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Developmental Programs and Internships

The Honors College 's Office of Undergraduate Research is committed to assisting students in finding and applying for scholastic internships as well as other enrichment opportunities such as selecting external research programs, scholarships, volunteering or service projects, and summer programs. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at 713-743-3367 or email us at undergrad-research@uh.edu if you would like more information on any of the opportunities listed on our website.

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Below are brief descriptions of the eligibility requirements and descriptions of enrichment programs and internships available to undergraduate students. If you have any questions, or would like more information on these awards please contact Karen Weber at the Office of Undergraduate Research or at 713-743-3367.

Alfa Fellowship Program

The Alfa Fellowship Program is a high-level professional development exchange program placing qualified American citizens in work assignments at leading Russian organizations in the fields of business, economics, journalism, law, public policy, and government. This program is designed to foster a new generation of future American leaders with in-depth practical experience in the modern business and public policy environment of the Russian Federation. The application deadline is in December. To find out more information on the particular award, visit their website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Robert Bosch Fellowship

The Robert Bosch Fellowship program that enables young American professionals to participate in an intensive work and study program in Germany. The program provides young American professionals (ages 23-34) with placement in the federal and private sector of Germany.  Candidates are competitively chosen from the fields of business administration, economics, journalism, law, political science and public policy.  The application deadline is in October. To find out more information on the particular award, visit their website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.  

Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals

The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals program has a strong focus on cultural exchange and is designed to give participants understanding for everyday life, education, and professional training in Germany and the United States. The program is intended primarily for young adults (18-24) in business, technical, vocational, and agricultural fields, though applicants from all fields are encouraged to apply. The duration is 12 months and the deadline is in early December. To find out more information on the particular award, visit their website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs

The Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs is a nine-month, full-time, post-graduate experiential leadership-training program which introduces 68 diverse, intelligent and driven young public servants to all aspects of the public affairs arena. The Fellows Program in Public Affairs is conducted in Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, and St. Louis.

All candidates must have a bachelor's degree by the start of the program, and be committed to excellence in public affairs. The deadline is in the beginning of January of each year. For more information contact the Coro Fellows Program or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

DC Internships

The “live, learn, intern” experience through DC Internships offers an immersive curriculum to students combining coursework from Georgetown University with an internship experience. The program provides apartment-style housing in Washington DC, and sponsors special activities with its alumni network and with current executives working in DC. The internship also includes career development activities, site briefings, and lectures led by policy experts. Summer and semester programs are available. The application is online and there is no deadline for this program. For more information, consult www.dcinternships.org or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship for Minority Students

The William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship for Minority Students at the Aspen Institute offers a scholarship grant of between $2,500 and $5,000 to minority students interested in pursuing careers in philanthropy, voluntarism, and nonprofit organizations. Applicants may be undergraduates or graduate students from an underrepresented community. Candidates should be U.S. citizens demonstrating academic excellence; strong writing and communication skills; a background in either the social sciences or the humanities; and financial need. The position offers a 10-12 week internship in Washington, DC at the office of the Aspen Institute. Please be aware travel and housing costs must be covered by the student. For more information, contact the ASPANET website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

House of Representatives

The House of Representatives publishes an annual listing online of internship opportunities for undergraduates, graduates and law students. The information is provided by federal departments and agencies. It does not include all opportunities available, but provides information on many openings from a wide array of departments in the federal government. For more information, consult www.house.gov/watt/Services/Internshipguide2005.pdf or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

Institute for Humane Studies

Each year the Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) awards over $400,000 in scholarships to students from universities around the world. IHS also sponsors the attendance of hundreds of students at its summer seminars and provides various forms of career assistance. Through these and other programs, the IHS promotes the study of liberty across a broad range of disciplines; encouraging understanding, open inquiry, rigorous scholarship, and creative problem solving.  Among other programs, the IHS offers internships for journalists, broadcast journalists, and film and TV production.  For more information, consult the IHS website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program

The Barbara Jordan Health Policy Scholars Program brings talented African American, Latino, American Indian/Alaska Native, and Asian/Pacific Islander college seniors and recent graduates to Washington , D.C. , where they are placed in Congressional offices and learn about health policy. Through the nine-week program, scholars gain knowledge about federal legislative procedure and health policy issues, while further developing their critical thinking and leadership skills. Scholars receive approximately $7,000 in support, which includes a stipend of $1,500 upon completion of the program; a daily expense allowance for meals and local transportation; transportation and airfare to and from Washington, D.C.; and lodging at Howard University in Washington, D.C.

Eligible candidates must be U.S. citizens who will be seniors or recent graduates of an accredited U.S. college or university in the fall of 2006. Candidates are selected based on academic performance, interest in health policy, demonstrated leadership potential and community involvement. For more information, visit the Barbara Jordan Health Policy website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

JET Program

The JET Program aims to promote internationalization at the local level by inviting young overseas graduates to assist in international exchange and foreign language education in local governments, boards of education and junior and senior high schools throughout Japan.

There are two positions for the JET program: the CIR and the ALT. The Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) is engaged in international activities, and is placed in offices of local governments or related organizations such as international associations, universities and convention bureaus. The Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) is engaged in language instruction, and participates mainly in local boards of education or publicly run junior and senior high schools.

