The PROMISE program invites you to apply to host a 2016 summer intern.\u00a0 The program runs from Monday, June 27 to Friday, September 2, 2016.<\/p>\n
Click here for information about hosting an intern and to apply.\u00a0 For general information about the PROMISE program, visit: dce.oregonstate.edu\/promise\/.\u00a0 The deadline to apply is March 7.<\/p>\n
Founded and offered annually since 1992, the PROMISE program is a ten-week paid internship which provides opportunities in state, local government agencies, and university programs for Oregon State University undergraduate students, with particular emphasis on providing pathways for historically underrepresented students to professional careers.\u00a0 Historically underrepresented students may include, but is not limited to: first generation college student, low-income, LGBTQ+, students of color, veterans, transfer students, students with disabilities, etc\u2026<\/p>\n
Internships are available to all OSU undergraduate students who are or will be enrolled for spring term, who have completed at least 90 undergraduate credits, and who have a current cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Preference will be given to first time applicants. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.<\/p>\n
Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour week for ten consecutive weeks.<\/p>\n
In alignment with OSU\u2019s goal 1 of the 2014-2018 strategic plan: \u201cTransformative Educational Experience,\u201d the PROMISE program is rooted in a commitment to \u201csupport intellectual, professional and personal development to prepare Oregon State graduates for responsible and productive citizenship in a global society.\u201d<\/p>\n
Goals
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Retention and success of historically underrepresented students and groups
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Diversity in Oregon employment
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Leadership development
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Transformational learning opportunities<\/p>\n
Core Values
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reflection
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Social Justice
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Leadership
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reciprocity
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Accountability
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Community<\/p>\n
The internship experience is a limited-duration project and professional in scope.\u00a0 As a part of the professional development portion, the intern will be required to participate in weekly luncheon forums and network groups.\u00a0 The intern will showcase their internship experience during the last week of the program.
\nPROMISE intern expectations for professional development \u2013<\/p>\n
\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Weekly sessions \u2013 Wednesdays, exact times TBD (1.5-2.5 hours)
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Intern retreat – Monday, June 27 (all day)
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Orientation – Tuesday, June 28 (half day)
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Professional Development Day \u2013 Early August (all day)
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Volunteer service – (half day, TBD)
\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Finale — Thursday, September 1 (half day)<\/p>\n
The PROMISE program is sponsored by Diversity & Cultural Engagement and the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access.\u00a0 Please contact Charlene Martinez if you have any questions about the suitability of a project or your organization\u2019s alignment to the PROMISE purpose and mission.<\/p>\n
dce.oregonstate.edu\/promise<\/p>\n
Thanks,<\/p>\n
The PROMISE Team
\nCharlene Martinez, Lead Coordinator
\nBinh Le, Coordinator<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The PROMISE program invites you to apply to host a 2016 summer intern.\u00a0 The program runs from Monday, June 27 to Friday, September 2, 2016. Click here for information about hosting an intern and to apply.\u00a0 For general information about the PROMISE program, visit: dce.oregonstate.edu\/promise\/.\u00a0 The deadline to apply is March 7. Founded and offered… Continue reading