I'm considering an internship in international studies and I'm curious about funding options. Are there specific scholarships for students pursuing internships in the field of international studies?
Yes, there are indeed scholarships or grants that are designed to help students who wish to take internships in the international studies field.
The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, funded by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs, provides awards for U.S. undergraduate students who are receiving Federal Pell Grant funding to participate in internships and study abroad programs.
Freshmen and sophomores might want to look into the David L. Boren Scholarship. This award provides students with an award to study abroad in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests. It's worth noting that recipients of the Boren Scholarship are required to work in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.
For juniors and seniors, there's the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program, which is a summer study abroad opportunity for American college and university students to learn languages essential to America’s engagement with the world.
And finally, TAPIF (Teaching Assistant Program in France) is great if you're interested in teaching English abroad. It's much more competitive, but it offers a monthly stipend.
Remember, a simple internet search can be pretty fruitful as well; there are websites like Appily and Fastweb which curate databases of thousands of scholarship opportunities that can be filtered by your individual circumstances and the specifics of your planned internship. Always be sure to review each opportunity thoroughly, as some scholarships may have specific eligibility requirements. Good luck as you pursue your internship and explore scholarship opportunities!
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.