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The Governor’s Summer Internship Program (GSIP) introduces Maryland’s best and brightest college students to the challenges and rewards of working within state government.  Fellows are paid a stipend of $3,000 for their participation in the program.

The Fellowship Has 4 Components:

[Experience]

Fellows are placed at a government agency full-time under the mentorship of a senior-level professional

[Exploration]

Fellows attend an orientation and seminars to strengthen their understanding of the functions of state government and policy making

[Exposure]

Fellows attend meetings, events, field trips, and networking opportunities to connect with Maryland’s leaders

[Practice]

Fellows work together in groups to put their knowledge and skills into practice, researching and preparing a policy analysis and recommendation to present to the Governor

Eligibility criteria for fellows

• Rising Junior or Senior in the summer of participation
• Attending a Maryland institution OR a current Maryland resident attending an out-of-state institution
• GPA 2.7 or above
• Available May 28-August 9, 2019 (Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm)

2019 GSIP Important Dates:

• December 21- Applications Live
• February 1- Application Priority Deadline
• March 1- Priority Applicants will be notified of their status
• March 15- Application Deadline
• April 15- All Applicants Notified
• May 28-May 31- Orientation
• June 3- Internship Kickoff
• August 9- Program Ends

 For more information email publicservicescholars@umbc.edu