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FOR ALL AGES
Constituting America's “We The Future” Contest. Elementary students, high school students, college students, and young to old adults may participate. Submissions include an essay, a song, STEM, a short film, or PSA. Prizes range from $50-$5,000. Apply here.
The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America (NSCDA) "grants educational awards each year to graduate students working toward doctorate degrees in American History, political science, historic restoration and preservation or administration of historic sites. Other educational awards are granted to any age child or adult for any reason pertaining to the education of American History. Examples include grants to enhance American history curriculum, History Day prizes, grants to teachers for enrichment study, and grants to international students." Learn more here.
(Via) Potomac Tea Party A grant-making nonprofit in Virginia cordially invites you to submit a one-paragraph proposal outlining what you would do with a one-time $500 - $1,500 grant from us. The nonprofit empowers the grassroots with small cash grants that enable activists and small organizations on the political Right to have a bigger impact. Proposals must educate the public on the U.S. Constitution or serve underlying constitutional values. Living expenses, operating expenses, political campaign contributions, and lobbying expenses do not qualify for this grant. Past grants have been awarded for start-up costs, literature expenses, a new website, video production, election integrity training, and election data analysis. Contact [email protected] for details.
Middle School Students, High School Students, College and Graduate Students
Ayn Rand Essay Contests. The Ayn Rand Institute has hosted annual essay contests on Ayn Rand’s fiction since 1985, awarding over $2.2 million in total prizes to middle school students, high school students, college students and beyond, worldwide. Enter one of the contests today for a chance to win up to $10,000! Apply here.
Turning Point USA Activism Grant Turning Point USA is happy to provide activism grants to students and student groups who wish to organize pro-free market activism initiatives on their high school or college campus. Apply here.
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MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Classic Learning Test - Using a critical thinking and logic-based approach, our suite of college entrance and preparatory exams provide an accurate and rigorous assessment of a student’s aptitude and achievement. Students may access exams for grades 7-8 here, grades 9-10 here, and grades 11-12 (comparable to the SAT and ACT) here. See test preps and student guides here. Classic Learning Test also recognizes top performers on the CLT10, our college preparatory exam and alternative to the PSAT. National Award recipients are awarded a $2,500 scholarship to help cover the cost of tuition and room and board at any CLT Partner College. Beginning with 2023 National Award recipients (graduating in 2025), this scholarship is also applicable at any school with an “A” or “B” grade from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. For tens of thousands of students, the CLT and CLT10 are the best way to access scholarship dollars. More than 100 colleges have tied scholarship dollars directly to CLT scores. See scholarships based on CLT scores here. Over 200 colleges and universities accept the CLT. You may view the list here. Learn more general information here.
Patrick Henry College Teen Leadership Camps - The Goal of Patrick Henry College Teen Leadership Camps is to advance the mission and vision of Patrick Henry College by providing high school students between the ages of 14 and 18 with an opportunity to grow in their Christian faith, receive instruction from PHC affiliates and faculty, to be influenced by exemplary PHC students, and to consider what role PHC may have in their academic future, all while enjoying time with youth from across the nation. The Camps take place in the summer and include intense study in Constitutional Law, Strategic Intelligence, Literature and History, Debate, Moot Court, Entrepreneurship and Economics, Multi-Media Journalism, Speech, Drama and Theatre, and Leadership and Worldview. Learn more and register here. (Editor’s Note - Patrick Henry College is nationally ranked in debate competitions.)
STOA Christian Homeschool Speech and Debate League - As a private Christian Homeschool League, STOA’s mission is “to develop world-class communicators who speak boldly and change the world for Christ.” It was established on the model of our nation’s Founding Fathers with a commitment to Limited Government and maximum local control. Participants must be 12-18 years of age on October 1 of the current season. STOA offers 100 tournaments nationwide during each tournament season. Learn more here.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Youth Scholarships - The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you. Learn more here.
