Sponsor
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Student
Conservation Association
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Title
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CONSERVATION INTERNSHIP DIVERSITY PROGRAM
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Contact
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SCA
Diversity Program Staff
1800 N. Kent St. Suite 102
Arlington, VA 22209
phone: 703.524.2441 fax: 703.524.2451
e-mail: cmendez@thesca.org
url: www.theSCA.org
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Availability
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Placement
with federal, state, and non-profit agencies. Summer, Semester, 6-month,
and year-long internships. All majors - particularly natural and earth
sciences, history, communications; computer skills welcome in all
disciplines.
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Eligibility
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Must
be 18 years of age or older. GPA of 2.5 or higher is recommended but not
required. Incomplete applications not considered for placement.
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Information
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SCA's
mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and
inspire lifelong stewardship of environment and communities by engaging
young people in hands-on service to the land. Professional orientation
offered for summer session. Career services available (scholarships,
jobs, special opportunities.)
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Benefits/Award
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Expense-paid
and paid internships available; Weekly stipends from $50-520 depending on
position and education level; Housing provided for most internships;
Travel provided or reimbursed.
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Deadline
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Applications
accepted on a rolling basis. Early consideration deadline for summer is
February 1, 2008.
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Required Documentation
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Standard
SCA Application (available on-line); $25 fee; Transcript; Three
References; Resume and Personal Statement Recommended but not required.
Fee may be waived in cases of financial hardship.
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