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American Bar Foundation
Chicago, IL

Summer research diversity fellowships in Law and Social Science
Responsibilities: The American Bar Foundation sponsors a program of summer research fellowships to interest undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds in pursuing graduate study in the social sciences. The summer program is designed to introduce students to the rewards and demands of a research-oriented career in the field of law and social science. The program is supported in part by the Kenneth F. and Harle G. Montgomery Foundation and the Solon E. Summerfield Foundation
Qualifications: Eligible are American citizens and lawful permanent residents including, but not limited to, person who are African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, or Puerto Rican, as well as other individuals who will add diversity to the field of law and social science.
Application Process: Applications will be considered only from sophomores and juniors, that is, students who have completed at least the sophomore year and who have not received a bachelor's degree by the time the fellowship begins. Applicants must have a grade point average of atleast 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) and be moving toward an academic major in the social sciences or humanities. Applicants for the summer research fellowships must provide the following: a brief essay on the topics indicated in the application form, offical transcripts of all academic courses completed at the time of application, one letter of recommendation from a faculty member familiar with the student's work. Completed applications, including transcript and letter of recommendation, are due no later than February 13, 2010. Awards will be announced by April 1, 2010.
Posted: 11/16-11/20

The Woodrow Wilson Visiting Fellow essay contest
Chicago, IL

Essay Contest
Responsibilities: A relatively small number of U.S. citizens elect to dedicate one year or more of their lives to working for service organizations such as the Peace Corps and Americorps. Many of those who have served in this way believe that their service made them better persons and made the world a better place. If public service has such benefits, it seems wise to make it possible for more Americans to do it. Indeed, it may be advisable to require all U.S. citizens to perform public service of some kind at some point in their lives.
Write an essay of 1000 words that addresses the question whether all U.S. citizens should be required by law to perform public service of some kind. In addressing that general question, be sure to address these specific ones:
" What forms might mandatory public service take-which citizens would be required to serve, in what way(s), and when?
" What arguments do advocates of mandatory public service make in its support?
" If public service should be mandatory, what form(s) should it take?
Qualifications: Qualifying essays must also show knowledge and understanding of the relevant ideas of Woodrow Wilson Visiting Fellow Dr. Kevin Quigley, who will deliver the lecture, "President Obama's Service Agenda" at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, in Scholl 101.The contest organizers have selected six short articles on national service, including two by Dr. Quigley, for study and review by contest entrants. While entrants need not engage each of these articles in their essays, they should draw on the information, ideas, and arguments in them in addressing the contest's questions. Copies of the articles are available on request.The author of the winning essay will receive a $1000 cash prize. The first and second runners-up will receive prizes of $600 and $400 respectively. All three winners will be publicly recognized and congratulated for their achievement.
Who May Enter? Any undergraduate student enrolled full-time at Benedictine University in Fall 2009. Word limit 1000 words
Application Process: How to Enter E-mail your essay to Ms. Sharon Jones, Political Science Program Assistant, at sljones@ben.edu by midnight on Wednesday, November 4, 2009.Required Reading For PDF copies of the six short articles, contact Mrs. Sharon Jones, Political Science Program Assistant, at sljones@ben.edu. Submission Format Submit your essay as a Microsoft Word document. Place your name and student ID number on the first page of the document. Begin your essay on the second page. Do not include any identifying information after the first page. Students must cite all sources they utilize in the essay according to one of the standard academic documentation styles.
Posted: 10/26 - 10/30

AmeriCorps - IYC Jump Start Member
Chicago, IL

Literacy Volunteers of Illinois
Responsibilities: LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF ILLINOIS is actively seeking college students or graduates to become AmeriCorps Members! We are seeking people with a great drive to tutor, train, and recruit for literacy programs in the Illinois Youth Centers. This program is a great way to learn job skills, give back, and earn money for college or college loans! DESCRIPTION: Tutor youth in basic literacy. Recruit tutors. Conduct basic skill assessments. Complete a 300 hour service commitment. Assist with program and resource development activities. LOCATIONS AVAILABLE: IYC-Warrenville 30 W 200 Ferry Road, Warrenville, IL 60555 IYC-St. Charles 3825 Campton Hills, St. Charles, IL 60175 BENEFITS: $2,100 in living allowance. Post service education award of $1,000. Trainings and in-services throughout program.$2,100 in living allowance.
Application Process: Register for the AmeriCorps applications site and complete application. In the advanced search type Literacy Volunteers of Illinois. Read description and press apply For more details visit www.lvillinois.org. http://my3.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=3097
Posted: 10/19-10/23

