National HEP/CAMP Association Internship Application

INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

Deadline: January 27, 2020
Description

Four to six current CAMP students or HEP graduates in their first year at a post-secondary institution will be selected to participate in the National HEP/CAMP Association Internship Program. The participants will travel to Washington, D.C. to take part in a ten-week internship. Expected internship placements include congressional offices, the Office of Migrant Education, and the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans.
In congressional offices the interns greet visitors, answer the telephone and constituent requests for general information, tours, and other inquiries. This position monitors delivery and pickup of materials, maintains the front office, and assists with various administrative and legislative duties. The interns assist in providing research for and responding to letters from constituents and other interested parties. The interns interact with political and community leaders, learning about the federal government, policy development and implementation, and grassroots advocacy.

In the Office of Migrant Education, the intern works with the HEP & CAMP team in a variety of tasks including policy discussions, preparing for the HEP & CAMP Annual Directors’ Meeting, working with project files, and providing a limited amount of data management. The intern also assists the MEP staff with monitoring reports, guidance documents, preparing for the OME Conference, and working with state files. The intern also attends policy briefings and other pertinent meetings attended by OME leadership and/or staff.

In the Office of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, the intern performs data entry and manages an office database, greets and escorts visitors, and collects research and data on Latino education. The intern participates in staff meetings, assists the chief of staff in preparing reports, helps in the planning of upcoming events and responds to constituent inquiries.

All interns will have a number of opportunities to participate in various seminars and leadership activities in the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Internship Program.

Only one application per program will be considered, and the application must be submitted by the HEP/CAMP Staff and signed by program director.

Internship Tentative Dates:

May 23, 2020	D.C. Arrival
May 24 - May 31, 2020	Orientation and Exploration of D.C.
June 1, 2020	Internship Start Date
July 31, 2020	Internship End Date
August 1 , 2020	Return Home

Association Provides:
- Airfare
- Housing
- Stipend
- Clothing Allowance
- METRO Card

Student Eligibility

To be eligible for the National HEP/CAMP Association Internship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a current 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 form along with

Personal Statement (2 - 3 pgs addressing farmwork experience)

Resume (include volunteer experience, leadership activities and awards)

Two Recommendation Letters (one must be from outside HEP/CAMP program)

Qualifying Document (COE, WIA, or Employment Verification)

Unoffical School Transcipt (must include GPA and credits)

Current Class Schedule (Spring 2020)

Other Criteria
1) DIRECTOR APPROVAL
Program director must sign the application. Without it, the application will not be considered official or complete.

2) INCOMPLETE/LATE APPLICATIONS
Applications missing supporting documentation will not be considered. Applications submitted after Monday, January 27, 2020 will not be considered.

It is the applicant's responsiblity to notify the National HEP/CAMP Association of any changes in address or phone number during the selection and notification processes.
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. You will also need to complete the application in one sitting, so please make sure you have the necessary items, which are outlined above.
Have you read and understood the instructions? *

Yes, I have

Student Information
Student Full Name *

First Name Last Name
Birth Date *

Month Day Year
Gender *
Home Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number
Mobile Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number
School Email *
(A confirmation will be sent to this email address)
Major and number of credits earned as of January 2020 *
(Example: Political Science; 30 credits)
Cumulative GPA *

Home Address *

Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City	State
Zip Code	Country

Emergency Contact Information
Name *

First Name Last Name
Relationship to Student *
Home Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number
Mobil Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number
Work Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number

Address *

Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City	State / Province
Postal / Zip Code	Country

Background Information

Please answer the following questions (250 word limit):
Why are you interested in an internship in our organization? *

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

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

0/250
Describe your most meaningful leadership experience: *

0/250

Supporting Documents

Upload the following documents as one single PDF file:

Personal Statement (2 - 3 pgs) addressing the following:

How has growing up in a migrant/seasonal farm working family and your life’s experiences shaped your character.
How has your background affected your education and future goals.
The impact HEP or CAMP has had during your first year in school.
How will this internship impact your long-term involvement with issues related to farmworkers.

Resume (include volunteer experience, leadership activities and awards)

Two Recommendation Letters (one must be from outside HEP/CAMP program)

Qualifying Document (COE, WIA, or Employment Verification)

Unoffical School Transcipt (must include GPA and credits)

Current Class Schedule (Spring 2020)

Note: Missing documents will make the application incomplete.

Select "Browse Files" to upload your documents. *

Browse Files

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Additional Information
For informational purposes only, please indicate your internship preference. There is no guarantee you will be placed in the office you select. *

Office of Migrant Education Office of Rep Grijalva White House Initiative UFA No Preference

HEP/CAMP Program Information

(This section must be completed by the CAMP Director or HEP Director where diploma was earned)
Name of HEP or CAMP Institution/Agency Attended *
Name of HEP or CAMP Program Director recommending student *

First Name Last Name
Director's Phone Number *

Area Code Phone Number
Director's Email *
(A confirmation will be sent to this email address)
Select Institution *

Quarter Semester 2 Year IHE 4 Year IHE
Director's E-Signature - By signing below the director verifies that the student is eligible for the National HEP/CAMP Association Internship Program. *
Additional Staff Contact Information

Please list the staff responsible for providing and receiving internship information. You will not need to complete this if the director is the contact person.
Name

First Name Last Name
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number

Area Code Phone Number

Student E-Signature
By signing this application:

1) 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 Internship Program I must meet the minimum requirements listed in the Eligibility section of this application.

2) I hereby grant and authorize the National HEP/CAMP Association 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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INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

Description

Internship Tentative Dates:

Association Provides:

Student Eligibility

Other Criteria

Please Read Before You Begin!

Student Information

Emergency Contact Information

Background Information

Supporting Documents

Additional Information

HEP/CAMP Program Information

Additional Staff Contact Information

Student E-Signature