For Students
Congressional Internship Program - Every summer, 30 promising Latino undergraduates from across the country are selected for an eight-week program in the nation's capital. While in DC, interns work in the offices of U.S. representatives. Interns benefit from the leadership development curriculum's emphasis on work experience, community service, and learning. For more information, please visit our Congressional Internship page.
Public Policy Fellowship Program - Every year, this nine-month Fellowship Program (late August to late May) offers 20 talented Latinos from across the country the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the national level in the public policy area of their choice. Fellows have the opportunity to work in such areas as economic development, urban planning, education policy, housing, and government. For more information, please visit our Public Policy Fellowship page.
Graduate & Young Professional Fellowship Program - During this nine-month program, Latino college graduates and young professionals are provided unparalleled exposure to national leaders, work experience and leadership development in the public policy areas of health, housing, international affairs, law, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). For more information, please visit the Graduate & Young Professional Fellowship Program page.
Scholarship Program - CHCI awards undergraduate and graduate Scholarships of $1,000; $2,500 and $5,000. This premier scholarship opportunity is afforded to Latino students who have a history of performing public service-oriented activities in their communities and who plan to continue contributing in the future. For more information, please visit the Scholarship Programs page.
Ready to Lead (R2L) - The goal of CHCI's Ready to Lead (R2L) program is to motivate, educate and empower Latino high school students to graduate from high school, prepare for college admission, and serve and lead in their communities. The program provides training that helps Latino high school students throughout the country with the tools and training they need to prepare for college.
2008-2009 National Directory of Scholarships, Internships, and Fellowships
2008 Guide to Applying for Financial Aid & Scholarships
How Financial Aid Works
For additional resources for students, please visit the Education Center.