Opportunities for students interested in Liberty
George Mason University

Scholarship:
Humane Studies Fellowships- Awards of up to $12,000 for students interested in a freer society
www.TheIHS.org/hsf

Film & Fiction Scholarships
Awards of up to $10,000 for students pursuing a master of fine arts.
www.theihs.org/mfascholarship

Internships:
Federal & State public policy
Internships at think tanks and nonprofits in more than 40 states through the Koch Summer Fellow Program
www.theIHS.org/intern

Print, Broadcast & Investigative journalism
Spring, Summer, and fall research and writing internships at major news outlets, newspapers, and nonprofits across the country
www.TheIHS.org/journalism

Film & Video production
Spring, summer, and fall filmmaking, television and animation internships at major production houses and cutting edge, innovative independents
www.TheIHS.org/production

Application Process: Please apply the to desired job with the link below
Posted: 10/19 - 10/23

AmeriCorps
Chicago, IL

Literacy volunteers of Illinois
Responsibilities: LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF ILLINOIS is actively seeking college students or graduates to become AmeriCorps Members! We are seeking people with a great drive to tutor, train, and recruit for literacy programs in the Illinois Youth Centers. This program is a great way to learn job skills, give back, and earn money for college or college loans! DESCRIPTION: Tutor youth in basic literacy. Recruit tutors. Conduct basic skill assessments. Complete a 300 hour service commitment. Assist with program and resource development activities. LOCATIONS AVAILABLE: IYC-Warrenville 30 W 200 Ferry Road, Warrenville, IL 60555 IYC-St. Charles 3825 Campton Hills, St. Charles, IL 60175 BENEFITS: $2,100 in living allowance. Post service education award of $1,000. Trainings and in-services throughout program.
Salary: $2,100 in living allowance
Application Process: apply online at http://my3.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=3097. Register for the AmeriCorps applications site and complete application. In the advanced search type Literacy Volunteers of Illinois. Read description and press apply For more details visit www.lvillinois.org.
Posted: 9/29-10/2

Alaskan Observers, Inc
Seattle, WA

Observer
Responsibilities: AOI is the premiere provider of observers to the national marine fisheries service north pacific groundfish observer program. As an at-sea biologist working aboard U.S. flagged commercial fishing vessels, you will gather data essential to the sustainability of fisheries resources in Alaska. Following a paid 3 week training in either Anchorage or Seattle you will make 2 deployments in the course of 6 to 8 months, each approximately 2 1/2 months in length. Observers live and work aboard commercial fishing vessels operating in the Bering Sea and the North Pacific Ocean, identifying fish species, sampling catches to determine their species composition, making estimates of total catch, and collecting age structures and biological data from target species. Observers are guarenteed subsequent deployment opportunities and salary advances.
Salary: 3,900 - 6,340 per month depending on experience, plus room, board, and travel to and from job site.
Qualifications: Minimum of a bachelors degree in fisheries biology, marine biology, general biology, zoology, or a related natural science.
Application Process: Please contact by mail or phone: david edick, 130 Nickerson, Suite 206, Seattle, WA 98109
or by phone at 1-800-483-7310.
Posted: 9/29-10/2

Marine Corps Officer Training
Chicago, IL

Officer Candidates Course
Responsibilities: A commissioning program for college seniors and graduates to earn the rank of second lieutenant. The OCC program allows you to attend officer candidate school. Officer candidates school will test your mental agility and physical stamina in order to evaluate your leadership potential. Officer candidates school is located in Quantico, Virginia. Courses are held in the Summer, Fall, and Winter. College seniors and graduates attend one ten-week training session.
Salary: Approximately $4,500 (ten-weeks) for the training at OCS. Starting salary for second lieutenants is more than $44,000 - 50,000 annually (including meal and housing allowances)
Benefits: Full medical and dental benefits, GI bill and illinois veteran's grant bill for graduate school, 30 days of paid vacation a year
Application Process: for more information call or email at: staff sergeant torres, USMC 773.619.1384. erika.torres@marines.usmc.mil.
Posted: 9/21-9/25