We The Kids Liberty Players – Constitution education group has children who participate in the We The Kids Radio program. The kids range from ages 10 - 17 and live all over the United States. The WTK Liberty Players perform from their homes on their own equipment. The kids do short skits and sometimes travel back in time to meet a History Mystery Guest (Living Historian) from the past. We The Kid radio show airs Saturday mornings at 9:30 AM ET and Sundays at 7:30 PM ET on WFYL1180 AM, in the Philadelphia, PA-Valley Forge area www.1180wfyl.com, a Fox affiliate broadcast network station. For two consecutive years we won the “Excellence in Broadcasting Award” (2021 and 2022), from the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasting (PAB). Contact We the Kids through their web contact form.
We The People High School Constitutional Competition offers high school students an opportunity to participate in state, regional, and national competitions based on their knowledge of the U. S. Constitution. There are resources as well for Middle School. Learn more here.
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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Bill of Rights Institute Student Fellowship - This Free Fellowship is open to 15-18 year-olds who are currently Juniors or Seniors. Fellows will participate in robust programming throughout the school year, meeting twice monthly on a digital platform such as Zoom. Programming begins in November and runs through June. You can go to the website to apply, here. If you have any further questions, please reach out to BRI’s Director of Outreach, Rachel Davison Humphries by email at [email protected]
Boy Scout Scholarships - offered for Cub Scouts, Explorer, High Adventure Base Staff, Order of the Arrow, Sea Adventure Scouts, Venturer, Eagle Scouts, and more. Prizes range from $500 to $70,000. Learn more here.
The Congressional Essay Contest is sponsored by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America. "The Congressional Essay Contest is run by NSCDA Corporate Societies and Town Committees across the United States. Freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior year high school students submit essays that are then judged and awarded. The essay topic changes annually. Win the writing competition, win a trip to Washington, D.C. from June 17-23, 2023." Learn more and apply here.
NEW!
Heritage Foundation Academy for High Schoolers - The Heritage Academy is an eight-week fellowship which will deepen your understanding of America’s founding ideals and our most pressing public policy issues. Heritage Academy Fellows gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of conservatism through on-demand lectures, live Q&As, and discussion tracks. Details and registration here.
Hillsdale College High School Summer Study and Travel Program "High School Summer Study and Travel Programs offer rising high school juniors and seniors age 15 or older the opportunity to earn three college credits from Hillsdale College while traveling to cultural and historic destinations domestic and abroad. Travel courses begin with study on the Hillsdale campus, after which study continues on site. Thanks to the support of generous donors, scholarships are available to outstanding applicants. Early application is encouraged, with scholarships being awarded as funds are available." Learn more here.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute - The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Learn more here.
Tea Party Youth’s ‘Constitution Challenge’
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, COLLEGE STUDENTS, AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Congressional Internships "The (U.S.) House (of Representatives) offers many college internship opportunities in Washington, DC, and district offices around the U.S. Opportunities are generally available in the spring, summer, and fall. Applying for an internship or fellowship is similar to applying for admission to a college or university. The application process takes time and effort, often requiring essays and interviews. Because details of individual internships vary, it is best to contact the office in which the internship is available for information. Many representatives post internship information on their websites. For college internship listings and other employment resources, visit the Positions with Members and Committees page.
FIRE Summer Internship Program FIRE offers a 10-week, paid summer internship as part of our effort to educate students about their rights at colleges and universities. This internship gives undergraduates (rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors) the opportunity to assist FIRE in defending civil liberties on campuses across the country. Apply here.
First Liberty "First Liberty’s internships offer real-world experience and the opportunity to impact the mission of protecting our First Amendment religious liberty rights." Learn more here.
Hillsdale in D.C. Hillsdale College offers full-time, paid internships to current students of other undergraduate institutions, (not just of Hillsdale). Internship dates are flexible, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply here.
The Intercollegiate Studies Institute offers the ISI Honors Program for high schoolers to college undergrads, which is a weeklong, all-expenses-paid, summer conference exploring the conservative intellectual, "taking you deep into the traditions of liberty.". Apply here.
The Intercollegiate Studies Institute also offers Journalism Internships and Graduate Fellowships for current college students and graduates. The paid summer internships provide current college students with the opportunity to explore a media career for ten weeks. ISI offers fellowships up to $15,000 to outstanding graduate students who intend to teach in colleges and universities. Apply here and here.
Ayn Rand Young Voices' Contributor Program, for ages 18-35, whose purpose is to identify the brightest rising stars in the liberty movement, will "act as your nonprofit PR agency, editing and pitching your articles to top publications and scheduling interviews in broadcast media." Apply here.
