Scholarship Name:

Aspen Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation William Randolph Hearst Endowed Fellowship for Minority Students

Scholarship Description:

Fellowship/internship offered by the Aspen Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation to minority college students.

Award Amount:

Salaried

Number of Scholarships:

One (1) award

Application Required:

Yes

Official Transcript Required:

No

References and Letter of Recommendations Required:

Two (2) letters of recommendation

Interview Required:

No

Original Essay Required:

Yes

Additional Requirements and Information:

1) Must be a member of an “underrepresented community of color;”  2) Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university;  3) Demonstrated interest or experience in nonprofit organizations, philanthropy, and the social sector;  4) Demonstrated financial need;  5) Fellows are compensated on an hourly basis;  6) Writing sample required;  7) Resume required;  8) Transcript(s) required;  9) Unofficial transcript(s) accepted.

NOTE:

• Must be able to work as an intern for 12-15 weeks in the Washington, D.C. office of the Aspen Institute during the academic semester in which the fellowship is awarded. Fall and Spring fellows will work part-time (15-20 hours per week) and Summer fellows will be full-time.

• Students approved for participation in the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (“DACA”) program are eligible to apply for this fellowship.

Renewable:

No

Term:

N/A

State:

Nationwide

Eligibility Requirements (Check all that apply):

Online application

Additional Applicant Requirements:

May be an undergraduate or graduate student

Category (Select all that apply):

Race, Ethnicity, Need-based, Merit-based, Community Service, Extracurricular Activities

Web Site:

http://www.aspeninstitute.org/policy-work/nonprofit-philanthropy/leadership-initiatives/hearst

Point of Contact:

Deadline: