If accepted, what happens to my current financial “Interning in Congress opened
aid and scholarships the semester I intern? numerous doors in my life I had never considered. The connections I To ensure you are eligible for consideration of aid, you made and the work I did will forever must be enrolled in a half-time course load (according to influence my future career path.” the UNT Registrar) or obtain a waiver (through Financial Aid office) during the semester you intern. Brian Carman The criteria for scholarships vary from scholarship to scholarship. You should confirm the requirements of your scholarship to determine any restrictions. Scholarship Governmental Internship criteria may be obtained from the department of your major, University Scholarship Office, or the external “My semester in Washington was one of the most transformative donor of your award. You can work with your academic Program experiences of my UNT career. Being advisor to determine what other courses (in addition to a congressional intern gave me an your internship hours) would work for your schedule. exclusive insight into government and politics that I would not have What semester is the internship available? had anywhere else, and it broadened The NTDC internship program is available for the fall, both my perspective and career goals. The memories, experiences, and spring and summer I. Fall and spring internships last the Simon Lopez friendships I made in D.C. have helped length of the semester (approximately 15-16 weeks). me grow as a person and are something Summer I internships are shorter, lasting about six weeks. that I will always treasure.”
Will the placement offices provide compensation
for the work done be interns? Most internship in the NTDC program are unpaid; “A successful internship should leave however some offices may choose to compensate their that person with a renewed since of direction and purpose. That is certainly interns with modest stipends. how I felt after returning from my internship last fall in the Washington, What is the application process? D.C. office of U.S. Senator Kay Bailey After applications are turned in, a select number will be Hutchison. As an Press Intern, I gained chosen to continue the interview process. Each applicant in depth understanding about politics and media from inside the nerve chosen must attend one group interview and an individual center of American journalism and Zakiyah Johnson panel interview. After all interviews have been conducted, government. My experience interning a committee will select the final group that will be offered through the NTDC Program has opened an array of opportunities for the opportunity to participate in the NTDC program. me and I am truly grateful for them.” Is the cost of food and travel included in the cost of housing paid for by the program? No, it is not. Although it is enough to cover all costs, the stipend you receive is intended to assist with expenses For More Information such as food and transportation. Vice President for Student Affairs Hurley Administration Building, Suite 202 940-565-4909 | ntdc@unt.edu www.unt.edu The NTDC Scholarship How To Apply This scholarship program was established to provide • All applicants must provide the following information: University of North Texas students an opportunity to participate • An application form first-hand in the American political process and learn how various • A recent photograph Washington DC entities formulate public policy and how other • A resume governmental agencies interact with that process. The program’s • Two letters of recommendation (one letter objective is to provide students with insights into public life should come from a UNT faculty member and the policy-making process by working in governmental, or administrator) nonprofit and private sector internship placements in our • Official UNT transcript nation’s capital. • Essay: Explain why you are interested in The NTDC scholarship is currently available to all interns that a Washington DC internship, how it will are accepted into the program. All housing costs are paid for enhance your educational or career goals, by the NTDC program at a housing site that is determined by and the issues or policy areas of interest to the program. Additionally, those students participating in full- you. This essay should be typed, double- semester internships in the fall and spring semesters and the spaced and not exceed 1,000 words. six week summer internships are awarded a small stipend that For more information on applying visit our website at contributes toward living expenses. www.unt.edu/ntdc
NTDC Office Placement
Senate Public Sector Benefits Sen. John Cornyn Election Assistance • Get a firsthand experience of working in Congress and see Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison Commission how the government works behind the scenes. Sen. Jay Rockefeller Department of Education • Build communication skills. Dept. of Housing and Urban • Become immersed in our country’s current affairs. House • Explore and live in the nation’s capital. Rep. Michael Burgess Development Naval Art Museum • Develop career contacts by networking. Rep. Mike Conoway • Learn how to work full time in an office environment. Rep. Henry Cueller The Pentagon White House • Travel easily in the east coast. Rep. John Culbenson • Work and live with people from all over the country. Rep. Chet Edwards Department of State Smithsonian • Attend meetings, briefings, conferences and speeches Rep. Kay Granger given by government officials, celebrities, or other Rep. Gene Green Private Sector important global figures. Rep. Jeb Hensarling Cobham (Defense Contractor) • Visit monuments and museums in Washington D.C. Rep. Kenny Marchant The Franklin Partnership • Increase understanding of politics and how policy is made. Rep. Ciro Rodriguez Portland Cement • Refine career interests, develop leadership and House Cmmt. On Space, professional skills, and gain a deeper understanding of Science, and Technology American politics.