TheList

Updated list of scholarship opportunities (and related topics) with an emphasis toward (but not exclusive to) Historically Black Colleges and Universities and African-American Students
-Barry Wynn

Sunday, April 30, 2006

The White House Internship Program offers an excellent opportunity to explore public service. The White House is seeking exceptional candidates to apply for this highly competitive program. In addition to normal office duties, interns attend weeklylectures, tours, and complete an intern service project. Interns may serve a term
in the Fall, Spring or Summer. All candidates must be at least 18 years of age, hold United States citizenship, and be enrolled in a college or university.

Please explore the White House Intern Website for additional information at http://www.whitehouse.gov/government/wh-intern.html

To apply, read and complete the White House Intern Application. A strong application includes the following:

sound academic credentials

history of community involvement and leadership

solid verbal/written communication skills

demonstrated interest in public service

Completed application materials must be submitted to Karen Race, Deputy Director and Intern Coordinator in the office of White House Personnel, at intern_application@whitehouse.gov prior to the following deadlines:


Applications due June 16, 2006 for FALL 2006
term (September 5 to December 15, 2006) Applications due October 13, 2006 for SPRING 2007 term (January 9 to May 11, 2007)

If you have questions you may contact Karen Race by phone, (202) 456-5979 or by e-mail, intern_application@whitehouse.gov