Taiwanese American Citizens League Political Internship Program

Since 1992, the TACL Political Internship Program (PIP) has been TACL’s flagship internship program, demonstrating TACL’s commitment to civic participation. PIP’s mission is to empower the best and brightest students to make an impact in our community through civic engagement. We aim to foster the next generation of leaders and increase Taiwanese American representation in our country’s crucial decision-making processes. 

The program places college students in local and federal elected officials’ offices for a summer internship that emphasizes identity and community impact while gaining leadership and networking experience. This year’s nine-week Los Angeles program includes:

Internship: Full-time placement in a local district office to learn the inner workings of the political process

Workshops: Two-day orientation and sessions throughout the summer on leadership, identity, policy, and networking

Advocacy: Summer-long intern group project culminating in a 3-day lobbying visit to Sacramento on an issue important to the TA community

Mentorship: Meaningful one-on-one relationship with an experienced mentor

All college students interested in Taiwanese American issues — regardless of previous political experience, major, or career goals — may apply.

KEY DATES

Saturday, June 4 – Sunday June 5: Mandatory Orientation Retreat @ Big Bear

Monday, June 6: First day of internship

Friday, July 30: Last day of internship

Wednesday, August 3 to Friday, August 5: Sacramento Lobbying Trip

Saturday, August 6: Closing Ceremony

APPLY NOW

YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION CHECKLIST

1.           Completed online application (http://bit.do/taclpip2016)

2.           One letter of reference or list of 2-3 references

3.           Most recent transcript

4.           Resume

5.           Writing sample (1-5 pages)

All application materials are due on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 11:59 PM PST.