•••      Indigenous People have traditional land claims for 18-24 percent of the earth's land surface      •••      More than 11 percent of earth’s land mass is designated as protected      •••      Indigenous Stewardship could double protected land areas      •••      Indigenous territories overlap remaining biodiversity hotspots      •••      Indigenous territories span major conservation priorities      •••      Indigenous People inhabit over 85 percent of protected areas      •••
 
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     Internship Opportunities

    First Peoples periodically provides unpaid internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. These competitive internships are opportunities to learn more about our work in the field of community economic development, Indigenous biodiversity management, banking and finance, and other areas. Internships with First Peoples Worldwide provide hands-on opportunities for research that makes a difference and experience in building relationships in Indigenous communities. Interns will not simply make copies and file papers; they will be asked to perform complex research and writing tasks.
    Intern Responsibilities:
  • Research
  • Searching for source materials
  • Data collection
  • Analyzing and summarizing research materials
  • Literature reviews
  • Compiling bibliographies
  • Proofreading and editing
  • Verifying quotations and references
  • Administrative
  • Filing
  • Data entry
  • Preparation of mailings
  • Library cataloguing
    		•  Qualifications – All interns must have:
  • An interest in policy research and issues that affect Indigenous peoples
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Strong computer skills
    • Applicants should:
  • Be currently pursuing a degree on a full-time basis as either a junior, senior, or graduate student at the time the internship begins
  • Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
    • Students in the following fields of study are preferred:
  • Native American Studies
  • Sociology
  • Political Science
  • Geography
  • Law
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  • Native American Studies
  • Anthropology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Banking and access to capital
  • Library Science
    • Interns must commit to work the duration of either the full quarter or semester, depending upon the academic structure and schedule of their home institution. Scheduled hours and workdays will be negotiated with your supervisor.

    All interns are required to complete and submit a comprehensive assessment of their experience at First Peoples Worldwide upon completion of their internship.

    To Apply

    What you should include in your application...
    A cover letter and rιsumι [may use up to five (5) pages] which address:

  • Why you are applying for an internship at First Peoples
  • How an internship at First Peoples relates to your academic goals and professional aspirations
  • What makes you a strong candidate for this program
  • What you hope to learn as a result of this work experience


    • Applicant must provide

    1. A copy of their current transcript (unofficial copies will be accepted)
    2. Name, address, phone, and e-mail address of their faculty advisor (if seeking credit) and their home institution (whether seeking credit or not)
    3. Emergency contact information
    4. A writing sample (A class paper or other sample of written work)
    5. The names and phone numbers of two (2) references that we may call
    6. Signed copy of Internship Agreement (see below)

    Submit two (2) copies of all application materials to:

    First Peoples Worldwide – Internship Program
    Attn: Neva Adamson
    3307 Bourbon Street
    Fredericksburg, VA 22408

    Successful candidates will be notified no later than thirty (30) days prior to the starting date of the internship.

    Internship Agreement

    All interns are required to abide by the policies and procedures set forth by First Peoples Worldwide. All internships are unpaid and housing is not provided. Interns are required to have health insurance and to provide proof of such insurance upon request. First Peoples Worldwide is not responsible for any medical expenses that may be incurred. First Peoples Worldwide is not responsible for loss or damage to personal property and recommends that you insure your valuables.

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    Applicant signature

    I acknowledge and understand the above statements and hereby certify that the information provided in this application is to the best of my knowledge true and correct. I have not knowingly withheld any facts or circumstances that could otherwise jeopardize consideration of this application. All application information herein will be verified.

    Please explore our website to find information about the current programs at First Peoples or e-mail: info@firstpeoples.org.
     
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