Santa Clara University

The purpose of internships is to further the relationships of the Arrupe Partnerships with our community partners by deepening that relationship through the interns' presence. The interns assist with Santa Clara University students, placement orientations, and Arrupe placement reflections. Also, the interns develop a project with the community partner that grows out of their internship.

Origins

The internship develops out of a student's desire to deepen his/her experience in the community.

The Arrupe Partnerships Intern program is designed for students who have participated in one or more Arrupe community based learning experiences and who desire a richer and deeper experience in the community. A stipend is provided to Arrupe Interns.

Arrupe Intern Requirements/Qualifications

• Must be currently a sophomore or junior in good academic standing (2.5 GPA or better);
• Makes a commitment of 6-10 hours per week for a full academic year;
• Identifies, in consultation with the host agency, a project of mutual benefit to the agency and intern for which the intern is responsible;
• Acts as a resource person for, and mentor to, SCU students who work at the host agency on a quarterly basis;
• Assists with the quarterly orientation for Arrupe students in collaboration with the agency;
• Assists with the Arrupe quarterly reflection process.

Responsibilities

• Works 6-8 hours per week at their community placement throughout the academic year
• Acts as a resource person for, and mentor to SCU students who participate at the host agency on a quarterly basis through the core program
• Identifies, in consultation with the host agency, a project of mutual benefit to the agency and intern for which the intern is responsible
• Acts as a liaison between Arrupe Partnerships and the host agency

Compensation

Arrupe Partnerships Interns receive a stipend.

Apply Online

Applications for 2008-2009 must be submitted on or before April 10, 2008.  Applicants will be notified of decisions by May 13, 2008.  Apply now.

Current Arrupe Interns

Meet the current interns and read about their experiences . . .

Contact

Shirley Okumura coordinates the Arrupe Partnerships Internships and can answer any further questions you may have. She can be reached by e-mail or at (408) 554-4641.