Global Access Pipeline: Promoting Diversity in International Affairs Updated April, 2014

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1 Global Access Pipeline: Promoting Diversity in International Affairs Updated April, 2014 K-12 Programs A Better Chance Aspen Institute/Bezos Scholars Aspen Institute/Teen Socrates Global Kids Inc Educational non-profit that works to increase the number of well-educated young people of color who are capable of assuming positions of responsibility and leadership in American society. We carry out our mission through our signature College Preparatory Schools Program, which annually places students in middle and high college prep schools; all scholars have access to skillsbuilding (leadership skills); career workshops; study abroad and other opportunities. Provides accepted high school students with a full scholarship to attend Ideas Fest in Aspen and meet other young leaders from across the country Provides seminars to teens that are textbased, Socratic explorations of critical leadership challenges of the day American Youth Leadership Program - A virtual and international exchange sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, AYLP exposes U.S. high school students and educators to foreign cultures, and trains them to pass on their knowledge within their schools and communities Leadership development, global education, and social action programs both in NYC and DC public schools, as well as center based; two summer programs: "U.S. in the World" at the Council on Foreign Relations in NYC and "Global Gateways" at Howard University are open to GAP high school constituencies 6th-12th grades (primarily high school), with A's and B's required, along with strong recommendation laters; must be US citizen or permanent resident High achieving, entrepreneurial high school students with good grades/test scores, excellent recommendations, demonstrated global interest and leadership skills High school students, ideally 9th-12th grades U.S. high school students; ages and teachers and administrators working with youth Middle/high school students; most programs are free; in fee-based programs, scholarships are awarded to ensure that diverse perspectives are represented Applications are due annually by May 1 Apply in January for attendance in July Check website December 1st for summer program Applications for U.S. in the World Institute at Council on Foreign Relations due around May 1; Global Gateways around May 1; otherwise, recruitment through schools and GK centers yfoundation.org/scholar s culturalvistas.org/aylp

2 K-12 Programs Academic and leadership training program targeted to African American and Latino secondary school students with a focus on Africa; conducts seminars on current international issues and how they affect students; explores international careers; college preparation; international study programs in Latin America, Caribbean and Africa; students develop service projects that reflect their vision for social change and community development LearnServe International Pacific and Asian Affairs Council (PAAC) One World Now! Leadership and social entrepreneurship training to high school students through two complementary programs: 1) summer service trips to Zambia, Paraguay, and Jamaica; 2) year-long after-school program to help students launch their own social venture projects Academic year program as well as summer study tours; afterschool classes (global studies, Chinese, and Arabic/Leadership-in partnership with OWN!), global citizenship, conferences, simulations, service-learning, career exploration, and study abroad (China, Japan, Vietnam, Korea, Philippines); college prep Academic year program as well as summer language program (Arabic and Chinese); leadership training (social justice, personal leadership, global citizenship); study abroad (Middle East/China); college prep (middle and high school). All students welcome; focus on Africa, African Americans and Latinos. School year programs serve NYC; summer international programs are national High school students, including lowincome or minority youth Low-income or minority high school youth December 15 for summer international study programs Overseas program: January; Fellows program: May See website Academic program: May- September for October start date; summer program: March through June World Savvy World Savvy Classrooms provide opportunities for middle and high school students and educators to build their knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors for global competency through project-based learning, collaborative problem-solving, art & media exploration, experiential and servicelearning, and taking knowlesge to action; all of World Savvy s youth engagement programs also include professional development, curriculum resources, and coaching for partner educators. World Savvy also partners with Districts and schools to support the integration of global competence into the culture and curriculum of schools; World Savvy also co-sponsors (with Teachers College Columbia and Asia Society) the Global Competence Certificate for educators WS Classrooms serve middle and high school students and educators; schools and districts through partnership programs; and all educators for the Global Competence Certificate Please see contact information on our website for all programs