The Leadership Institute's Campus Reform Campus Correspondent Program recruits, cultivates, and pays conservative student journalists all across the country to investigate and report liberal bias on college campuses throughout their state. Apply here.
Leadership Institute Internship Program offers internships for college students in Digital Training, Professional Services, Development, Campus Reform, International Training, and more. LI provides:
The James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal Internship offers college students, graduates, graduate students, and law students internships. "Every semester, students join staff and scholars at the Martin Center for work and learn about higher education and free-market principles. Our interns write op-eds, research policy for our scholars, and contribute to our digital marketing efforts." Apply here.
Liberty University Washington Fellowship serves as a liaison to help you attain your desired internship in Washington, D.C. The top internships in Washington, D. C. are listed here.
New College of Florida - New College is the designated Honors College in the Florida State University System, and it is THE school for driven, intelligent freethinkers. New College is the place for the rapidly growing population of students who are looking for a place to explore their intellectual curiosity, pursue their passions, and gain a better understanding of the world without having to abandon who they are and what they believe. Each qualified first-time-in-college or transfer student who enrolls in New College for Fall 2023 will receive a generous $10,000 scholarship. This $10,000 is in addition to any other scholarships or financial aid the student has already qualified for. Go here to learn more. Also, please contact New College Enrollment Management Vice President Kevin Hoeft at [email protected] or 941-487-4472 if you have any questions.
The American Moment Fellowship pays fellows $3000 per month for 3 months, placing them at an internship on Capitol Hill or in the public policy non-profit sphere in Washington, D.C. American Moment organizes and pays accepted Fellows $3,000 per month for the summer and places them at an internship either on Capitol Hill or in the public policy non-profit sphere in Washington, DC. Apply here.
Media Research Center (MRC) Internships offers paid internships and is "the premier program for students looking to advance their career in conservative media." Learn more here.
Minding the Campus (Writers) We "invite students who can report and verify first-hand experiences regarding curriculum, protests, free speech, and other controversies. Finally, thank you for considering writing for MTC. We welcome your ideas and look forward to working with you. Submit your ideas, commentary, and essays to [email protected]."
Ready, Set, HILL!, a Heritage Foundation internship, "distills the training and skill-building sessions you need into a two-day, intensive learning program. Heritage's team of instructors are Capitol Hill veterans who teach the entry-level skills you need to be successful in any Hill office." Learn more here.
The Student Free Press Association, parent organization for The College Fix, will offer paid internships at Washington, D.C.-based media organizations. The internships are open to all college students and recent college graduates. Learn more here.
Conservative Partnership Institute Young Leader Internship Program offers college student and recent graduate Interns the opportunity to work with some of the best policy researchers and scholars in the conservative movement, plan events, attend informational interviews with those who work on the Hill or in the Administration, as well as meet many members of Congress. Apply here.
The Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation is pleased to offer internships for enterprising young professionals looking to gain experience at the nation’s only nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring communism’s victims and alerting the world – through its many programs and public action initiatives – to the evils of communism. In addition to departmental assignments, all VOC interns have opportunities to meet with top policymakers, government officials, lawmakers, anti-communist dissidents and defectors. Learn more here.
Heritage Foundation's Young Leaders Program Internship is designed for college juniors, graduates, masters' students, and law students. "The Young Leaders Program promotes the mission of The Heritage Foundation to the next generation by developing and implementing outreach to younger audiences." Learn more here.
Young America’s Foundation Summer 2023 Internship - Interns are provided a $1,500 monthly stipend. “Young America’s Foundation’s interns attend signature conferences and seminars, free of charge. They hear from professors, Nobel Laureates, acclaimed authors, public policy analysts, and other dynamic speakers who help deepen their understanding of policy matters involving individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional values.” Learn more and apply here.
Young America's Foundation National Journalism Center offers paid internships for college students and graduates interested in a career in journalism while "Helping to revive objectivity in the news media landscape." Apply here.
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COLLEGE GRADUATES AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Alliance Defending Freedom Journalism Academy "equips young professionals to be quality journalists and communicators who promote truth in their respective fields. Applicants should be young professionals or college students in the United States pursuing careers in media and communications. Applicants compete for a limited number of seats." Learn more here.
