2023 KACE Grassroots Internship Online Application Link
(scroll down for the application instructions)
Since its launch in 2004, over 300 high school students throughout New Jersey and New York have joined our annual high school internship program. Under supervision, students research and lead public campaigns to raise awareness of various important issues. Students also have opportunities to meet elected officials and engage with members of the local, state, and federal legislature. Our program is specifically devoted to developing all the inherent skills of our interns as they go out and experience firsthand what it takes to help and support the community.
For any inquiries or questions regarding the program, you may contact us at internship@kace.org or (718) 961-4117. You may also visit our Social Media (via Linktree) for videos and pictures from our previous years of the KACE Grassroots Internship Program.
Program Overview
Through this unique program, our Interns will learn:
Our program is specifically devoted to developing all the inherent skills of our interns as they go out and experience firsthand what it takes to help and support the community.
Students in New York, New Jersey, Illinois, and Texas with demonstrated interest in public policy, politics, and history are encouraged to apply. Our program is open to high school students of all backgrounds that are interested in contributing to our community’s civic empowerment.
Full Program: 22 Weeks (June 2, 2023 through October 27, 2023)
This is an Unpaid / Volunteer position
Interns that successfully complete the program may also be eligible for the President’s Volunteer Service Award (“PVSA”), citations from elected officials, and letters of recommendation from KACE. Interns will have the opportunity to earn approximately 250 qualifying community service hours for the PVSA. Please refer to the official website for the PVSA for the most up to date eligibility requirements (https://presidentialserviceawards.org/eligibility).
Eligibility for the Internship Program
Only high school students are eligible to apply for the 2023 KACE Grassroots Internship Program. Applicants will be selected based upon the following factors:
Interns are required to meet performance expectations just as would any other employee. These expectations include punctuality, responsibility, integrity, productivity, team participation, and specialized knowledge.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The Deadline to apply by is Friday, April 28, 2023. All interviews for potential candidates that submitted their application early or on time will be conducted in the month of May 2023. We recommend that you apply at your earliest possibility since space is limited and to ensure enough time if you are selected for the job interview.
The Following six (6) documents are required and must be submitted together for consideration:
Failure to send any of the required documents may result in the automatic rejection of your entire application.
Personal Statement Instructions
First, please watch this 13-minute video on the history of Korean America
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5ixixzMZ94)
After watching, choose ONE (1) of the following three topics:
Your Personal Statement must also adhere to these guidelines
2023 KACE Grassroots Internship Online Application Link