To review eligibility requirements and apply, visit Does the Magner Career Center Provide a Stipend for Unpaid Internships?
NOTE: The deadline for the Summer/Fall stipend award is March 31. The deadline for the Spring award is October 31.
You will be asked to complete some questions about you/your academic profile, submit your resume and to submit responses to the following questions:
- Describe your career interest and how you selected this potential career? (150-300 words)
- Describe the type of internship/student teaching/service learning you are applying for/have secured. How does it support your career goals? (150-300 words)
- Describe your financial need/situation: how will receiving the money benefit you? How do you currently support yourself? Are you part of any program that provides a stipend for internships? (150-300 words)
- Have you used the Center’s services or attended any events?
- If yes: Describe your level of engagement with the career center. Include specific examples regarding what services you have used and/or events you have attended and how you benefited from them. (150-300 words)
- If no: Please explain why you have not used the Center’s services or attended events. (150-300 words)
- Aside from financial need, why should you be selected to receive the award? Keep in mind that the program is competitive, convince us! (150-300 words)
- OPTIONAL ESSAY (not scored, used to determine amount): General Stipends are $2,400 and Kaplan Stipends are $3,000 (this is before taxes are withheld). If you have expenses or circumstances that require you to receive a higher stipend please explain. (300 words max)
- Tip: Indicate how much and why. Provide an estimated breakdown of costs related to being able to intern that exceed $2,400 (example: lunch for the full internship [50 per week at 10 weeks = $500], professional clothing = $100, etc.)
Don’t Panic! The Magner Career Center is here to help!
Review the Magner Center’s article about how to write an effective resume. The Magner Center also hosts in-person resume workshops (Walk-In Wednesdays).
Help is even available for your essay — visit the Learning Center and look into finding a writing tutor.
We advise you to begin exploring these resources at least two weeks before the stipend deadline to ensure you have sufficient time to submit a strong application.