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The Science Policy Internship provides qualified individuals in the agronomic, crop, soil sciences, and related disciplines with a hands-on learning experience in the...
The Science Policy Internship provides qualified individuals in the agronomic, crop, soil sciences, and related disciplines with a hands-on learning experience in the science policy arena. The intern will work closely with the ASA-CSSA-SSSA Director of Science Policy in Washington DC, monitoring and analyzing agricultural, natural resources, and environmental legislation, attending and participating in Congressional/Agency hearings and briefings, assisting in the preparation of position papers, directing the Societies' grassroots advocacy activities, and communicating with members of the Societies. The internship offers flexible start and end dates and can be for three to six months.
Qualifications
Applicants: (1) must have completed the first semester of their sophomore year by January 15, 2008 in agronomy, crops, soil science, or a closely related discipline; (2) are required to be a U.S. citizen; (3) must have a strong interest in science policy; and (4) are required to be a member of ASA, CSSA or SSSA.
Amount
The internship carries a stipend of up to $1,000 per month, plus living expenses of up to $500 per month, to be negotiated based on experience, time frame, and need. The intern is responsible for health insurance and travel expenses to and from Washington DC.
Direct Link
https://www.agronomy.org/awards/award/
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The Wellstone Fellow plays an integral role in the work of Families USA's Minority Health Initiatives Department. The Wellstone Fellow's primary responsibilities incl...
The Wellstone Fellow plays an integral role in the work of Families USA's Minority Health Initiatives Department. The Wellstone Fellow's primary responsibilities include assisting in the organization of trainings for community leaders and journalists; drafting policy briefs, fact sheets, and other publications; and developing content for the minority health Web pages and monthly newsletter. During the year, the Wellstone Fellow will learn about Medicare, Medicaid, efforts to achieve universal coverage, minority health, and other important health policy issues.
Deadline
February 6, 2009
Qualifications
The Wellstone Fellowship is designed to increase the number of low-income, black/African American, Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, and Native American social justice leaders. Candidates seeking consideration for the Wellstone Fellowship must demonstrate an interest in health care policy as a tool for reducing racial and ethnic health disparities. Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to contributing to social justice work following their year of hands-on experience as a fellow. While there is no bias in favor of any specific academic discipline, a college degree is preferred. There is no minimum GPA to qualify for consideration.
Amount
$35,000 stipend and health care benefits
Website
www.familiesusa.org
Direct Link
http://www.familiesusa.org/about/wellstone-fellowship-about.html
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