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  • The Janice K. Mendenhall's Scholarship
    Do you know a deserving high school senior or college student that could benefit from a college scholarship? If so, please share this information with that student. The ADP Council of the Southeast States awards IT scholarships during each conference to deserving students pursuing a college degree in an IT related field of study.

    Eligibility:
    Any student planning to or majoring in a technology field. Student's permanent home address must be within the following Southeastern States: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina or Tennessee. Contact Debbie Masson at (404)331-7498 or visit our website for more details


  • CBCF Scholarship
    In conjunction with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF), I am proud to offer the young people of the Third Congressional District the opportunity to further their educational pursuits and attend higher learning institutions.

    I am asking for your assistance to spread the news of this exciting opportunity. There are several types of scholarships offered by the Foundation. There are scholarships for students entering the health fields of medicine and the sciences, liberal arts and general studies, and the performing arts. All information regarding qualifications and the application process are located on the CBCF Website . There you can print out an application and the information on the different programs.

    At this time the new scholarship application Deadline will be April 15.
    Students must be graduating high school seniors, current undergraduate or pursuing graduate studies. Please make sure that all requested materials are enclosed, especially the original transcripts from the graduating high school or current university and letters of acceptance, if applicable. Due to tightened mail security we ask that you send this important and time sensitive information to an alternate address. Please mail all applications to: Attn. Roshan Hodge, CBCF Scholarships, 3109 River Bend Ct., and #D-102, Laurel, MD, 20724.

    Ms. Hodge is my staff contact for scholarships and internships. She can be reached in the Washington office at, 202-225-0123. Please feel free to contact her if you have any questions regarding the process. Good luck to all of this year’s applicants, and again thank you for your support. Visit the CBCF Website for more details


  • Additional Scholarship Opportunities


    Scholarships       Internships       Disclaimer

    • Congressional Internship
      One of the best ways to learn about government is to work in a Congressional office. My internship program gives college students a first hand opportunity to study the American political process. Internships are available on a volunteer basis in the Washington or 3rd District offices. Please submit a resume and a cover letter if you are interested in being an intern.


    • Internships and Jobs– posted summer 2007

    • "O" the Oprah Magazine
      The magazine is looking to hire fall interns in the Fashion and Style departments. Candidates must be highly organized, detail-oriented and be able to juggle multiple tasks at once. Prior internship experience preferred, but not required. This opportunity is available for college students in need of credit hours and recent graduates who are available to start immediately, full-time from 10:00am to 6:00pm, 5 days a week. Send resumes with a cover letter to:

      Cindy M. Del Rosario
      Associate Editor
      O, The Oprah Magazine
      1700 Broadway, 38th Floor
      New York, NY
      212.903.5149

      Verizon
      Verizon is looking for students who are 2006-2007 graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). If you know someone graduating from a HBCU this year with a degree in Engineering, Computer Science and Technology, Finance, Marketing please have them forward their resume to: melissa.w.langham@verizon.com

      The Women's Technology Program
      The MIT program is a 4-week summer residence program to introduce high school girls to electrical engineering and computer science. The full-time academic program includes hands-on experiments and teamed based projects in computer science, electrical engineering, and mathematics. For more information visit: www.mit.edu

      Senate Internship
      Summer internships in the Washington DC office of Senator Barack Obama are available through March 23rd. They are looking for students who are interested in politics, communications and public service, and who have strong writing and research skills. Bilingual and multilingual students are particularly encouraged to apply. You can get further information and the application at http://obama.senate.gov/services

      NBC, CBS, ABC, Turner, Clear Channel
      Do you know someone who has wanted to work at NBC, CBS, ABC, Turner, Clear Channel, etc? If so, the Emma L. Bowen Foundation is looking for you! We are currently seeking high school juniors, high school seniors, and college freshman for PAID summer internships in television, radio, or cable stations in various US cities. Eligible students must have a 3.0 or higher GPA, an interest in media, and plan or currently attend a 4-year college. Selected candidates will work every summer throughout their college years, as well as earn an hourly salary and matching scholarship dollars to help pay for college expenses. Please visit our website: www.emmabowenfoundation.com to learn more about our program and to obtain an application.

      Internship at Princeton
      If you know a high school journalism student that might be interested in a 10 day learning experience, please pass this along. This opportunity get's missed each year because the word doesn't get out. This is an awesome opportunity that should not be missed due to lack of awareness.

      A 10-day all-expenses- paid summer journalism program will be held in August at Princeton University for students from under resourced financial backgrounds. All application materials are available at www.princeton.edu. All expenses, including travel costs to and from Princeton, will be paid for.

      The program is also designed to give students a taste of what life is like at one of the best colleges in the country - students live on campus and eat in one of the university's cafeterias. Students meet with the Princeton University 's president and the school's dean of admissions - people who are able to offer guidance on the difficult decisions about college that high school students face. The program is staffed by young alumni of Princeton, current Princeton students, and students who attended the program in past summers.

      To apply for the program, you must meet the following qualifications:

      1. You must be entering your junior or senior year of high school in fall 2007.
      2. You must have at least a 3.0 grade point average (out of 4.0).
      3. You must have demonstrated an interest in journalism.
      4. The combined income of your custodial parent(s)/guardians) plus child support payments, if any, must not exceed $45,000.

      University of the District of Columbia -- FREE College Program in Nursing
      If you know of anyone between 18-28 years old, interested in the Nursing field, University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is offering FREE tuition, FREE books, a $250 monthly stipend, and guaranteed job placement as a nurse at Providence Hospital upon graduation (it's a 3 year program) with a starting salary of $40,000. The program is recruiting new students now!! For more information call (202) 266-5481.

    • Howard Hughes Biomedical Summer Science Program at Spellman College.
      Only female applicants entering 12th grade in the fall will be considered for this program.

      The program is a five week residential program for high school students interested in pursuing a career in biology, biochemistry, medicine or other life-science related fields. The curriculum is designed to provide students with an integrative science education experience, while developing their laboratory, research and scientific literacy skills. Students will learn about the breadth and variety of biology disciplines by engaging in hands on projects and interacting with scientists in their "native" professional environment. The curriculum also provides students an opportunity to develop interpersonal skills by participating in group projects and scientific presentations.

    • CBCF Summer Congressional Internship -- Exciting Opportunity to intern in Washington, DC
      Who: College undergraduates (including graduating seniors)
      What: Congressional internship program where students work for Members of the Congressional Black Caucus.
      When: CBCF must receive your application by Feb. 6, 2006. Program dates: last week of May through July.
      Where: Washington, DC where students are provided with housing and a stipend
      Why: Join the next generation of leaders who will enter the halls of power to shape the country and the world
      How: Visit their Website for more information and an application.


    Scholarships       Internships        Disclaimer

    • Disclaimer
      Note: These scholarships are not guaranteed beyond the semester in which you receive written award notification; therefore, you must resubmit a new application each year to be considered for a new award. A previous award is not a guarantee of a future award. An application is not a guarantee of an award. Awards are based on various criteria such as academic standing, literary prowess, need, etc. With this in mind, please make the necessary arrangements to meet your financial needs without consideration of this award. Thank you.

 

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