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Applications for the 2021 Civic Fellowship Program are now closed.
Program Dates and Requirements
The International Leadership Foundation (ILF) is pleased to announce that the application process for the 2021 Civic Fellowship Program will be ongoing from now until January 22, 2021. Every year, ILF’s selection committee identifies approximately 30 outstanding Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander college students to spend 8 to 10 weeks interning at a federal agency in Washington D.C. during the summer.
Students accepted into the program are known as Civic Fellows and will receive a stipend of $2,000 upon program completion. In addition to their full-time federal internships, they will attend professional development workshops and leadership training. Fellows are responsible for their own travel, housing, and living expenses.
“One of ILF’s goals is to prepare and advocate for the next generation of leaders in public service,” shared Chairman of ILF Dr. Paul Hsu. “It is so important to increase exposure and understanding of civic engagement so that young leaders can take action to support their communities in relevant ways.”
Based on the interests and majors of selected Civic Fellowship candidates, ILF will help place them with federal agencies, congressional offices, or the White House.
Undergraduate students of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders heritage are encouraged to apply.
Students accepted into the program are known as Civic Fellows and will receive a stipend of $2,000 upon program completion. In addition to their full-time federal internships, they will attend professional development workshops and leadership training. Fellows are responsible for their own travel, housing, and living expenses.
“One of ILF’s goals is to prepare and advocate for the next generation of leaders in public service,” shared Chairman of ILF Dr. Paul Hsu. “It is so important to increase exposure and understanding of civic engagement so that young leaders can take action to support their communities in relevant ways.”
Based on the interests and majors of selected Civic Fellowship candidates, ILF will help place them with federal agencies, congressional offices, or the White House.
Undergraduate students of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders heritage are encouraged to apply.
Applicant Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- U.S. Citizens - Full-time undergraduate - Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA - Active participation in public and/or community service - Applicants from a diverse array of disciplines are encouraged |
Application Requirements
What to Submit
- All official transcripts (must be mailed and postmarked from University before January 22, 2021 deadline) - Resume - At least 1 Letter of Recommendation (can be mailed directly from reference or emailed to fellow@ileader.org) >> Recommender must include contact information and handwritten signature >> Subject line must read "RECOMMENDATION - Lastname, Firstname" - Completed application form (below) |
Answering the Short Answer Questions
All questions must be answered on the application form. Please be succinct yet thorough. Qualified candidates will demonstrate ability to write well thought-out, concise, and detailed content.
1. Why are you interested in becoming a Civic Fellow, and how do you intend to contribute to the program and your surrounding community? 2. Provide an example of how you have demonstrated leadership. 3. What are the public policy issues that interest you, and why? 4. Given the many challenges that face the AAPI community, what strategies do you recommend to better reflect the AAPI voice in national decision making? |
Where to Submit Your Application Reqs.All official transcripts and letter(s) of recommendation must be mailed to
International Leadership Foundation Civic Fellowship Selection Committee 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Suite 700 Washington, DC 20004 Recommendation, if emailed Send to fellow@ileader.org - Professor/Recommender must include contact information and a handwritten signature - Subject line and file must read "RECOMMENDATION - Lastname, Firstname" Resume (PDF file) will be uploaded through application form. |
After Applying for the Fellowship
Students will be given detailed program information post-acceptance
– Program Application: Applications are open now until January 22, 2021
– Program Acceptance: Accepted students will be notified between before the end of February
– Placement Notification: Fellows are usually notified about their placements by the end of April
– Start Date: Internships start the first 2 weeks of June and last a minimum of 8 weeks. Later start dates can be arranged only when a student’s academic schedule conflicts with the start date.
– End Date: End of July or mid-August
– Program Application: Applications are open now until January 22, 2021
– Program Acceptance: Accepted students will be notified between before the end of February
– Placement Notification: Fellows are usually notified about their placements by the end of April
– Start Date: Internships start the first 2 weeks of June and last a minimum of 8 weeks. Later start dates can be arranged only when a student’s academic schedule conflicts with the start date.
– End Date: End of July or mid-August
Fellowship Commitments
- Fellows are required to support their internship offices full-time (M-F, 9-5) during their 8- to 10-week internship duration
- Additionally, Fellows participate in and attend mandatory ILF-organized events which include training, workshops, and tours. These events typically take place several evenings during the work week as well as some weekends. Events are subject to change but are provided in calendar form to Fellows for ease of access and obtaining up-to-date information.
– Mandatory Events: Professional development, career training, networking, Monuments Tour, and the Annual ILF Scholarship & Awards Gala, hosted by ILF federal, private, and non-profit partners as well as ILF alumni and Executive Team.
– Assignments: Blog posts, short speaking assignments as shared by Program Director, and writing and presenting on public policy interests during the Emerging Leaders Policy Forum.
– Post-Program: If notified, complete Exit Interview or program survey with Program Director, submit a signed receipt for the scholarship, other assignments upon request from Program Coordinator and/or Program Director.
Additional Program Information
– Internship Placement: ILF arranges the internships by matching students with offices based on interests expressed in their application.
– Travel & Housing: Students will be responsible for their travel arrangements, housing, and other living expenses. Past ILF Fellows have recommended housing options from American University, George Washington University, and Georgetown University. Housing in the DC metropolitan area can range from $1,000 – $2,500 for a 8-week stay.
– Internship Placement: ILF arranges the internships by matching students with offices based on interests expressed in their application.
– Travel & Housing: Students will be responsible for their travel arrangements, housing, and other living expenses. Past ILF Fellows have recommended housing options from American University, George Washington University, and Georgetown University. Housing in the DC metropolitan area can range from $1,000 – $2,500 for a 8-week stay.