The Sondheim Nonprofit Leadership Program introduces Maryland’s undergraduate and graduate students to the nonprofit sector. Fellows are paid a stipend of $3,000 for their participation in the program.
The Fellowship Has 4 Components:
[Experience]
Fellows are placed at a nonprofit organization full-time, 4 days a week, under the mentorship of a senior-level professional
[Exploration]
Fellows attend an orientation and seminars to strengthen their understanding of the functions of nonprofits and examining community needs and social challenges
[Exposure]
Fellows attend meetings, events, field trips, and networking opportunities to connect with Maryland’s leaders
[Practice]
Fellows work together in groups to put their knowledge and skills into practice, researching a challenge impacting Maryland and design an innovative way to address the challenge
Eligibility criteria for fellows
- Rising Junior or Senior, or graduate student
- Attending a Maryland institution OR a current Maryland resident attending an out-of-state institution
- GPA 2.7 or above
- Available May 31-August 11, 2017
2017 Important Dates:
- December 5- Applications Live
- March 1- Application Priority Deadline
- March 15- Application Deadline
- April 15- Applicants Notified
- May 31- June 2 Orientation
- June 5- Kickoff Celebration
- August 9- Closing Celebration
For more information, please email Hannah Schmitz: publicservicescholars@umbc.edu
Apply Here!