Marine Corps Officer Training
Chicago, IL

Chicago Marine Officer
Responsibilities: A commissioning program for college undergraduates to earn the rank of second lieutenant. The PLC program allows you to attend office candidate school. Officer candidate school will test your mental agility and physical stamina in order to evaluate your leadership potential. Commissioned a second lieutenant upon completing OCS and earning a bachelors degree. Non-binding contract. No active duty requirements if disenrolled from the program. No on-campus training, drills, reserve meetings, uniforms.
Salary: Approximately 2,700 (six weeks) and $4,500 (ten weeks) for the summer training at OCS. Starting salary for second lieutenants is more then $43,000 - $50,000 annually (including meal and housing allowance.
Benefits: full medical and dental benefits. GI bill and the Illinois veteran's Grant Bill for graduate students. 30 days of paid vacation a year.
Application Process: for more information call or email at: staff sergeant torres, USMC 773.619.1384. erika.torres@marines.usmc.mil.
Posted: 9/21-9/25

United States office of Personal Management
Washington, D.C.

Seeking graduate students
Responsibilities: The highly selective rigorous program recruits outstanding graduate programs, for a two year developmental program.
Application Process: Mark your calendar to apply Oct 1-15, 2009. Application is available online at www.pmf.opm.gov
Posted: 9/14-9/18

San Miguel Schools Chicago
Chicago, IL

Volunteer
Responsibilities: Provides an innovative and accessible education in the Lasallian tradition for children of inner city families. San Miguel's mission is to transform lives through education, commitment and love. Full time teachers and teaching assistants of grades 5-8 in all subject areas. Community and family outreach working with family and neighborhoods with the state's highest drop out rates. 1 year end of August to end of July service.
Qualifications: Ability and willingness to live in and participate in the city and one trip home per year, room and board in community, medical and dental insurance. Orientation before start of school year, professional development offered throughout year, ongoing formation in the Lasallian teaching philosophy/ spirituality.
Application Process: Contact Michael Anderer-McClelland, Principal:
1949 W. 48th Street
Chicago, IL 60609
Phone:773-890-0233
Fax: 773-890-0250
Email: sanmiguelchgo@hotmail.com
www.sanmiguelchicago.org
Posted: 9/14-9/18

Midtown Educational Foundation
Chicago, IL

Volunteer
Responsibilities: MEF establishes and supports programs and institution that promote the educational and personal development of inner city youth. It is particularity concerned inner city youth. It is practically concerned that along with growing academically, children mature morally, acquiring the virtues and values needed for long lasting achievement. Currently MEF supports Midtown Center for boys and Metro Achievement Center for Girls. These centers help Chicago's inner city youth to develop morally and intellectually as responsible, caring adults. MEF seeks to share its experience through collaborative efforts with organizations that share its goal and values. Long term: program intern, inters assist the work of the program coordinators. Programs are designed for students in the 4th through 12th grade. The intern is responsible for a variety of activities relating to program operations from teaching to administrative duties to community outreach efforts. Short term: summer advisors. Focus is on the 7th, 8th grade Achievement Program. Summer advisors are responsible for coordinating all recreational activities as well as serving as mentor's for each child. The focus throughout is on academic assistance, character development and recreational activities. Short term: from 7- 8 weeks (mid June to early August). Long term- one calendar year.
Qualifications: Men and women, college age, recent college graduates. Commitment to youth education community service and the teaching of Christian virtues. Year long interns receive small stipend. Short term summer advisors receive $1,000-1,200 depending on experience. Room and board available to Opus Dei residences adjacent to both Centers. Both individual and shared rooms available. An extensive week long training and orientation period is provided for summer advisors and coaches. program internships receive orientation and training in database management and other computer software programs. Orientation covers MEF mission, child pedagogy and the importance of character development.
Application Process: Contact Bridget Hogan, Recruiting Coordinator:
1819 N. Wood Street
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: 773-292-2660 ext. 221
Fax: 773-292-0203
www.midtown-metro.org
Posted: 9/14-9/18

