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Tyler Perry Studios DREAMERS

Tyler Perry Studios DREAMERS is a paid program where you can receive college credit for your experience. Participants will gain work experience as well as meet professionals who are available as excellent contacts and mentors. You will be able to apply classroom and textbook knowledge to real life atmospheres.

National Student Leadership Forum

The National Student Leadership Forum, held November 8-10, 2024, in Washington, D.C., brings together young leaders from diverse backgrounds to explore leadership principles inspired by Jesus of Nazareth and other historic figures such as Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.

Congressional Fellows Program

The Congressional Fellows Program is a two-month summer opportunity for current undergraduate students (aged 18-24). A small group of 35 students are selected each year to live, work and learn together in Washington, D.C. Fellows live in the Cornerstone Intern House with other students working in…

FosterClub All-Star Internship

The FosterClub All-Star Internship Program was founded on the belief that youth who have successfully transitioned from foster care to responsible young adulthood are best suited to impact the transition of their younger peers. The program empowers former foster youth to serve as role models and mentors for those still in care, sharing their experiences to inspire and guide others. Through leadership development and advocacy training.

Foster Youth Internship Program

The Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute’s (CCAI) Foster Youth Internship (FYI) Program® is a competitive national internship for students and recent graduates with lived experience in foster care who are interested in federal policy and advocacy. Participants write a federal child welfare policy report and are placed in the Washington, D.C. legislative offices of Members of the U.S. Congress. The program provides a unique opportunity for interns to directly influence federal child welfare policy.

Emerging Leaders Internship Program

The Emerging Leaders Internship Program, sponsored by Walmart, is a semester-long initiative that develops young leaders by providing hands-on experience in congressional offices, committees, subcommittees, or federal agencies, equipping interns with skills, networks, and experience to drive positive change locally and nationally.

Pathways to C-Suite Internship Program

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) has expanded its Leadership Institute to include the Pathways to C-Suite Internship Program. This initiative pairs undergraduate and postgraduate African American students with top executives in the private sector, offering a unique opportunity to understand how public policy is influenced and developed at various organizational levels.

The CBCF Communications Internship Program

The CBCF Communications Internship Program, sponsored by State Farm, offers college seniors and recent graduates a semester-long opportunity to gain experience in press and media relations on Capitol Hill. This internship provides hands-on experience working with press secretaries or communications directors in various congressional offices, committees.

NextGen Latino Leadership Program

Have you ever dreamed of visiting our nation’s capital and learning how our government works? The CHCI NextGen Latino Leadership Program offers Latino high school rising juniors and seniors an all-expenses-paid leadership experience in Washington, D.C. Spend a week exploring the city, attending civic engagement and leadership workshops, and building lasting friendships. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to meet with Latino leaders

Congressional Internship Program (CIP)

CHCI’s Congressional Internship Program (CIP) offers paid internships during the Summer and Fall, designed to fit your college schedule. This program immerses students in the legislative process and Latino leadership development. Interns work closely with accomplished leaders, including CHCI Alumni, from diverse fields such as Capitol Hill, Fortune 500 companies, NGOs, and nonprofits dedicated to Latino education and leadership.

Public Policy Fellow

Step into a transformative journey as a CHCI Public Policy Fellow. This nine-month paid fellowship is designed for recent college graduates eager to gain invaluable public policy experience and advance their careers. You will work in Washington, D.C., engaging with leaders from congressional offices, federal agencies, national nonprofits, and the private sector, while enhancing your professional skills and personal growth. This unique opportunity will immerse you in the heart of policymaking.

Latino Hill Staff Academy

The Latino Hill Staff Academy (LHSA) is a non-partisan, bicameral leadership program dedicated to the professional and leadership development of Latino/a/x Capitol Hill Staffers, at every role and level, in the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives.

Step into Success Pilot Program

Step into Success is a pilot program designed for former foster youth ages 16 to 26 in Tallahassee, FL. This comprehensive initiative offers personalized support and resources tailored to help participants achieve their educational and career goals. Participants will benefit from networking events and community engagement activities, fostering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Kennedy Center Internship Program

The Kennedy Center Internship Program is a holistic and rigorous professional development initiative designed to elevate you as a future leader in the arts, culture, and non-profit sectors. You will spend significant time at the Kennedy Center in individual placements, gaining valuable work experience and technical skills in your chosen field.