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CBCF Congressional Internship Program

Synopsis
CBCF’s Congressional Internship program prepares college students and young professionals to become the next generation of leaders in public service by giving them first hand leadership experience by working with and learning from members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and other leaders in Washington, DC. Interns are exposed to processes that develop and implement national policies – from Capitol Hill to federal agencies. 

Program Objectives
The CBCF Congressional Internship program provides a unique opportunity for students to apply prior learning, to analyze issues, make decisions and overcome problems in a fast-paced work environment like Capitol Hill. Overall, the program has five core objectives:

1.      Communication
2.      Leadership and collaboration
3.      Career Opportunities and Professionalism
4.      Civic Engagement
5.      Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Benefits
While in the internship, students work five days a week, attend professional development events, and participate in leadership development projects. While on Capitol Hill, interns research legislation, prepare press releases, write op-editorials, write arguments for a position, organize and help to prepare for briefings and forums, and performing various office tasks. Interns will have the opportunity to attend internal meetings, local think tank events, professional development workshops, and network with interns from other institutions.

Many alumni become principled leaders, skilled policy analysts, informed advocates or return to their communities well-informed about politics, how to formulate legislation and policies, and with a network of peers. 

Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • U.S. citizenship or permit to work in the United States (CBCF Leadership Institute does not sponsor visas);
  • Currently enrolled as a junior or senior in an accredited, full-time undergraduate program;
  • Recent graduates are encouraged to apply so long as they have graduated less than 12 months from the internship start date;
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale;
  • Demonstrated interest in journalism, history, international relations, foreign policy, media arts, digital communications, public service, governance, and policy-making process;