Inner City Teaching Corps
Chicago, IL

Volunteer
Responsibilities: Inner city teaching Corps is a non profit organization that is committed to empowering under service children through education. The Volunteer Teaching Corps (VTC) service program places outstanding recent college graduates as classroom teachers in inner city Chicago. By combining teaching and involvement in after school activities such as coaching, the VTC provides Corps members with excellent opportunities to channel their enthusiasm toward children from inner city neighborhoods. Corps members live a simple lifestyle in community residences. The VTC is a unique experience that provides volunteers opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of children from inner city neighborhoods as well as their own lives. Corps members participate in a specialty designed Alternative Teacher Certification Program developed in partnerships with the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University. Upon successful completion of the requirements for the Alternative Teacher Certification Program, Corps members earn a State of Illinois teaching certificate. Full time teaching position in inner city Catholic elementary schools and high schools (for math and science majors only) in Chicago. ICTC schools primarily serve low income families in African American and Latino communities. Serve for two years.
Qualifications: Corps members are men and women, single, hold a Bachelor's degree, ages 21 to 30 years old. Teaching background or previous education experience are not required. ICTC provides room and board, medical insurance, stipend and transportation. Corp members participate in a summer orientation to the VTC program and begin training through the specialty designed Alternative Teacher Certification Program, developed in partnership through Northwestern University School of Education and Social Policy. Through successful completion of this program, Corps members earn an Initial Alternative State of Illinois Teacher Certificate and 22 credits toward a Master's in Education from Northwestern University. Designed for non-education majors teaching in an urban setting, ATCP begins with an eight week summer training institute and continues throughout the year with ongoing professional development.
Application Process: Contact Bridget Hogan, Recruiting Coordinator:
1645 W. LeMoyne St.
Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: 773-278-6724
Fax: 773-278-7120
Email: volunteer@franoutreach.org
www.franoutreach.org
Deadline November 5 and January 21
Posted: 9/14-9/18

Literacy Volunteers of Illinois
Warrenville, IL

Responsibilities: Literacy volunteers of Illinois is actively seeking college students or graduates to become AmeriCorps Members! We are seeking people with a great drive to tutor, train, and recruit for literacy programs in the Illinois Youth Centers. This program is a great way to learn job skills, give back, and earn money for college or college loans. The right candidate will tutor youth in basic literacy, recruit tutors, conduct basic skill assessments, complete a 300 hour service commitment, assist with program and resource development activities.
DESCRIPTION:
Tutor youth in basic literacy.
Recruit tutors.
Conduct basic skill assessments.
Complete a 300 hour service commitment.
Assist with program and resource development activities.
LOCATIONS AVAILABLE:
IYC-Warrenville
30 W 200 Ferry Road, Warrenville, IL 60555
IYC-St. Charles
3825 Campton Hills, St. Charles, IL 60175
BENEFITS:
$2,100 in living allowance.
Post service education award of $1,000.
Trainings and in-services throughout program.
Qualifications: Individuals must be caring, willing, and committed to the youth and to the concept that positive change is a reachable goal.
Salary: $2,100 in living allowance
Application Process: Complete application and fax to 312-857-1586. Contact Chamala Travis at 312-857-1583 for more details.
Posted: 8/31-9/4

3rd Annual Deb Colky workplace Learning and Performance (WLP) Student Award

The Chicagoland Chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (CCASTD) is pleased to announce the opening of the application process for the 3rd Annual Deb Colky workplace Learning and Performance (WLP) Student Award. This $500 cash award recognizes a student who show excellent potential in the HRD/ WLP field and includes both being honored at the annual December CCASTD Holiday Party and being a recipient of a one time $500 monetary award.
Eligibility requirements:
Must be:
Enrolled in a SLP, HRD, OB, OD or T&D degree program.
Currently taking at lease one course
Planning a career in the field of SLP, HRD, etc. and
A resident in the Chicagoland area
Apply now! Completed applications must be received by November 1, 2009.
For more information or to apply visit the CCASTD website www.ccastd.org

The Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation

As a Woodrow Wilson Indiana Teaching Fellow, put your math and science knowledge to work for the students who need you most.
- A $30,000 stipend
- Admission to a master's degree program at one of four participating Indiana universities
- Preparation in a high-need urban or rural secondary school
- Support and mentoring throughout the three-year teaching commitment
- Guidance toward teaching certification
- Lifelong membership in a national network of Woodrow Wilson Fellows who are intellectual leaders
As part of their commitment to ensuring the success of students in high-need Indiana secondary schools, Fellows teach for at least three years in an urban or rural school district. For more information, visit: www.woodrow.org/indiana.