Alliance Defending Freedom Blackstone Legal Fellowship is a leadership training program that brings together exceptional Christian law students and prepares them for careers marked by integrity, excellence, and leadership. Learn more here.
America First Policy Institute Internships Interns will help advance AFPI’s mission through these departments: Communications, Development, Digital, Engagement, Legal, Policy, and Operations. Interns will receive a $1,000 a month stipend. Please specify your top 2 choices when you apply. All candidates must be aspiring servant leaders. This is an in-person internship in Washington, DC. Learn more here.
American Institute for Economic Research Internship As a paid intern at AIER, you will work closely with staff on projects relating to your interests. During your 10-12 week internship, your skills can be applied to scholarly research, program/event planning, marketing, graphic design, communications, editorial writing, and development/fundraising. Apply here.
The Cato Institute Internships Are you trying to begin a career in policy, communications, fundraising, or law? Do you want a rich education in contemporary policy issues—and the philosophical, historic, and economic underpinnings of those issues? A Cato internship might be right for you. Learn more here.
The Claremont Institute Fellowships We educate the best and most promising young writers, lawyers, activists, academics, entrepreneurs, and public servants through our annual Publius, Lincoln, John Marshall, and Speechwriters, and Sheriffs Fellowship programs and engage this next generation of conservative leaders in a life-long study of the true principles of government and their application to today’s policies. Learn more here.
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FOR ALL AGES
Constituting America's “We The Future” Contest. Elementary students, high school students, college students, and young to old adults may participate. Submissions include an essay, a song, STEM, a short film, or PSA. Prizes range from $50-$5,000. Apply here.
The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America (NSCDA) "grants educational awards each year to graduate students working toward doctorate degrees in American History, political science, historic restoration and preservation or administration of historic sites. Other educational awards are granted to any age child or adult for any reason pertaining to the education of American History. Examples include grants to enhance American history curriculum, History Day prizes, grants to teachers for enrichment study, and grants to international students." Learn more here.
(Via) Potomac Tea Party A grant-making nonprofit in Virginia cordially invites you to submit a one-paragraph proposal outlining what you would do with a one-time $500 - $1,500 grant from us. The nonprofit empowers the grassroots with small cash grants that enable activists and small organizations on the political Right to have a bigger impact. Proposals must educate the public on the U.S. Constitution or serve underlying constitutional values. Living expenses, operating expenses, political campaign contributions, and lobbying expenses do not qualify for this grant. Past grants have been awarded for start-up costs, literature expenses, a new website, video production, election integrity training, and election data analysis. Contact [email protected] for details.
Middle School Students, High School Students, College and Graduate Students
Ayn Rand Essay Contests. The Ayn Rand Institute has hosted annual essay contests on Ayn Rand’s fiction since 1985, awarding over $2.2 million in total prizes to middle school students, high school students, college students and beyond, worldwide. Enter one of the contests today for a chance to win up to $10,000! Apply here.
Turning Point USA Activism Grant Turning Point USA is happy to provide activism grants to students and student groups who wish to organize pro-free market activism initiatives on their high school or college campus. Apply here.
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MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Classic Learning Test - Using a critical thinking and logic-based approach, our suite of college entrance and preparatory exams provide an accurate and rigorous assessment of a student’s aptitude and achievement. Students may access exams for grades 7-8 here, grades 9-10 here, and grades 11-12 (comparable to the SAT and ACT) here. See test preps and student guides here. Classic Learning Test also recognizes top performers on the CLT10, our college preparatory exam and alternative to the PSAT. National Award recipients are awarded a $2,500 scholarship to help cover the cost of tuition and room and board at any CLT Partner College. Beginning with 2023 National Award recipients (graduating in 2025), this scholarship is also applicable at any school with an “A” or “B” grade from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. For tens of thousands of students, the CLT and CLT10 are the best way to access scholarship dollars. More than 100 colleges have tied scholarship dollars directly to CLT scores. See scholarships based on CLT scores here. Over 200 colleges and universities accept the CLT. You may view the list here. Learn more general information here.
