Kenton County

Internship Program

Kenton CountyInternship Program

“The Details”

Who:Any student enrolled in either college or graduate schooland at least 18 years of age or older is eligible to apply. While preference is given to residents of Kenton County, all candidates that submit completed applications will be considered. Successful candidates must possess notableacademic and extracurricular achievements, leadership potential and a strong writing ability.

What:An unpaid internship for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in local government learning about issues important to their community.

When:Internships are available for the Spring, Summer and Fall semesters. Internships require a minimum of 120 total hours.

Where:Kenton County Administration Building, 303 Court Street, Suite 205, Covington, KY 41011.

Why:The Internship Program is designed to provide students with a first-hand experience in local government that cannot be replicated in a classroom environment. The program will provide motivated students with a solid foundation upon which they can explore their career options. Academic credit can be sought from the respective post-secondary institution.

How:The completed application and coordinating materials should be submitted via email to r mailed to Kenton County Internship Program, 303 Court Street, Suite 205, Covington, KY 41011. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Summer Session –Preference will extended to those who submit applications by April 15th

Fall Session –Preference will extended to those who submit applications by July 15th

Spring Session–Preference will extended to those who submit applications by November 15th

After review, finalists may be asked to interview. There are a limited number of intern positions available at any given time.

Kenton County Internship Program Application

NAME ______

(Last)(First)(MI)

CONTACT INFORMATION

Permanent Address: ______

City/State/Zip: ______

Telephone: Cell (_____) _____-______Date of Birth: ______/_____/______

Email Address: ______

Parents’ Names: ______

EDUCATION

High School: ______

City/State of High School: ______Year of Graduation: ______

Unweighted GPA (out of 4.0): ______Weighted GPA (if applicable): ______

Undergraduate Institution: ______

City/State of College/University: ______

Major: ______Minor (if applicable): ______

Current Status: (___) Freshman (___) Sophomore (___) Junior (___) Senior

Current GPA: ______Expected Month/Year of Graduation: ______/______

Will your internship be applied toward any degree requirements or class credit? ______

INTERNSHIP

Session:

Which internship session are you currently applying for?

(__) Spring 2015

(__) Summer 2015

(__) Fall 2015

Availability:

My internship can begin on ___/___/___ and must end by ___/___/___.

REFERENCES

Please list threereferences below.

Name: ______Relation to you: ______

Address: ______

Email Address: ______

Phone: ______

Name: ______Relation to you: ______

Address: ______

Email Address: ______

Phone: ______

Name: ______Relation to you: ______

Address: ______

Email Address: ______

Phone: ______

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Please attach a current resume.

Please complete the application and submit it with your resume or Kenton County Internship Coordinator,

303 Court Street, Suite 205, Covington, KY 41011.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Kenton County Administration Building, 303 Court Street, Suite 205, Covington, KY 41011