3 Undergraduate Programs Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program Boren Scholarships for International Study Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Aims to diversify the demographics of students who study abroad and the regions and countries where they go; sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Provides up to $20,000 to study abroad in Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East; in exchange for funding, recipients commit to working in the federal government for a minimum of one year Six-week summer program at Howard University to prepare and expose students to international affairs careers; includes 3 forcredit courses; visits and meetings with foreign policy professionals; exposure to career and grad school options; funds tuition, transportation, room and board; provides stipend The Emerging Leaders program and the Communications Internship program both provide interns the opportunity to work on Capitol Hill or in government agencies, attend professional development events, and participate in leadership training and community service projects; interns who participate in the spring semester program are enrolled in three courses (9 credit hours) at the George Washington University Semester in Washington Program; internship allows students to work with the press secretary or communications director in congressional offices and on congressional committees Fellowship - A multinational program providing U.S. university students with funded opportunities to enrich their academic learning through internship and immersion experiences in Argentina, Germany, and Singapore Internships Abroad - Provides customized summer and year-long internship placements in Argentina, Chile, Germany and Spain with internships tailored to students' specific skill sets, ambitions and career aspirations Must be U.S. citizen, currently enrolled in undergraduate program and receiving a Pell Grant, who wishes to study abroad in countries that are not under U.S. Department of State Travel Warning or Cuba U.S. citizens matriculated in an undergraduate degree program who are interesting in learning a foreign language and plan to study abroad in an eligible region Applicants must 1) be full-time undergrad students interested in international affairs careers; 2) be U.S. citizens; 3) have GPA of at least 3.2 Applicants must currently be pursuing their undergraduate degree, or have completed it within the last year U.S. citizens who are full-time rising juniors or seniors and practical experience in environmental sciences U.S. students and eligibility requirements vary depending on specific program and country destination Application deadlines are the first week in March and first week in October each year Only one application deadline per year; please see website Early February, February 4 for 2015 March for summer session; July for fall session February 1st for summer program Late Fall for following summer and year-round for non-summer programs ds.org/ g culturalvistas.org/cvfell owship culturalvistas.org/inter nshipsabroad

4 Undergraduate Programs HACU National Internship Program IES Abroad National Hispana Leadership Institute PPIA (Public Policy and International Affairs Program) Ron Brown Scholar Program Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Paid internship for students in all majors; housing assistance; professional development workshops Semester, summer and full-year programs abroad across 36+ international locations; all majors; field study and internships available at each location; fees include tuition, room and board, field trips, insurance; generous diversity scholarships and guaranteed grants for students attending HBCUs and HACU schools Latinas Learning to Lead: free 8-day intensive leadership program to develop personal and professional potential; multiyear mentoring program Provides students with training and financial support for graduate school and facilitates ongoing professional development Financial support; financial aid counseling; academic support counseling; career exploration; internship opportunities; professional opportunities; personal counseling; continued support throughout graduate school and professional development Provides $40,000 annually for both senior year of college and the first year of a master's degree program, $10,000 for each of two summer internships, a mentoring program and employment in the US Department of State Foreign Service Open to everyone, but primarily Hispanics ages 19-52; must 1) be enrolled in a degree program with minimum 3.0 GPA, and have completed freshman year of college; 2) be authorized to work in the U.S. Open to all undergraduates attending US schools, regardless of age or nationality; must 1) be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program with minimum 3.0 GPA for fall/spring programs and 2.5 GPA for summer programs; 2) have completed first semester of college sophomore year Latina women from across the U.S. and Puerto Rico between years old Rising college seniors interested in pursuing graduate degrees in public policy or international affairs and who are achieving their first BA from a U.S. institution High school seniors, who are U.S. citizens or holders of permanent resident visa cards, and plan to go to college College juniors with minimum 3.2 GPA who are interested in careers in the U.S. Foreign Service; must be U.S. citizen Usually March for summer; June for fall s range between March - May for summer and fall; August - November for following spring Applications are due annually on November 1 November 1 and January 9 Early February rg/higher-educationfellowships/foreign_affa irs/pickering_undergra d/index.php

