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Public Service Internship Program

 The Public Service Internship Program offers driven college students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with public offices and non-profits, all while engaging in a summer-long policy project. Through this program, interns will build professional skills and develop critical research abilities by exploring a policy issue they care about. NGSFC is committed to supporting students by providing a stipend to help offset transportation and other expenses. Recognizing that this may be many students’ first experience with in-depth research, we pair each intern with a dedicated mentor to guide them through the process and help them prepare to present their findings to local officials and key stakeholders. The Public Service Internship Program will create the leaders of tomorrow, changing communities one student at a time.  

Program Information

Potential internship offices

Potential internship offices

Potential internship offices

  • Illinois State Representative 
  • Illinois State Senator
  • Nonprofit’s focusing on immigration issues
  • Nonprofit focusing on veteran affairs
  • Non-profits focused on affordable housing

Program Dates

Potential internship offices

Potential internship offices

  • Application Launches: April 11, 2025
  • Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
  • The internship program is from June through August (30-35 hours a week)

Our Internship Partners

Apply below— deadline is April 30th!

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at paul.rampersaud@ngsfc.org  if you cannot find an answer to your question.

 For your application, you will need the following information: weighted and unweighted GPA, family income level, parent’s education level, and a 1-page resume.


This program is dedicated to providing real-life experiences in public service and will select students who show an interest in helping their communities. Applicants should showcase their leadership on campus and reflect on that work in their essay responses. Be sure to demonstrate your character and personality through your essay responses so we can get to know you as a student. 


 If the organization you are looking for is not offered, feel free to reach out to the coordinators, and we will do our best to accommodate and match your needs! 


 The weekly time commitment varies depending on activities and resources offered that week but expect a 30-35 hour time commitment. 


 Yes, you will be able to interact with the rest of the intern cohort through webinars, activities, and mentorship. 


NextGen Scholars for Change has partnerships with local offices that will work with students based on their interests. Our team will assist students with resume, cover letter, and interview preparation. 



Contact Information

email: paul.rampersaud@ngsfc.org


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