First, it encourages students' future involvement in public service by acquainting them with the challenges and rewards of public interest work. Second, it provides the public interest community, which too often operate on limited resources, with the dedication, energy, and idealism that interns bring to their work. With these goals in mind, Henry and Edith Everett established their Everett Public Service Internship Program in 1989. Since then, nearly two thousand students from communities across the country have discovered the immense satisfaction of contributing to society, while acquiring significant knowledge, experience, and career development opportunities. They come from across the nation, attend public and private colleges and universities, major in subjects ranging from engineering to philosophy, and from political science to art history.
Interns span the ethnic, racial and political spectrum.
A sense of community and camaraderie is fostered among the Interns in the Program. Accepted candidates will determine a starting date with their Intern Coordinator. Everett Interns work on substantive projects, develop professional skills, and gain knowledge about the enormous societal impact of public service. D.C. Interns gather to attend exciting weekly events, both educational and social, presenting distinguished leaders and young heroes from the public sector. Apply directly to each organization of your choice.