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How to Apply

This program will mentor and cultivate young leaders of today and tomorrow and I’m proud that they will have this opportunity to serve….I want to commend all who apply for their desire to help through public service to forge a brighter future for our country. – President Barack Obama.

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How to Apply

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  1. This program will mentor and cultivate young leaders of today and tomorrow and I’m proud that they will have this opportunity to serve….I want to commend all who apply for their desire to help through public service to forge a brighter future for our country. – President Barack Obama Spring 2013WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP The mission of the White House Internship Program is to make the “People’s House” accessible to future leaders from around the nation, and to cultivate and prepare those devoted to public service for future leadership opportunities. How to Apply www.whitehouse.gov/internships Application Period: May 14, 2012 - September 24, 2012

  2. WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGAM Program Overview • Competitive 3 ½ month internship • Fall, Spring and Summer terms • Interns are placed within one of 16 different departments of the White House Office • Work includes conducting research, managing incoming inquiries, attending meetings, writing memos, and staffing events • Interns participate in: • Weekly Speaker Series • Public Service Projects • Professional Development Groups • Mentorship Program • A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain a first-hand glimpse into the Executive Office of the President

  3. WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGAM Departments • White House Departments Available to Interns: • Office of Scheduling and Advance • Office of the White House Counsel • Office of Cabinet Affairs • Office of Communications • Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs • Office of the First Lady • Office of Chief of Staff • Office of Legislative Affairs • Domestic Policy Council • Office of Presidential Correspondence • White House Fellows Office • National Economic Council • Office of Presidential Personnel • Office of the Vice President • Office of Digital Strategy • Office of Management and Administration

  4. WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGAM Program Requirements Applicants must be • United States citizens • At least 18 years of age on or before the first day of the internship • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college or university OR graduated in the past two years from undergraduate or graduate program at a college, community college or university OR • A veteran of the United States Armed forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty at any time over the past two years

  5. WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGAM Application • Two essay responses • Explain your commitment to public service • Professional policy memorandum • One-page resume • Two recommendations • Completion of the online form • www.whitehouse.gov/internships

  6. WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGAM Timeline

  7. WHITE HOUSE INTERNSHIP PROGAM More Information The White House Internship Program is a reflection of President Obama’s commitment to provide young leaders an opportunity to strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office, develop their leadership skills and actively engage in public service. • Q&A For more information, please visit: http://www.whitehouse.gov/internships Questions? Please email us at: internship_info@who.eop.gov.

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