USDA/1994 Tribal Scholars Program

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APPLY NOW! 1994 Tribal Scholarship

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture 1994 Tribal Scholarship provides undergraduate students with a challenging internship opportunity implemented under the USDA Fellow Experience Program (FEP). The FEP is an opportunity for individuals in an area of study related to a USDA program area to gain exposure to public service, or to broaden professional career experience in a specialty area. Scholars accepted into the program will be appointed using the Schedule A(r) authority (5 CFR 213.3102).

The program is designed to promote public service and create access to higher education for students attending one of the 1994 Tribal Land-Grant Institutions, the accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities.

Participants are trained to become competitive for USDA permanent positions through an internship with a sponsoring agency.

 

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Duty Locations: Headquarters: Washington, DC

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Benefits

• A one-year, full-tuition, fees, books, scholarships + paid internship

• Mentoring

• Career development

• Leadership training

USDA offers the opportunity to:

• Make a difference in the nation and the world

• Obtain a challenging and interesting job assignment

• Gain experience in your career field

• Develop your leadership skills

How to Apply
The application process is designed to gauge leadership potential, commitment to public service and dedication to academic/career field. E-mail the following items as attachments to 1994@osec.usda.gov , with the subject line: 1994 Tribal Scholars Program.

All documents: must be received by DATE 11:59PM Eastern Time.  If you have any additional questions, please contact Lawrence Shorty, USDA 1994 Program Director at Lawrence.Shorty@usda.gov or via phone: 202-720-7265

The documents:

1. Resume - Be sure to include an e-mail address that is frequently checked. w

2. Essay –

Write in response to the scholarship and the specific position. Include your GPA. If selected, you will be required to provide an official transcript demonstrating your GPA. Assert your eligibility as a full-time student at an accredited Tribal College University. If selected, you will be required to submit proof of enrollment.

3. Two Letters of Recommendation - Submit TWO letters of recommendation. One must be from your academic counselor, advisor, or faculty member. The second letter of recommendation should be from a community organization or an employer. Each letter must address the following: 1) Personal strengths; 2) Leadership qualities and potential; 3) Academic and extracurricular achievements; and 4) Future academic and career aspirations.

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