5 Graduate Programs APSIA: Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs Boren Fellowships for International Study Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Graduate Fellowship Congressional Black Caucus Foundation APSIA includes 70 member and affiliate schools in North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East working to promote excellence in professional international affairs education by sharing information and ideas among each other and with the international community. APSIA also serves as a clearinghouse of information for students and the public on the many opportunities available for graduate studies in international affairs, particularly through its website Provides up to $30,000 to help participants become more proficient in the languages and cultures of world regions critical to U.S. interests; in exchange for funding, recipients commit to working in the federal government for a minimum of one year Provides financial assistance (up to $35,000 per year) for two years of graduate school; paid summer internships on Capitol Hill and at U.S. embassies; mentoring; leads to employment with State Department Foreign Service The Emerging Leaders program and the Communications Internship program both provide interns the opportunity to work on Capitol Hill or in government agencies, attend professional development events, and participate in leadership training and community service projects; interns who participate in the spring semester program are enrolled in three courses (9 credit hours) at the George Washington University Semester in Washington Program; internship allows students to work with the press secretary or communications director in congressional offices and on congressional committees Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals - a full year, work-study scholarship program providing 75 U.S. students and young professionals with an understanding of everyday life, education, and professional training in Germany. Anyone interested in pursuing graduatelevel studies with an international focus. APSIA member schools are particularly interested in reaching out to underrepresented groups. Graduate students interested in learning a foreign language and working for the federal government; must be U.S. citizens matriculated in or applying to a graduate degree program within the U.S. who plan to study abroad in an eligible region Undergraduate seniors and college graduates interested in careers in diplomacy; must 1) be U.S. citizen; 2) have GPA of at least 3.2; 3) be ready to begin 2-year grad program in fall of year selected Applicants must currently be pursuing their undergraduate degree, or have completed it within the last year U.S. citizens and permanent residents; ages German language skills preferred Only one application deadline per year; please see website Mid-January March for summer session; July for fall session December 1st for program beginning the following summer ds.org/ g culturalvistas.org/cbyx

6 Graduate Programs Donald M. Payne International Development Fellowship Program HACU National Internship Program Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Fellowships Alfa Fellowship Program - Year-long professional development program annually providing 15 accomplished young Americans and Britons the opportunity to live abroad and work at leading Russian organizations Provides financial assistance (up to $35,000 per year) for two years of graduate school; paid summer internships on Capitol Hill and at U.S. embassies; mentoring; and leads to employment with USAID Foreign Service Paid internship for students in all majors; housing assistance; professional development workshops Provides $40,000 annually for both years of a two-year master's degree program, $10,000 for each of two summer internships, a mentoring program and employment in the US Department of State Foreign Service upon graduation U.S. or U.K. citizen; ages 25-35; graduate degree plus 2 years of work experience or 6 years of work experience; second language proficiency required; Russian preferred Undergraduate seniors and college graduates interested in careers in international development; must 1) hold U.S. citizenship; 2) have GPA of at least 3.2; 3) be ready to begin 2-year grad program in fall of year selected Open to everyone, but primarily Hispanics ages 19-52; must 1) be enrolled in a degree program with minimum 3.0 GPA, and have completed freshman year of college; 2) be authorized to work in the U.S. Seniors, college graduates and young professionals with 3.2 GPA who are interested in a career in the U.S. Foreign Service; must be U.S. citizens preparing for two-year grad program in international affairs, public policy, etc. December 1st for program beginning the following summer Usually January Usually March for summer; June for fall Late January culturalvistas.org/alfa rg/higher-educationfellowships/foreign_affa irs/pickering_grad/inde x.php

7 Mid-Career & Professional Development Aspen Institute The Henry Crown Fellowship Program Very successful, demonstrated entrepreneurial leaders; must be nominated (nominations accepted year round); finalists accepted for extensive interview process Aspen Institute Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Fulbright U.S. Student Program The German Marshall Fund (GMF) International Career Advancement Program (ICAP) Partnership with ICAP; sends 3 staff per year; provides support, held on Aspen Campus; includes dinner with COO The Congressional Fellows Program offers young professionals work experience in the policymaking process, and also provides a series of workshops and seminars on leadership development; typically, the CBCF hosts 7 to 9 fellows in each cohort for a 2- year program; geared towards individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to creating and implementing policy to improve the lives of those in underserved and underrepresented communities Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship Program - Comprehensive 9-month professional development program in Germany for accomplished young Americans in business, economics, journalism, law, and public policy. Program offers fellowships abroad for one academic year to graduating college seniors, graduate students, young professionals, scientists and artists Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) offers emerging leaders ages the opportunity to explore societies, institutions and people on the other side of the Atlantic by hosting individuals for a three to four week travel experience designed to strengthen the transatlantic relationship Social/professional network; mentoring; career counseling; information sharing on international issues and employment opportunities For mid-career professionals; chosen from within the Aspen Institute Mid-career level professionals with a graduate degree and minimum 3-5 years work experience U.S. citizens ages 40 and under; graduate degree preferred and a minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience Graduating college seniors, graduate students and young professionals; must 1) hold U.S. citizenship at time of application; 2) have attained bachelor's degree or equivalent before the start of the grant; 3) have demonstrated proficiency in the written and spoken language of host country sufficient to communicate with people and carry out a study Emerging leaders from all sectors, between the ages of 28 and 40, from the United States and Europe; must be nominated; finalists are accepted for interviews; for full eligibility criteria, go to hall-memorial-fellowship/selectioncriteria/ Promising young professionals 3-15 years into career; must be US citizen or permanent resident from traditionally under-represented group Late fall (see website) Follows ICAP nomination schedule Next fellowship program applications will not be due until March 2015 November 1st for program beginning the following summer Mid fall TBD Usually in May for ICAP September meeting in Aspen culturalvistas.org/bosch grams/tli/marshallmemorial-fellowship/