Patrick Henry College Teen Leadership Camps - The Goal of Patrick Henry College Teen Leadership Camps is to advance the mission and vision of Patrick Henry College by providing high school students between the ages of 14 and 18 with an opportunity to grow in their Christian faith, receive instruction from PHC affiliates and faculty, to be influenced by exemplary PHC students, and to consider what role PHC may have in their academic future, all while enjoying time with youth from across the nation. The Camps take place in the summer and include intense study in Constitutional Law, Strategic Intelligence, Literature and History, Debate, Moot Court, Entrepreneurship and Economics, Multi-Media Journalism, Speech, Drama and Theatre, and Leadership and Worldview. Learn more and register here. (Editor’s Note - Patrick Henry College is nationally ranked in debate competitions.)
STOA Christian Homeschool Speech and Debate League - As a private Christian Homeschool League, STOA’s mission is “to develop world-class communicators who speak boldly and change the world for Christ.” It was established on the model of our nation’s Founding Fathers with a commitment to Limited Government and maximum local control. Participants must be 12-18 years of age on October 1 of the current season. STOA offers 100 tournaments nationwide during each tournament season. Learn more here.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Youth Scholarships - The VFW is dedicated to promoting patriotism and investing in our future generation. If you are a democracy-loving high school student interested in a $35,000 college scholarship or a patriotic middle school student interested in winning $5,000, these scholarships may be for you. Learn more here.
- Patriot’s Pen - Each year, nearly 68,800 students in grades 6-8 enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest for a chance to win their share of more than $1.4 million in state and national awards. Each first place state winner receives a minimum of $500 at the national level, and the national first place winner wins $5,000! The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief. State winners receive a minimum of $500 and the national winner receives $5,000. Learn more and register here.
- Voice of Democracy - Established in 1947, our Voice of Democracy audio-essay program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed recorded essay. Each year, nearly 25,000 9-12 grade students from across the country enter to win their share of more than $2 million in educational scholarships and incentives awarded through the program. Learn more and enter the contest here.
We The Kids Liberty Players – Constitution education group has children who participate in the We The Kids Radio program. The kids range from ages 10 - 17 and live all over the United States. The WTK Liberty Players perform from their homes on their own equipment. The kids do short skits and sometimes travel back in time to meet a History Mystery Guest (Living Historian) from the past. We The Kid radio show airs Saturday mornings at 9:30 AM ET and Sundays at 7:30 PM ET on WFYL1180 AM, in the Philadelphia, PA-Valley Forge area www.1180wfyl.com, a Fox affiliate broadcast network station. For two consecutive years we won the “Excellence in Broadcasting Award” (2021 and 2022), from the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasting (PAB). Contact We the Kids through their web contact form.
We The People High School Constitutional Competition offers high school students an opportunity to participate in state, regional, and national competitions based on their knowledge of the U. S. Constitution. There are resources as well for Middle School. Learn more here.
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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Bill of Rights Institute Student Fellowship - This Free Fellowship is open to 15-18 year-olds who are currently Juniors or Seniors. Fellows will participate in robust programming throughout the school year, meeting twice monthly on a digital platform such as Zoom. Programming begins in November and runs through June. You can go to the website to apply, here. If you have any further questions, please reach out to BRI’s Director of Outreach, Rachel Davison Humphries by email at [email protected]
Boy Scout Scholarships - offered for Cub Scouts, Explorer, High Adventure Base Staff, Order of the Arrow, Sea Adventure Scouts, Venturer, Eagle Scouts, and more. Prizes range from $500 to $70,000. Learn more here.
The Congressional Essay Contest is sponsored by The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America. "The Congressional Essay Contest is run by NSCDA Corporate Societies and Town Committees across the United States. Freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior year high school students submit essays that are then judged and awarded. The essay topic changes annually. Win the writing competition, win a trip to Washington, D.C. from June 17-23, 2023." Learn more and apply here.
NEW!
Heritage Foundation Academy for High Schoolers - The Heritage Academy is an eight-week fellowship which will deepen your understanding of America’s founding ideals and our most pressing public policy issues. Heritage Academy Fellows gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of conservatism through on-demand lectures, live Q&As, and discussion tracks. Details and registration here.
