BPIP Internship Fund
Open to underclass students who have secured and accepted an unpaid, full-time summer internship with a public interest, non-profit organization or government offices. Through the Internship Fund, it is hoped that students who might not otherwise be able to participate in summer public interest, non-profit internships will have an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a field of interest.
Interns must apply for the funding; the number of students selected and the amount of support provided will ultimately depend upon the applicant pool and the funding available each year. Students are encouraged to search for internship opportunities which coincide with their passions and interests.
*These funds are taxable and students are responsible for reporting the funding award on their tax returns.
Application Deadline: March 22, 2010
BPIP Internship Fund Application
Internships (paid & unpaid)
Students are encouraged to search for internship opportunities which coincide with their passions and interestes. There are a number of ways students can find internships :
Information Sessions
Throughout the Spring semester BPIP will be offering BPIP Internship Fund Information Sessions. Check the BRIDGE or our calendar for dates and times.
Classroom Visit
Contact Marilyn Shull ( 7-1238) if interested in a brief classroom presentation.
Timeline
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March 22 |
March 25 |
March 31 |
April 2 |
April 7 |
April 11 & 12 |
Week of April 26 |
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Application Deadline; due via the BRIDGE |
Last date host organization forms will be accepted |
Study-abroad students notified if moving on to next step in application process. |
On-campus students notified if moving on to next step in application process. |
Deadline for Study-abroad students to submit answers to the interview questions to Marilyn Shull |
On- Campus Interviews with selection committee |
Announcements to all applicants |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will applications be accepted after the deadline?
- All applications must be submitted via the BRIDGE by the March 16, 2009 deadline.
- Can I submit my application if I do not have the letter from my host organization?
- Yes, you may submit your application on the BRIDGE if you are still waiting for your host organization to submit their letter. Letters from the host organization must be received by noon on March 19, 2009.
- If I have been awarded the BPIP Internship Fund in the past, can I apply this year?
- Past Internship Fund recipients may reapply, however it is important to note that the BPIP Internship Fund Selection Committee looks at the entire applicant pool and will not compare the applicant pool to past years. Each applicant will be on a level playing field. Lastly, there are no guarantees that internships which were supported in the past will be supported this year.
- If I am studying off-campus during the Spring semester, can I apply?
- Yes, students studying off-campus during the 2009 Spring semester may apply. All active Bucknell students have user names and passwords to the BRIDGE which can be accessed from any internet connection. Arrangements will be made for students studying off-campus and not able to be meet with the Selection Committee.
- After the committee announces the recipients, is there any thing I can do if I am not selected?
- All decisions are final. We ask that you be respectful of the Selection Committee’s decisions.
- Will I still be eligible for the Internship Fund if I only secure a part-time internship?
- No, students must secure a full-time internship (ranging from 30-40 hours/week), lasting a minimum of 8 weeks, preferably 10-12 weeks. However the BPIP Internship Fund Selection Committee will consider applicants who secure 2 part-time internships (each 25-30 hr/wk.
- How much is the Internship Fund?
- Each Internship Fund is $2500.
- How many funds are available?
- The number of funds available is not known at this time. The BPIP Program Manager will provide this information closer to the interviews. Note that this program is fully funded by Bucknell alumni, parents and friends.
- How do I log onto the BRIDGE?
- Each Bucknell student has an account on the BRIDGE. To login, simply enter your username (bison & your BU ID#, example: bison12345678) and your password is: bison
