Application Deadline: February 28th (Postmark Date)
Program and Discipline(s)
Every year, the nine-month Fellowship Program (late August to late May) offers up to 21 promising Latinos from across the country the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the national level in the public policy area of their choice (General Public Policy Fellowship). Fellows have the opportunity to work in such areas as international affairs, economic development, education policy, housing, or local government. CHCI also aims to develop leaders in areas of public health administration (Edward Roybal Public Health Fellowship), telecommunications (Telecommunications Fellowship),corporate-public interest (Corporate Fellow), and financial services (Financial Services Fellowship). These specialized fellowships are open only to individuals with a graduate degree.
Eligibility
Applicants should have graduated from a college or university (with a BA/BS degree) within one year of application deadline, or be currently enrolled as graduate students
High academic achievement (preference will be given to applicants with 3.0 GPA or higher)
Consistent active participation in public service-oriented activities
Superior analytical and communication skills (oral and written)
U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency.
Description
The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) was established in 1978 by members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus as a non-profit, non-partisan educational organization dedicated to developing the next generation of Latino leaders. CHCI’s educational services are designed to provide Latino students with the tools and resources they need to succeed in attaining a higher education. Its leadership development programs seek to help participants search for and understand, their identity as professionals, Latinos, and leaders. By bringing together individuals who share a commitment to serve their communities, CHCI endeavors to make its vision of an educated and civic-minded Latino community a reality.
Award
CHCI provides participants with:
Domestic round-trip transportation to Washington, DC
Health insurance
Gross monthly stipend of $2,061 to help cover housing and local expenses; Fellows with a graduate degree receive a $2,500 monthly stipend.
Clark Contact
Dr. Kevin M. McKenna, Associate Dean of the College
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Website
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