Hindu American Congressional Internship, Summer 2012

Hindu American Congressional Internship, Summer 2012

Press Release
01/05/2012

It's that time again! It's time for all the undergraduate and graduate
students to apply to HAF's Congressional Internship Program for Summer
2012. The applications are now available online at http://www.hafsite.org/media/pr/hindu-american-congressional-internship-2012.

What is the Hindu American Congressional Internship?

It's a unique opportunity for selected applicants to spend approximately
eight weeks, between late-May and mid-July 2012, interning in a
Congressional office in Washington, D.C. Interns will work in a
fast-paced environment where they will experience first-hand the inner
workings of our nation's government. To learn about the experiences of
HAF's 2011 interns, please click here.

The internship is unpaid, but HAF will provide a stipend to cover housing costs as well as basic living expenses. Housing arrangements will be made by HAF through Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH DC) or GW Summer Housing.

Prior to the start of and during the internship, interns will spend time with HAF staff where they will discuss how best to present Hinduism to the
media and policy makers as well as learn about substantive policy issues
affecting Hindu Americans. HAF will also provide the opportunity to sit
down with staffers, lobbyists, think tank activists, and faith
advocates over the course of the internship.

The internship is open to undergraduates (rising Juniors and Seniors
preferred) and graduate students of all majors (including professional
graduate degrees).

Minimum Requirements for Application

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
At least 18 years old
Enrolled in good standing at an accredited U.S. university or college
Minimum GPA: 3.0

Basic Qualifications

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Strong team player
Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
Solid knowledge base of Hinduism and its practice
Strong interest in Hindu American advocacy

Applications are due Friday, February 3, 2012. But don't delay - spots are limited! The above information and applications are available online at http://www.hafsite.org/media/pr/hindu-american-congressional-internship-2012.

Apply today!

(The Hindu American Foundation is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, non-partisan organization promoting the Hindu and American ideals of understanding, tolerance and pluralism. )

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