Applicants should be US citizens, under 40 years of age, interested in Japan, Japanese culture, and Japanese educational systems, and have attained a bachelor's degree by the start of the program. Candidates must demonstrate a desire to work with children and should be physically and mentally healthy. All participants are expected to continue their study of the Japanese language prior to the and after completing the program term. For more information, consult http://www.jetprogramme.org/, or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

Charles G. Koch Summer Fellow Program

The Charles G. Koch Summer Fellow Program offers internships in public policy and nonprofit leadership, located in Washington, DC, and at state-based policy organizations across the country. In addition to the internship, the program includes career workshops, seminars and speakers, a $1,500 stipend, and housing and travel costs.  The deadline is in January. For more information, consult the IHS (Koch) website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Math for America – Newton Fellowship Program

The Newton Fellowship Program, funded by Math for America , focuses on the shortage of adequately qualified mathematics teachers in our nation's public high schools. The Newton Fellowship Program trains mathematically talented individuals to become high school math teachers and supports them in the early years of their careers. The program currently operates in New York City and is endorsed by the New York City Department of Education. MfA will appoint over 180 Newton Fellows in NYC between 2004 and 2008. MfA expects to expand the program to other cities in the future.

Newton fellows receive a stipend of $90,000 over five years, obtain a full tuition scholarship to master's level teacher preparation program at Teachers College/Columbia University or New York University , achieve a position as a high school math teacher in New York City , and earn a New York State Teaching Certification and New York City teacher's salary.

The Math for America Newton Fellowship Program seeks recent college graduates and mid-career professionals who know and enjoy math, enjoy working with teenagers, possess excellent communication skills, and have a strong interest in a career in teaching. For more information, consult http://www.mathforamerica.org/, or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) offers a variety of scholarships and internships for student athletes.  To find out more information on the particular awards and deadlines, visit their website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

National Council for Science and the Environment

The National Council for Science and the Environment (NCSE) offers internships for students and recent graduates during the summer and the academic year. Interns will have the unique opportunity to be involved in a number of programs and projects at the NCSE. Interns receive a monthly stipend of $1300 per month, and make connections with prominent scientists, politicians, and environmentalists. Interns are encouraged to attend events and meetings in DC and on Capitol Hill, and are often invited to briefings, seminars and conferences. Internships typically last for three months, but there are often opportunities for extension and promotion. For more information, consult http://www.ncseonline.org/ or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

Partnership for Public Services

The Partnership for Public Services works to make the government an employer of choice for talented, dedicated Americans through educational outreach, research, legislative advocacy, and hands-on partnerships with agencies on workforce management issues. For instance, they offer a fellows program for internships in Washington , D.C. , and have a search function on their website for people searching for positions within the government. The applications are online and deadlines are posted for each opportunity. For more information, consult www.ourpublicservice.org/workforusa/ or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

Southern Education Foundation Non-Profit and Foundation Internships

In 2004, the Southern Education Foundation (SEF) initiated a unique program of outreach to young people to commemorate the 50-year anniversary of the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. Board of Education. The aim was to expose a new generation of highly motivated and gifted college upperclassmen and graduate students to the importance of improving education for all, especially low-income people who need help the most.  By placing students to serve as interns in leading Southern foundations and non-profit organizations concerned with fairness and improvements in education policy and practice, SEF sought to create new leaders to help the South continue its progress in improving education opportunity.

Interns participate in an in-depth orientation program that exposes them to outstanding speakers and information about education policy and practices; work with cutting edge non-profit, corporate and foundation leaders; develop an independent project about what they have learned; and present what they have learned at a special debriefing at the end of the internship.  The program provides a stipend of $3,000 for undergraduates and $3,500 for graduate students.  For more information, visit the SEF website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research. 

Teach for America

Teach For America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates of all academic majors who commit two years to teach in urban and rural public schools, and become lifelong leaders in the effort to expand educational opportunity. School districts hire Teach For America corps members through state-approved alternative certification programs, whereby corps members must meet specific requirements and demonstrate proficiency in the grades and subject areas they will teach. Corps members attend a rigorous summer training institute designed to help them understand the overarching approach utilized by successful teachers in low-income communities and to provide the training needed to become highly effective teachers.

Candidates must have at least a 2.5 GPA, have attained a bachelor's degree by the first day of the summer institute, and must be citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents of the United States. Applicants must also demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, an ability to influence and motivate others, organizational abilities, a desire to work relentlessly in pursuit of Teach For America's mission, and possess high expectations for students and families in low-income communities.

The application deadline is November 2nd, January 4th & February 15th. For more information, consult http://www.teachforamerica.org/, or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

U.S. Department of Justice

The U.S. Department of Justice hires approximately 1,000 law students each summer from across the country to work as volunteer legal interns. Summer positions are available through the Department's Management Offices, Litigation Divisions and Offices, Legal and Policy Offices, Investigatory and Law Enforcement Offices, and the U.S. Attorneys' Offices around the country. Information on how to pursue these volunteer legal intern positions is available online at www.usdoj.gov/oarm/arm/int/volunteerads.htm#s1 or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

Washington Center

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC) is a vital nonprofit organization serving hundreds of colleges and universities in the U.S. and other countries by providing participants challenging opportunities to work and learn in Washington, D.C. for academic credit. The Washington Center charges a fee, similar to tuition, for each program it offers during the year, but financial assistance is available for students.

There are also opportunities to study abroad with an internship to London or Monterrey. London is available during the fall, spring and summer terms and Monterrey is available during the summer term. Designed as a ten-day seminar in the nation's capital followed by an internship placement with programming and academic study in London or Monterrey, these programs focus on a comparative understanding of professional, cultural and political life in the two countries. 

Applicants must be at least in sophomore standing at the time of completing the application and have at least a 2.75 GPA. Candidates must contact the campus liaison prior to submitting an application. Institutional endorsement from a campus liaison is required. The Washington Center operates multiple programs year-round, so deadlines vary. For more information, consult http://www.twc.edu/, or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu.

 

 

 
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