Indianapolis Teaching Fellows
Indianapolis, IN

Members of this elite cohort of outstanding new teachers will receive several unique benefits:
- Full- time position in one of Indianapolis' high-need classrooms with teacher's salary and benefits.
- Earn a Master of Arts in Education and an Indiana Practitioner's license fro Marian University.
- Specialized summer training that includes a student teaching component, during which Fellows receive hands-on training and coaching on effective teaching strategies.
- Stipend of $2000 during the summer months between the end of training and the start of school.
- Network of talented, committed teachers working to make a greater difference with the students who have the greatest need.
Application Process: Send resumes to:
Indianapolis Teaching Fellows
120 E. Walnut Street Room 119
Indianapolis, IN 46204
www.indianapolisteachingfellows.org

The Harvey Fellows
Tustin, CA

Do Christians belong in Hollywood, premier concert halls, art biennials, and on Broadway?? We believe they do
Awards: Harvey Fellows receive a stipend up to $16,000, which is awarded on the basis of merit and is renewable for up to a total of three years. Generally, only students studying at a program considered to be among the "top five" in its particular field will be considered.
Format: The culture wars are over. Everyone lost. Out of these ashes, we seek to support artists with a heart for the culture at large, who desires to actively participate in it with an attitude of love and service. Redeeming culture is not a matter of standing at the sidelines and condemning others from afar, but of exceptional artists using their hands and minds to create and enjoy culture alongside their professional peers. Every worldview and voice may be found in the arts; we seek to support artists at the top levels of their craft who's Christian faith informs their vocation in all facets of their lives, and who desire to excel in their field with humility and grace.
Suggested Topics: The Harvey Fellows program seeks applications from Christians engaging in graduate study at premier universities. If you are a committed Christian pursuing a graduate degree at a top institution and you will be entering a field that is underrepresented by Christians, we want to hear from you. Believing in the Lordship of Christ over all of creation, the Harvey Fellowship is motivated by the cultural mandate to redeem the structures that shape society, as well as the people in it.
Application process: Applications are accepted annually from August 1 to November 1. The Harvey Fellowship is an initiative of the Mustard Seed Foundation. For more information or to receive an application, visit our website (www.harveyfellows.com) or contact us at:
The Harvey Fellows
1100 Irvine Blvd., #764
Tustin, CA 92780
(703) 524-5620

Janet Wattles Center
Rockford, IL

Volunteer Internships to Explore Career Possibilities
Janet Wattles Center is an out-patient mental health center offering services including emergency services, case management, day treatment and out-reach services for adults and children. A Volunteer Internship will help you explore career possibilities in psychology, social work, human services and marketing.
Internships offer the following advantages: "hands-on" training, learn new skills, explore your career options, lead to a paying job, provide contacts and references, gain tangible work experience for a resume. If you live near Rockford, consider volunteering during your school breaks. Internships are always available for undergraduates.
For more information, please call Vida at (815)391-6443 or email vmarshall@janetwattles.org.
Visit our website at www.janetwattles.org.

Literacy Volunteers of Illinois, Jump Start Program
Warrenville, IL

Jump Start Tutor
Responsibilities: Jump Start is a one-on-one tutoring and mentoring program for incarcerated youth residing in the Illinois Youth Centers.
Tutoring is done within the center, and typically is in the subjects of reading and math.
As an AmeriCorps member placed in the Jump Start program, students must agree to serve a total of 300 hours between September 1, 2008 - August 31, 2009. We are very flexible with hours, and allow tutoring to be done weekdays, weeknights, and/or weekends.
Qualifications: Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have completed at least two years of college.
Must have U.S. citizenship or otherwise be here legally.
Must have reliable transportation to and from the facility.
Must pass a background check and a drug test.
Salary: Compensation for students working with the program includes:
(1) an interest accrual waiver for any student loans throughout the entire time they are an AmeriCorps Member
(2) a $1,000 scholarship at the end of their service
(3) a total of $2000 in living allowance which is distributed in two-week periods throughout the time of service
Application Process: If interested, contact Dot Read at 630-584-0506, or email at lvaill@aol.com for application process details. Note: the application process does include a background check and a drug test.
Web Address: http://www.lvillinois.org/JumpStartatIYC.asp

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