AAI Foundation

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Internship Opportunities

Now Accepting Applications for Fall Internships

The Arab American Institute is now accepting applications for our fall internship program. Our interns receive hands-on experience in daily administrative tasks, assisting with the logistics of community events, providing the community with voting records of elected officials and profiles of candidates as well as research and writing projects. Students work within one of our three key departments—Government Relations, Communications, or Community Relations. Applications are reviewed by senior staff to better determine departmental assignments based on each student's area of study, extracurricular activities, and interests.

Our internships are open to full- and part-time students, graduate students, and recent college graduates. Students must be able to work at least 20 hours per week and must be U.S. Citizens or legally permitted to work in the United States.

Please note that neither the Foundation nor the Institute is able to assist students in locating housing or with visa applications.

Click here to submit your application online.

The fall internship application deadline is August 7th.

Any questions regarding the internship program, or any of our youth programs, can be directed to Kyle Haley at khaley@aaiusa.org or by phone at 202-429-9210 ext. 30.


Kyle Haley, Arab American Institute
1600 K Street, NW, Suite 601
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 429-9210 Fax: (202) 429-9214

President Obama Launches White House Internship Program

President Obama today launched the White House Internship Program for his administration and announced that applications are currently being accepted for the summer of 2009. Those selected to participate in the program will gain valuable job experience and an inside look at the life of White House staff while building leadership skills.

“This program will mentor and cultivate young leaders of today and tomorrow and I’m proud that they will have this opportunity to serve,” said President Obama. “I look forward to working with those that are selected to participate and I want to commend all who apply for their desire to help through public service to forge a brighter future for our country.”

In addition to normal office duties, interns will supplement their learning experience by attending a weekly lecture series hosted by senior White House staff, help at White House social events, and volunteer in community service projects.

The 2009 Summer Internship program runs from May 22 to August 14, and the submission deadline is March 22, 2009.

Those interested in applying to the White House Internship Program must be:

• U.S. Citizens
• Eighteen years of age on or before the first day of the internship
• Enrolled in a college or university (2-4 year institution) or must have graduated from college in the past two years

Interns will be placed in a departmental office for their internship. Below is a list of departments in the Office of the President and the Office of the Vice President where interns could be placed.

• White House Department of Scheduling and Advance
• The Office of Cabinet Affairs
• The White House Communications Department
• The White House Office of Public Liaison and Intergovernmental Affairs
• The Office of the First Lady
• The White House Office of Legislative Affairs (OLA)
• The Office of Political Affairs
• The Office of Management and Administration
• The Office of White House Counsel
• The Domestic Policy Council
• The White House Office of Presidential Personnel
• Office of the Vice President

More information on the White House Internship Program, including application instructions, can be found at: www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships

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The AAI Foundation's Youth Leadership Awards honors Arab Americans 30 years old or younger for their public and community service. This year's application deadline is March 14; successful candidates will be notified in April. For more information please email Kyle Haley at khaley@aaiusa.org.

Helen Abbott Community Service Awards The Helen Abbott Community Service Awards honor students and student organizations whose devotion to community service, selfless acts of care, and interest in improving the quality of life for others reflect the life of the Awards’ namesake. The Helen Abbott Community Service Awards is given in two categories: (1) achievement by a college/university student and (2) achievement by a high school student. Each year the Foundation awards a maximum of two $1,000 individual prizes and one $500 grant to a high school student. Organizational community service projects include, but are not limited to: community improvement and service projects such as park clean-ups, recycling programs, volunteering in shelters, tutoring programs, food/toy drives, and ethnic/cultural outreach.
Abbott Award Recipients | Background and Application Form (PDF)

Raymond Jallow Awards for Public Service The Raymond Jallow Awards for Public Service are presented to two deserving candidates whose commitment to public service reflects the life of the Awards’ namesake. Two $500 grants are given annually to students and adults who are actively involved in, or plan to participate, in public service. Examples of activities include preparing for foreign service, clerking for a judge, running for office, and specializing in public administration.
Jallow Award Recipients | Background and Application Form (PDF)

Al-Muammar Scholarship for Journalism

The Al-Muammar Scholarship has been suspended for the 2009-2010 school year. Please check back for information on the 2010-2011 award.
Information for applicants

Voice of Arab Youth is a project that aims to train youth from the Arab world. For more information, contact Fadi A. Elsalameen at felsalameen@aed.org or visit the Youth Action Network

"A new generation of young Arab Americans has stepped forward to work on behalf of the Arab-American community. This new energy can be seen everywhere. On college campuses, young Arab Americans have become a dynamic force in student government and local community activism." - Dr. James Zogby, Washington Watch, May 5, 1997 If you're interested in volunteering at AAI's Washington, DC office, please send an email to hrobertson@aaiusa.org

This program encourages students to become active in government at the national and local levels. AAI can help students obtain volunteer positions with political campaigns and secure internship placements in government agencies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The Student Action Network is seeking student activists who are committed to advancing Arab American interests in communities, government and politics. An email broadcast network provides students with information about legislative and policy issues of national importance to the Arab American community and actions they can take to help affect these issues. If you're interested in getting involved in the Student Action Network, please email us your name, school, and contact information.