| Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Ass | |
| Region: California - other | Service Area(s): Legal/Public Policy/Civil Rights |
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1006 4th Street, Suite # 210
• Sacramento, CA 95814 E-mail: info@apapa.org Telephone: 707-451-0130 • Fax: 707-451-0131 www.apapa.org Requirements: 8 week program from June 22 through August 14, 2009. Attend APAPA's Capitol Internship Award & Scholarship Fundraising Dinner in Sacramento held on May 20, 2009 Work 100 hours minimum in your assigned office between June 22-August 14, 2009 The hours are flexible depending on the placement office at the State Capitol and must be distributed over the 8 week period. Be available to attend seminars, workshops, coaching & mentoring sessions and tours Complete 20 community service hours at one of APAPA's chapters by August 14, 2009 There are 4 locations as follows: Sacramento Headquarter 1006 4th Street Suite 210 Sacramento, CA 95814 Bay Area Chapter 1963 Sabre Street Hayward, CA 94545 Central Valley Chapter 10940 Trinity Parkway # C338. Stockton, CA 95204 Southern California Chapter 668 South 6th Avenue City of Industry, CA 91746 You may choose the chapter closest to your home or college. The chapter president will notify the internship committee when you have completed your 20 hours. Prerequisites: The program is open to all California resident undergraduate and graduate college students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Deadlines: March 20, 2009 Description/Mission statement: APAPA's Mission is to promote the advancement of Asian and Pacific Islander (API) Americans through active participation and leadership in civicand public affairs. Today, API citizens are ready to stand tall and take full responsibility as citizens of our great country. APAPA educates the public about public policy and provides opportunities for our youth to gain firsthand knowledge and experience in governmental and public affairs. Our primary objectives include: Help foster opportunities and a brighter future for the API community and all Californians Oppose prejudice and discriminatory actions against API and other minorities. Educate API Americans and the general public about public policy. Provide scholarships and internship training to young men & women who will be our future leaders. Work in partnership with civic minded community and business leaders. Engage all sides of the political spectrum while remaining non-partisan. APAPA Capitol Summer Internship Program in Sacramento is designed to prepare college students to become future leaders in the State of California. This program provides an opportunity for students to develop their leadership skills, gain public policy experience and become civically engaged. The internship program will develop: - Political awareness and civic engagement - Understanding of government and legislative processes - Professional and leadership qualities - Teamwork skills - Networking skills with other fellow interns |
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