8 Mid-Career & Professional Development National Hispana Leadership Institute Pickering and Rangel Fellows Association Executive Leadership Program for senior Latinas who have established themselves professionally and given substantively to the Latino community An alumni organization dedicated to the promotion of a representative and diverse Foreign Service, and to the professional development of its members through networking and mentoring opportunities Executive level Latinas who have given back to the community in a substantive way Find and like us on Facebook at: The Pickering and Rangel Fellows Association (PRFA) page. If you would like to be added to our mailing lists, please send an to: PickeringRangel.FA@gmail.com and/or PickeringRangel-DL@state.gov. Mid August N/A Employment/Internships Aspen Institute Employment/Internships College and grad students; internships usually paid Year round, but each January we look for Ideas Festival Interns Brookings Institution Unpaid internships for college students and graduates; research assistantships for those with bachelors and master's degrees in economics, public policy, international affairs; also mid-career and upper level scholar positions Primarily those with backgrounds/degrees in economics, international affairs, public policy, political science and other social sciences; annual recruitment for research assistants in Economic Studies program requires: bachelors in economics or math and experience with software such as SAS, STATA, and other econometric packages, experience handling large data sets preferred; other positions posted as vacancies occur Economics RA application period is usually December through February for summer start date; internships normally semester-based Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Junior Fellows provide research assistance to scholars working on Carnegie Endowment programs; conduct research for books, coauthor journal articles and policy papers, participate in mtgs w/ high-level officials, contribute to congressional testimony and organize briefings attended by scholars, journalists and government officials; 1-year paid position with full benefits package Recent college graduates; applicants must have received an undergraduate degree and be eligible to work in the U.S. for 1 year beginning August 1st; intended to be first job out of college; must be nominated by participating university Carnegie deadline is January 15th, but participating schools set earlier deadlines Endowment.org

9 Employment/Internships Center for Strategic and International Studies Council on Foreign Relations Department of State Peace Corps Full and part-time internships in the fall, spring and summer for undergraduates, advanced students, and recent graduates who are interested in gaining practical experience in public policy Internships in NYC and Washington, DC for college juniors and up who have high academic achievement and interest in international relations; 50 junior research and program positions for recent bachelors and masters grads; small number of mid to senior staff positions in program planning and management Provides internships and a variety of student employment programs, as well as full-time post-graduate employment options, for those interested in international affairs, management, security and other areas Mission includes three simple goals: 1) help the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women; 2) help promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of the peoples served; 3) help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans Must be at least a college junior in good standing, a recent graduate, or a grad student; must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent from a non-u.s. institution; must be eligible to work in the United States College students, grad students and professionals Undergraduate and graduate students, professionals; eligibility requirements vary among programs Thousands of volunteer opportunities for Americans aged 18 or over who are interested in public service abroad; volunteers have a variety of skills, work experience, and education levels; 90% have at least an undergraduate degree; there is no upper age limit (the average age of volunteers is 28; currently, the oldest volunteer is over 80) Fall semester applications accepted from May 15 - July 12; spring semester applications accepted from September 10 - November 25; summer semester applications accepted January 14 - March 15 Nov. 1 for summer internships; see website for other deadlines Ongoing