CAPAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Each summer, the Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) places over 10 summer interns in the U.S. Federal Government. These internship positions are open to ALL MAJORS, and are suited for individuals looking to gain real-world federal government experience. CAPAL has partnerships with federal agencies including Agricultural Research Services, Forest Service, and Rural Development.
Each CAPAL intern will be awarded a $2,000 stipend to support the successful completion of their internship. Up to $500 travel stipends will be available for each intern as well. Depending on the intern’s interests and placement, duties could include, but are not limited to policy or scientific research, project coordination/management, business, law, or communications. Applicants are asked to specify their preferences on the application, and those selected will be placed based on their interests and skills. Agricultural knowledge is not required. These internships are suitable for all students interested in government and public policy.
For more information on the federal departments CAPAL places interns, please visit the links below.
CAPAL will also mentor all selected interns and provide guidance in transitioning to Washington, D.C. including how to locate housing, how to navigate the city, and how to make the best of their summer in the nation’s capital.
The early internship application deadline is generally in early March for the following summer. For more information or questions, please contact CAPAL at: scholarships@capal.org
Click below to download the application form and instructions. Furthermore, please be sure to look at the duties and experiences of the 2009 interns to better understand the opportunities CAPAL offers.
