Purpose
We believe in the immense value of gaining professional experience. 我们支持的一种方式是通过人文社会科学学院的“无薪实习津贴”。 我们认识到，无薪实习可能会带来财务挑战，并限制参与人员的机会。 To help alleviate these burdens and encourage career experience, we are awarding a $1500 stipend to a select number of students to support them during their internship journey. To be considered, students are encouraged to apply.
Student Eligibility
- Current degree-seeking undergraduate CHSS students who have an internship secured.
- Internships can be for credit or not for credit.
- All CHSS majors
- Minimum 2.0 overall GPA (no rounding)
- Students should be completing 120+ hours during the internship period
- Internships should be at least 7 weeks in length
- Virtual internships are eligible
Who is not eligible?
- Programs, such as volunteer or service vacations, will not be considered.
- Students taking courses at CHSS/MSU for one semester but seeking degrees from other universities are not eligible.
- Previous winners of the Internship Grant are not eligible. However, students who are not awarded a grant may reapply.
- Students interning at companies/organizations that do not follow MSU’s non-discrimination EEO policy or ethical agreement are not eligible.
Application Materials
Applicants will be required to upload the following documents for the application:
- Employer Verification Letter*
- Resume
- Application Cover Letter
*Students who are in process of accepting an internship offer for Summer internships will have until May 1st to provide a copy of their employer verification letter.
Deadlines
Spring 火狐体育 Applicants:
Students who are currently in an internship for Spring 火狐体育 can apply for a Spring award.
Application deadline is Monday, March 17th, 火狐体育.
Summer 火狐体育 Applicants:
Students who have secured an internship for Summer 火狐体育 can apply for the Summer award.
Application deadline is Monday, April 21st, 火狐体育.
Applications will not be reviewed until after the deadline. Questions will not be answered about specific applications. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be disqualified and will not be returned to you for revision.
Requirements of the internship position
- Unpaid, but you may receive a stipend, meals, subway pass, etc.
- The offer must be secured prior to being awarded stipend (an employer verification form is a required part of the application)
- Must be a minimum of 120 hours
- You must have defined duties and a specific supervisor
Academic credit
Students can earn academic credit but it is not required. (Non Co-op and Co-op students will be considered.) Contact chsscareer@montclair.edu if you have questions about earning academic credit for your internship.
Expectations of recipients
- Students may be asked to serve on internship panels that the CHSS Career Services sponsors in the future.
- Students will be asked to complete a survey rating their overall experience.
- Students may be asked to provide a headshot, share a quote about your experience, and/or participate in other promotional activities. This helps us showcase the impact of the program and inspire future students.
What is the stipend amount?
$1500
Can I intern abroad?
- An international internship must be coordinated through a Montclair State study abroad program, or you must be getting academic credit through a Montclair State internship course.
- Awards for internships as part of Montclair State Study Abroad programs vary according to which program you choose.
- Students working in summer internships abroad are encouraged to apply, however they must meet the same requirements in order to qualify.
- Programs that require you to transfer your credits back to Montclair State are not eligible.
What is the selection process?
- The application is selective, and applicants are not guaranteed a grant on the basis of applying.
- Our selection committee consists of the CHSS Student Services staff.
- Multiple criteria, including GPA, financial need, quality and thoughtfulness of application answers, and faculty/staff recommendation are considered.
- Financial need is considered, but not required.
How will I receive the money?
- You will receive a one time stipend payment.
- We will contact your supervisor to verify your internship offer/current enrollment before paying out stipend.
- More information regarding payment will be sent out to recipients.
For questions about CHSS Unpaid Internship Stipend please contact chsscareer@montclair.edu