Hillsdale College High School Summer Study and Travel Program "High School Summer Study and Travel Programs offer rising high school juniors and seniors age 15 or older the opportunity to earn three college credits from Hillsdale College while traveling to cultural and historic destinations domestic and abroad. Travel courses begin with study on the Hillsdale campus, after which study continues on site. Thanks to the support of generous donors, scholarships are available to outstanding applicants. Early application is encouraged, with scholarships being awarded as funds are available." Learn more here.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute - The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship offers college scholarships of up to $40,000 for high school seniors nationwide who showcase leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Learn more here.
Tea Party Youth’s ‘Constitution Challenge’
- Do a little reading, write a short essay, and win a $50 cash prize
- Eligibility & Details here
- Tell Your Friends!
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, COLLEGE STUDENTS, AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Congressional Internships "The (U.S.) House (of Representatives) offers many college internship opportunities in Washington, DC, and district offices around the U.S. Opportunities are generally available in the spring, summer, and fall. Applying for an internship or fellowship is similar to applying for admission to a college or university. The application process takes time and effort, often requiring essays and interviews. Because details of individual internships vary, it is best to contact the office in which the internship is available for information. Many representatives post internship information on their websites. For college internship listings and other employment resources, visit the Positions with Members and Committees page.
FIRE Summer Internship Program FIRE offers a 10-week, paid summer internship as part of our effort to educate students about their rights at colleges and universities. This internship gives undergraduates (rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors) the opportunity to assist FIRE in defending civil liberties on campuses across the country. Apply here.
First Liberty "First Liberty’s internships offer real-world experience and the opportunity to impact the mission of protecting our First Amendment religious liberty rights." Learn more here.
Hillsdale in D.C. Hillsdale College offers full-time, paid internships to current students of other undergraduate institutions, (not just of Hillsdale). Internship dates are flexible, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Learn more and apply here.
The Intercollegiate Studies Institute offers the ISI Honors Program for high schoolers to college undergrads, which is a weeklong, all-expenses-paid, summer conference exploring the conservative intellectual, "taking you deep into the traditions of liberty.". Apply here.
The Intercollegiate Studies Institute also offers Journalism Internships and Graduate Fellowships for current college students and graduates. The paid summer internships provide current college students with the opportunity to explore a media career for ten weeks. ISI offers fellowships up to $15,000 to outstanding graduate students who intend to teach in colleges and universities. Apply here and here.
Ayn Rand Young Voices' Contributor Program, for ages 18-35, whose purpose is to identify the brightest rising stars in the liberty movement, will "act as your nonprofit PR agency, editing and pitching your articles to top publications and scheduling interviews in broadcast media." Apply here.
The Leadership Institute's Campus Reform Campus Correspondent Program recruits, cultivates, and pays conservative student journalists all across the country to investigate and report liberal bias on college campuses throughout their state. Apply here.
Leadership Institute Internship Program offers internships for college students in Digital Training, Professional Services, Development, Campus Reform, International Training, and more. LI provides:
- Free housing at the Sacher House, located a short, 10-minute walk from LI
- $825 stipend per month
- Free tuition to all LI trainings for one year
- $200 book allowance to build your conservative library
- Private dinners and lunches with conservative VIPs
- Projects of high responsibility
- Priority status in LI's Employment Placement Services
The James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal Internship offers college students, graduates, graduate students, and law students internships. "Every semester, students join staff and scholars at the Martin Center for work and learn about higher education and free-market principles. Our interns write op-eds, research policy for our scholars, and contribute to our digital marketing efforts." Apply here.
Liberty University Washington Fellowship serves as a liaison to help you attain your desired internship in Washington, D.C. The top internships in Washington, D. C. are listed here.
New College of Florida - New College is the designated Honors College in the Florida State University System, and it is THE school for driven, intelligent freethinkers. New College is the place for the rapidly growing population of students who are looking for a place to explore their intellectual curiosity, pursue their passions, and gain a better understanding of the world without having to abandon who they are and what they believe. Each qualified first-time-in-college or transfer student who enrolls in New College for Fall 2023 will receive a generous $10,000 scholarship. This $10,000 is in addition to any other scholarships or financial aid the student has already qualified for. Go here to learn more. Also, please contact New College Enrollment Management Vice President Kevin Hoeft at [email protected] or 941-487-4472 if you have any questions.
