PENN STATE WASHINGTON PROGRAM
Name: _____________________________________
Address: _____________________________________
_____________________________________
Phone: (___) ___-____ Email: __________________________
PSU ID No.: _____________
(choose one)
Washington Internship Program ____ October 24, 2008
Washington Internship Program ____ January 16, 2009
Washington Internship Program ____ February 27, 2009*
Communications & Democracy ____
Leadership Development ____
*Please note: The early decision deadline for Fall 2009 is November 14, 2008. Accepted early-decision applicants will be notified before the end of the Fall 2008 semester.
RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATIONS TO:
Scott Colburn Dr. Robert Richards
PO Box 9291 201 Carnegie Building
Arlington, VA University Park, PA
22219 16802
(215) 801-6737 (814) 863-1900
sbc136@psu.edu rdr2@psu.edu
ADMISSIONS OVERVIEW
The Program is usually limited to juniors and seniors (outstanding sophomores will be considered on a case-by-case basis). We will base our admissions decisions on your level of interest, your completed application packet, and an interview.
In addition to the application cover sheet, please include the following materials in your application packet. All application materials should be single-sided. Also, be sure to return the packet to the proper address, as listed on the cover sheet. For the Washington Internship program, send your application to Scott Colburn; for Communications & Democracy or Leadership Development, to Dr. Robert Richards. Interviews will be held after all applications are received and reviewed.
Note: “Washington Internship Program” should be checked if you are interested only in internship and housing. “Communications and Democracy” (or “Leadership Development,” if you are an Agriculture student) should be checked if you are interested in internship, housing, and classes.
1. Resume
Please submit a resume that includes the following information: current and permanent address and phone number, email address, student number, education, work experience, computer experience or other specialized skills, honors, and activities.
2. Two Letters of Recommendation
Both letters of recommendation must be from instructors or academic advisors who have firsthand knowledge of your performance as a student at Penn State.
3. Unofficial Transcript
Transcripts can be obtained at your department’s advising office on campus, or you can download and print a copy from elion.psu.edu. An official transcript is not necessary.
4. Essays
Submit your answers to both of the essay questions listed below. Your answers should be clear, thoughtful, and carefully prepared. Each essay should be typed and approximately 3 pages in length.