The FYI Program began in 2003 as an effort to raise awareness to federal policymakers about the needs and unique perspectives of young adults who spent time in U.S. foster care. CCAI works with congressional offices to secure a congressional internship for each intern. In addition, CCAI organizes orientation, retreats, advocacy training and various networking opportunities with experts in child welfare, government and business.
WORTH
- Interns benefit both personally and professionally, gaining experience and skills that will bolster their careers for years to come
- This is an immersive nine-week, educational and civic experience
- CCAI provides a weekly stipend funded through donations received for interns, as well as covers major expenses such as housing in Washington, D.C., transportation to/from Washington, D.C., and public transportation to/from the congressional office internship
ELIGIBILITY
- Applicants are expected to have strong writing, grammar and research skills
- Applicants are required to have a strong interest in improving federal child welfare policy
- Applicants are required to have spent at least 24 consecutive months and/or at least a total of 36 months in foster care during any point in their lives and be willing to share their experiences to raise awareness and effect change
- Applicants are required to have completed at least four semesters at an accredited institution of higher learning, such as a college, university, or vocational school by the start of the internship (May 29, 2018)
- Applicants are required to have completed the Spring 2017 semester at an accredited institution of higher learning such as a college, university or vocational school prior to the internship (May 29, 2018)
- Applicants are required to be in Washington, D.C. for the entire duration of the program (May 29 – July 27, 2018) and participate in all mandatory weekend and evening events.
DEADLINE: January 16, 2018
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