The American Moment Fellowship pays fellows $3000 per month for 3 months, placing them at an internship on Capitol Hill or in the public policy non-profit sphere in Washington, D.C. American Moment organizes and pays accepted Fellows $3,000 per month for the summer and places them at an internship either on Capitol Hill or in the public policy non-profit sphere in Washington, DC. Apply here.
Media Research Center (MRC) Internships offers paid internships and is "the premier program for students looking to advance their career in conservative media." Learn more here.
Minding the Campus (Writers) We "invite students who can report and verify first-hand experiences regarding curriculum, protests, free speech, and other controversies. Finally, thank you for considering writing for MTC. We welcome your ideas and look forward to working with you. Submit your ideas, commentary, and essays to [email protected]."
Ready, Set, HILL!, a Heritage Foundation internship, "distills the training and skill-building sessions you need into a two-day, intensive learning program. Heritage's team of instructors are Capitol Hill veterans who teach the entry-level skills you need to be successful in any Hill office." Learn more here.
The Student Free Press Association, parent organization for The College Fix, will offer paid internships at Washington, D.C.-based media organizations. The internships are open to all college students and recent college graduates. Learn more here.
Conservative Partnership Institute Young Leader Internship Program offers college student and recent graduate Interns the opportunity to work with some of the best policy researchers and scholars in the conservative movement, plan events, attend informational interviews with those who work on the Hill or in the Administration, as well as meet many members of Congress. Apply here.
The Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation is pleased to offer internships for enterprising young professionals looking to gain experience at the nation’s only nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring communism’s victims and alerting the world – through its many programs and public action initiatives – to the evils of communism. In addition to departmental assignments, all VOC interns have opportunities to meet with top policymakers, government officials, lawmakers, anti-communist dissidents and defectors. Learn more here.
Heritage Foundation's Young Leaders Program Internship is designed for college juniors, graduates, masters' students, and law students. "The Young Leaders Program promotes the mission of The Heritage Foundation to the next generation by developing and implementing outreach to younger audiences." Learn more here.
Young America’s Foundation Summer 2023 Internship - Interns are provided a $1,500 monthly stipend. “Young America’s Foundation’s interns attend signature conferences and seminars, free of charge. They hear from professors, Nobel Laureates, acclaimed authors, public policy analysts, and other dynamic speakers who help deepen their understanding of policy matters involving individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional values.” Learn more and apply here.
Young America's Foundation National Journalism Center offers paid internships for college students and graduates interested in a career in journalism while "Helping to revive objectivity in the news media landscape." Apply here.
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COLLEGE GRADUATES AND YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Alliance Defending Freedom Journalism Academy "equips young professionals to be quality journalists and communicators who promote truth in their respective fields. Applicants should be young professionals or college students in the United States pursuing careers in media and communications. Applicants compete for a limited number of seats." Learn more here.
Alliance Defending Freedom Blackstone Legal Fellowship is a leadership training program that brings together exceptional Christian law students and prepares them for careers marked by integrity, excellence, and leadership. Learn more here.
America First Policy Institute Internships Interns will help advance AFPI’s mission through these departments: Communications, Development, Digital, Engagement, Legal, Policy, and Operations. Interns will receive a $1,000 a month stipend. Please specify your top 2 choices when you apply. All candidates must be aspiring servant leaders. This is an in-person internship in Washington, DC. Learn more here.
American Institute for Economic Research Internship As a paid intern at AIER, you will work closely with staff on projects relating to your interests. During your 10-12 week internship, your skills can be applied to scholarly research, program/event planning, marketing, graphic design, communications, editorial writing, and development/fundraising. Apply here.
The Cato Institute Internships Are you trying to begin a career in policy, communications, fundraising, or law? Do you want a rich education in contemporary policy issues—and the philosophical, historic, and economic underpinnings of those issues? A Cato internship might be right for you. Learn more here.
The Claremont Institute Fellowships We educate the best and most promising young writers, lawyers, activists, academics, entrepreneurs, and public servants through our annual Publius, Lincoln, John Marshall, and Speechwriters, and Sheriffs Fellowship programs and engage this next generation of conservative leaders in a life-long study of the true principles of government and their application to today’s policies. Learn more here.