The Summer Internship Program reflects the CPGC’s commitment to community outreach and to integrating academic learning with practical experience. Each summer, approximately 30 - 35 Haverford students are chosen to participate in the program, either domestically or internationally.

History
Since the summer internship program was established, the CPGC has sent more than 70 students to work in over 30 countries, including the United States. Interns have worked with a variety of organizations, from large international development agencies to small community-based groups. They have helped to address a wide array of pressing social issues, including post-conflict peace building, transitional justice, public health, education, gender inequality, education, fair trade, environmental degradation, sustainable development, cultural preservation and the arts. Interns’ contributions to their host organizations have ranged from conducting research, helping to develop networks and fundraise, providing needed English-language skills or instruction, and collaborating with local colleagues to help carry out grassroots programs in communities. Many CPGC internships have resulted in continuing relationships between Haverford students and their host countries, with interns going on to work in international public policy, research, education, journalism and the non-profit sector.

Integrated Service Learning
CPGC summer internships are part of an integrated learning experience. Those who have been awarded internships are required to participate in a series of pre-departure orientation sessions, culminating in an off-campus weekend to discuss health, safety and cross-cultural concerns. Upon their return to Haverford, interns enroll in a fall semester class designed to place social justice work in historical, cultural and political perspective. For the Fall 2005 semester, this course, GNP 201a, “Human Rights, Development and International Activism” will be taught by Prof. Leslie Dwyer (CPGC Academic Liaison). Returning interns are also encouraged to become involved in the work of the CPGC by participating in group projects, attending public talks, sharing their experiences with the campus community and designing their own projects for which they can apply to receive support through the many facets of the CPGC's Programming Funds.

Details and Eligibility
CPGC summer internships are 4-10 weeks in duration, usually scheduled from early June until mid-August. Interns are expected to work full-time (35-40 hours per week) for their host organizations. Interns receive an expenses budget tailored to their specific project, plus roundtrip airfare to their destination and all necessary vaccinations. Students on financial aid who have a summer earnings contribution may apply to the CPGC for additional funds to cover the earnings contribution. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply.

Every International Intern will be required to attend a weekend-long orientation. This year that orientation will be held the weekend of April 18.

Past Interns: Please browse through our list of past interns who have been supported through this fund.

Planning Tips: Check out our tips to help you prepare both your project and your proposal.

Applying
Our center supporst the following different types of summer internships:

• self-designed
• continuing connections internships
• independent student research
• senior bridge internships

Please note that these internship types are available for support for either a domestic or an international internship. Please click on the proper link above in order to learn more about the internship you are interested in.

Questions?
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Domestic Program Coordinator (if you are interested in a domestic internship), or the International Program Coordinator (if you are interested in an international internship).