internships run from one to three months and U.S. and Canadian citizens are eligible to apply.

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Dates: The application deadline for the summer 2010 program is December 1, 2009. The application for the fall 2010 program is March 31, 2010.

Tschuss!

Jessa

http://www.internabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/43435

The Beginning of the Major hunt...

In case you didn't catch it from the general theme of the blog, Jessa and I are strongly considering having minors in German. With that said, the majors are proving a harder choice. I am currently in Chemical Engineering, but I'm faltering at the thought of being in a lab all day. I love being a problem solver and I excel in Math and Science courses, so it seems to be the logical choice. So here are my other choices for now:

- Communications Studies
- Political Science
- Global Studies

I went and talked to someone in the Communication Studies office today and he really caught my interest. He told me about how wide of a base Communication Studies offers for your future, and the wide range had everything I had considered so far. Opportunities from health awareness to the government. He also made a great point about how all organizations need some form of communications person. What really got my interest, however, was that the major focuses on how people communicate with each other, which is part of what has me interested in the other two.

For Global Studies I talked to the head of the major last week and he was really cool and informative. He told me how I can basically make it however I want. Being an interdisciplinary major it had Anthropology, Sociology, and Political Science tied in everywhere, and again, it dealt with how people relate with each other.

-Nate

Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program for Young Professionals (CBYX)

CBYX:

Description: The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals is a work/study scholarship program that gives participants an understanding of everyday life, education, and professional training in Germany, with a strong focus on cultural exchange. Funded by the US Congress and German Parliament (Bundestag), the program enables 75 Americans every year to work and study in Germany. The program year consists of:

* 2 months of intensive German language instruction at the Carl Duisberg Centren in Cologne, Radolfzell, and Saarbruecken (no prior German language skills required!)

* a semester (4 months) of classroom instruction in the participants career field at a German university or vocational school

* a 5-month internship in the participant's career field, all while living with a German host or in a shared-apartment.

Deine Jessa

http://www.internabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/43429

DAAD. A possibility...

Here is a site that has a variety of opportunities. It has internships for several majors and there are programs to study German and other subjects. There are links at the bottom of the page.

http://www.daad.org/?p=50407

Why Collaborative Clusters?

Ok, Nathan and I have been on the hunt for what our futures might include from narrowing down our majors to finding the right internships. Here with Collaborative Clusters we hope to explore scholarships, internships, and college major possibilities.

Bis Bald

Nathan & Jessa