USDA HEPCAMP Internship Application

USDA HEPCAMP Internship Program Application

Deadline: February 28, 2025
Internship Information

The National HEP/CAMP Association has partnered with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to offer a paid 10-week summer internship in Washington, D.C. to students from farmworker backgrounds. Interns will work in various USDA agencies 40 hours/week from Monday to Friday and must be available to work during core business hours between 6:30 am – 6:00 pm Eastern Time.

Student Eligibility

To be eligible for the HEP/CAMP - USDA Internship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a current or former CAMP participant or HEP graduate attending a post-secondary institution (Please note that HEP graduates must have completed one academic term in the institution to qualify)
- Submit a completed application along with:
  - Resume (include volunteer experience, leadership activities and awards)
  - Two Recommendation Letters
  - Unofficial School Transcript (must include GPA and credits)
Other Criteria:
- DIRECTOR APPROVAL
  Program director must sign the application (Email will be sent to program director for signature). Without it, the application will not be considered complete.
- INCOMPLETE/LATE APPLICATIONS
  Applications missing supporting documentation will not be considered. Applications submitted after February 28, 2025 will not be considered.
  
  It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the National HEP/CAMP Association of any changes in address or phone number during the selection and notification processes.
  (Please contact our administrator at doone@usf.edu ; 813-974-5806.)
Please Read Before You Begin!

This application has a series of required fields marked with a red asterisk. You will be unable to submit the application unless ALL the required fields are entered, please make sure to have the necessary documents, which is outlined above. If needed, you will be able to save the application.
Have you read and understood the instructions?*

Yes, I have

Emergency Contact Information
Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Relationship to Student:*
Primary Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Work Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Background Information

Please answer the following questions (see word limit):
Note: We strongly suggest that you use a word processing application (e.g., MS Word, Google Docs) to check for proper grammar and spelling before submitting your responses.
Why are you interested in this internship? (250 words)*

0/250
What specific experience would you like to gain through this internship? (250 words)*

0/250
Briefly describe your long-term goals (250 words):*

0/250
Describe your most meaningful leadership experience (250 words):*

0/250
Two-part Short Essay. Make sure to address both topics (500 words):
- Please briefly discuss your farmworker experience and share how this experience has shaped your understanding of agriculture.
- How do you envision your farm working experience playing a role during and after your internship with USDA?
0/500

I have an interest in the following topic(s). (Select 5 topics. Rank from Most Interested to Least Interested):
Topic 1
Topic 2
Topic 3
Topic 4
Topic 5
During my internship experience, I am interested in improving my knowledge and skills in the following areas. (Select 5 areas, Rank from Most interested to Least interested):
Area 1
Area 2
Area 3
Area 4
Area 5
In addition to the internship, I look forward to the following (Select all that apply):

Professional networking eventsFederal agency visitsLegislative meetings or eventsAttending private or public conferencesJob shadowingOn-the-job trainingResume-writing and mock interview workshopsProfessional Development workshopsStakeholder Engagement Opportunities

Supporting Documents

Upload supporting documents in a single PDF file:

Resume (include volunteer experience, leadership activities and awards)

Two Recommendation Letters

Unofficial School Transcript (must include GPA and credits)

Select "Browse Files" to upload your documents. *

Browse Files

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Director Approval
A separate email will be sent to verify participation in a HEP or CAMP program.

Please list director's contact information below:
Name of HEP or CAMP Program Director *

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Director's Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Director's Email*
(A confirmation will be sent to this email address)

Student E-Signature
By signing this application:

I verify that the information included hereby is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that in order to be eligible for National HEP/CAMP - USDA Internship Program I must meet the minimum requirements listed in the Eligibility section of this application.

I hereby grant and authorize the National HEP/CAMP Association and USDA the right to take, edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, distribute and make use of any and all written work, pictures or video taken of me to be used and/or for legally promotional materials including, but not limited to newsletters, flyers, posters, brochures, advertisement, press kits, websites, social networking sites, and other print and digital communications, without payment or any other considerations. This authorization extends to all languages, media, formats, and markets now known or hereafter devised. This authorization shall continue indefinitely unless I otherwise revoke said authorization in writing. I understand and agree that these materials shall become the property of the National HEP/CAMP Association and will not be returned.
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USDA HEPCAMP Internship Program Application

Please Read Before You Begin!

Student Information

Emergency Contact Information

Background Information

Supporting Documents

Director Approval

Optional Demographic Questions:

Student E-Signature