Announcements

The Partnership for Public Service
A Call to Serve - To learn more about the national launch of A Call to Serve: Leaders in Education Allied for Public Service go to the following website: Partnership for Public Service

Information on Applying for Government Positions
For information on applying for Government Positions please visit the CareerCenter Resource Library. For job information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, call 912-757-3000, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) automated telephone system. For current available positions visit the Government Jobs website. You can also reach the electronic bulletin board through the Internet (Telnet only) at FJOB.MAIL.OPM.GOV.

Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
Federal employees are eligible to receive up to $60,000 ($10,000 a year) from participating agencies in this program towards the payment of their education. This program requires the employee to make a 3 year commitment to the agency/department that provided the repayment. For more information visit the Call to Serve web site.

InterExchange
InterExchange, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization with more than 30 years of experience in international cultural exchange. Through the working Abroad Program, American students are offered diverse opportunities to experience everyday life abroad. For more information visit the InterExchange website.

International TEFL Certificate
We're pleased to announce the opening of our third TEFL school in Madrid, Spain. It joins our two other locations, Barcelona, Spain and Prague, the Czech Republic. Each location offers the same, high-quality 30-day intensive course in how to Teach English as a Foreign Language. Visit our updated and improved ITC website.

Educational Housing
If you are interning in New York City and are seeking affordable summer housing, Educational Housing Services can help. For more information visit the Student Housing web site or call 1-800-385-1689.

Plum Island Animal Disease Center
The Plum Island Animal Disease Center Research Participation Program aims to provide a variety of educational and research opportunities that result in the development of new knowledge and technology in the control and eradication of foreign animal diseases. Areas of study include Veterinary medicine, pathology, immunology, molecular biology, or other disciplines related to foreign animal diseases. For more information and application materials visit the PIADC web site or email PIADC.

Washington Intern Student Housing Program
The Washington Intern Student Housing program has housing opportunities in historic Capitol Hill and is currently accepting applications for 2008. For more information and to fill out an application please visit the WISH web site.

Massachusetts Promise Fellowship Program
The Massachusetts Promise Fellowship Program is actively seeking 25 new Fellows. The Fellowship consists of a one year commitment, $13,000 taxable living allowance, health insurance, free grad/undergrad courses at Northeastern University, and $4,725 educational award and student loan forbearance. Find out more about the Fellowship by visiting the Massachusetts Promise Fellowship Program web site.

The Wellstone Fellowship
The Wellstone Fellowship for Social Justice aims to advance social justice through health care advocacy by focusing on the unique challenges facing communities of color. Through this fellowship, established to honor the memory of the late Senator Paul D. Wellstone, Families USA hopes to expand the pool of talented social justice advocates from underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups. The ideal candidate must demonstrate an interest in health care policy and racial/ethnic health disparities. Additionally, we are looking for an individual who displays the potential to contribute to social justice work after their year of hands-on experience as a fellow. The fellowship is a year-long, salaried position in the Washington, DC office. Selected fellows will receive a compensatory package that includes an annual stipend of $35,000 and excellent health care benefits. You can find more information, including a downloadable application form, on our Web site. If you have any questions about the Wellstone Fellowship for Social Justice or would like to request hard copies of the application brochure, please email wellstonefellowship@familiesusa.org.

The Villers Fellowship for Health Care Justice
The Villers Fellowship for Health Care Justice was created in 2005 by Philippe Villers, Founder and President of Families USA. Villers Fellows work in Families USA's health policy department and assist the organization's efforts to improve access to health coverage for all Americans, especially for low-income and other vulnerable communities. Specifically, Villers Fellows will conduct research on a range of health care policy issues, and write and contribute to publications that are relevant to current health policy debates. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to health care justice work following their year as a fellow. The fellowship is a year-long, salaried position in the Washington, DC office. Selected fellows will receive a compensatory package that includes an annual stipend of $35,000 and excellent health care benefits.You can find more information, including a downloadable application form, on our Web site. If you have any questions about the Villers Fellowship for Health Care Justice or would like to request hard copies of the application brochure, please email villersfellowship@familiesusa.org.

The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program
The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program was established by Congress in 1986 to honor Senator Barry M. Goldwater, who served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years of service in the U.S. Senate. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue careers in these fields. For more information, facts and guidelines, please see the Barry Goldwater Scholarship web site.

INROADS has paid internships for students of color. If you are a talented student of color with a minimum 2.8 GPA, must be a junior with a career interest in Business, Engineering, Computers & Information Sciences, Sales, Marketing or Retail Management and a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident you are eligible to apply for the internship. Apply online today at http://www.INROADS.org.

Become a Massachusetts Campus Compact AmeriCorps*VISTA.
What do MACC AmeriCorps*VISTA members do? Connect campuses and communities; break down barriers to access and success in higher education; develop students as engaged citizens; remain connected to a network of peers all year and participate in significant training and professional development opportunities. Please send Cover Letter, Resume and names, titles, addresses, emails and phone numbers of 4 references to Karen Chisholm, AmeriCorps*VISTA Director, Massachusetts Campus Compact, 196 Boston Avenue, Suite 2400, Medford, MA 02155 or email Karen Chisholm. In addition please submit the online application which can be found on the Americorps web site. Click on "Join Now."

The Institute for Human Studies at George Mason University
For over 45 years, the Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason University has dedicated itself to helping bright undergraduate and graduate students interested in individual liberty pursue their intellectual interests. Applications are currently available for scholarships of up to $12,000 for undergraduate and graduate students. For more information please go to the IHS web site.

Future Engineers Scholarship Program
Kelly Engineering Resources will award one outstanding sophomore or junior-level student with $5,000 for 2010 tuition expenses. We are looking for a student who demonstrates: Great potential for, and commitment to, a career in engineering; Outstanding academic performance; Depth of engineering knowledge on a given topic; essay creativity, composition, and originality. Visit Kelly Engineering Resources for more information regarding the Future Engineers Scholarship Program and to download application materials. Submission deadline: October 15, 2009.

SMART (Science, Mathematics & Research for Transformation)
The Department of Defense awards SMART Scholarships to applicants who are pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Cash awards are paid at a rate of $25,000 - $41,000 per year. SMART scholarships include placement in paid summer internships. Applicants for undergraduate awards must be already enrolled in a U.S. college or university. The application submission window is from mid-August to mid-December. Award notification occurs annually each spring. For more information and to apply visit the ASEE web site.

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NEWSLETTER #45, August 24, 2009