The cornerstone of the Institute for Foreign Service & Diplomacy is to assist Kean University students secure internships that will prepare them for successful careers in international affairs. With its metropolitan location and proximity to Washington D.C., Kean University is situated in a prime area for internship opportunities.

In each year of the grant, the Institute is able to provide up to 20 students with a stipend while they are employed in relevant internships. These students, coined "Institute Scholars," must commit to attending the Institute ’s other career training activities and to taking the U.S. Foreign Service Written Exam. Students interested in becoming an Institute Scholar should contact the Project Manager.

Students are encouraged to frequently access the Institute’s internship database. Students are also notified about opportunities via email.

State Department Internship Program
Students are strongly encouraged to pursue internship opportunities with the U.S. State Department. Follow the link for "Student Programs" on the State Department’s career page, www.careers.state.gov, for more information.

Students should be aware, however, that deadlines for State Department internships fall well in advance of the commencement of employment:
   Spring Internships - July 1
   Summer Internships - November 1
   Fall Internships - March 1

Be sure to arrange to meet with the Project Manager to review your application package, which includes an application form, statement of interest, and transcript.

UN Student Volunteer / Internship Opportunities
Kean University is very fortunate to be located within commuting distance of the United Nations’ headquarters. Students interested in internships at the United Nations should visit its website, www.un.org, to familiarize themselves with the UN’s departments, divisions, and agencies. For information on possible placements, please contact the Institute’s Project Manager.

The Washington Center for Internships & Academic Seminars
For students involved with the Institute interested in securing an internship in the nation’s capitol, the Washington Center offers excellent placements in international affairs for students from all majors. In addition to providing housing, the Washington Center coordinates with the Political Science department to offer academic credit. For more details, contact the Political Science department and the Project Manager. Also view the Washington Center’s webpage, www.twc.edu, for more information.

JOBS
The Institute also provides assistance with securing jobs in this career field. Students are encouraged to utilize the Institute for Foreign Service & Diplomacy’s job database to begin a search. Sample of websites recommended to students include:

Foreign Policy Association
www.fpa.org
View the Job Board or the weekly Global Jobs Newsletter for positions in the U.S. and abroad.

National Association of Schools of Public Affairs & Administration
www.naspaa.org
The “Students” page offers comprehensive resources for finding jobs in public service.

U.S. Office of Personnel Management
www.usajobs.opm.gov
The U.S. Federal Government’s main site for Federal jobs and employment information.

Idealist.org
www.idealist.org
An excellent resource for positions with international organizations, non-profits, and educational institutions.