The program is notable for offering fellowships to Asian Americans as well as African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans. The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars has two programs especially for minority students. The Diversity in Congress Program has the ultimate goals of increasing minority representation in the U.S. Congress. It offers minority students interested in public service and government the chance to intern in congressional offices. The Minority Leaders Fellowship Program combines academic study with an internship at a public, private, or nonprofit organization.
Participants receive full program and housing costs.
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation sponsors a paid Congressional Internship Program for African American college students and a Congressional Fellow Program for African American college graduates interested in the legislative process. Professors in your major department may be able to offer assistance with the application procedure, and you will need to contact one or more of your professors for recommendations.