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Established in 1995 by Jim Manzi '73, the Manzi Fellowship provides financial assistance to twelve students (12) enrolled at Colgate University who agree to perform summer-long community service in designated areas of Cambridge, Boston and Greater Boston, in association with a Colgate-recognized and sanctioned project or organization/agency. In return, the University provides a summer living stipend of $4,200. Qualified fellows are Colgate students (first-year through junior year) who demonstrate a strong interest in community service.

The precise needs of the participating programs listed below vary greatly depending upon the current client needs, organizational priorities and available funding. Manzi fellows should expect to work out the details of their internship prior to and throughout the summer. An orientation held at Colgate in March and April will provide guidance to selected fellows on how to contact their supervisors and clarify expectations for the internship.

All of the organizations have experience working with interns. Some have the resources to staff a more structured internship program, while others rely on the Manzi fellow to take the initiative to define the nature of the internship. Some organizations, depending upon the background and ability of the fellow, will offer "hands-on" experience working directly with the people they serve. Others leave direct client contact to trained professional staff. In many cases, there is a blend of both direct contact and "behind-the-scenes" work (e.g. administrative support, project research, special events coordination, etc.).

Past Manzi fellows have discussed with their supervisor ways to learn more about how a not-for-profit organization functions. Attending Board and other organizational meetings, shadowing and/or meeting one-on-one with staff and clients, offering to conduct research, assisting with community and press events, supporting program evaluation and grants writing efforts are all excellent ways to learn more about not-for-profit management. Taking this initiative also affords the Manzi fellow a better sense of the goals of the organization, how they are achieved, and who benefits from their services.

2007 Participating Organizations - Websites
(Note: There may be changes/additions to the list prior to the final application deadline.)

Applicants are encouraged to review the web sites of the participating organizations listed below. A careful review of the mission, current and future priorities, and who the organization serves will help applicants articulate why they want to work for a particular organization. Annual reports, staff directories and bios, publications, newsletters, press articles and recent grant awards are helpful resources to this end.

According to the Boston Medical Center web-site, "To provide the best possible comprehensive care requires the brightest and most ambitious minds. Whether you are involved in operations, administration or management - the pursuit of excellence begins with great leaders. ...Our private, not-for-profit, 547-bed facility emphasizes community-based services, providing accessible - and excellent - medical care while serving as the largest safety net hospital in New England. As the primary teaching affiliate for the Boston University School of Medicine, we offer a dynamic and progressive environment in which to learn, practice, and grow as a professional."

The Boston Medical Center (BMC) Emerging Leaders Health Care Administration Program is looking for serious, motivated undergraduates for its paid internship program. The BMC Emerging Leaders Health Care Administration Program is designed to enhance minority representation in professional, technical and managerial roles in health care. The internship program offers a unique and exciting opportunity to turn your academic knowledge into practical, hands-on experience. You will be provided with an opportunity to learn in a fast-paced, productive health care environment. Interns work with experienced directors and managers in order to gain tangible skills and valuable work experience.

These are the additional requirements for the BMC Emerging Leaders Health Care Administration summer internship:

The selection process is done directly through BMC and you should follow their guidelines and address any questions about the application process through their web-site (see below on how to access). The BMC application deadline is expected to be early March.

“Working at Boston Medical Center, renting a house with five other people, and navigating the transportation systems of Boston was something that I never would have imagined myself doing before I started the Manzi fellowship. My summer in Boston was an opportunity for me to live on my own, experience some of the harsh realities that hit you once you're in the real world (such as the difficulties of finding housing), work within one of the premiere HIV/AIDS programs in country, explore a city that I had barely visited before, and so much more. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to do the Manzi. It was a sample of the luxuries and difficulties of a 9-5 job in a metropolitan area, yet the comfort of other Manzi fellows provided a strong community.

Some of my favorite experiences in Boston included exploring the extensive bike routes and river systems, enjoying the many cultural festivals at the Charles River, and having BBQs with the other Manzi fellows. However, by far the best result of my fellowship were the professional skills that I gained from working in BMC's Center for HIV/AIDS Care and Research. The mentorship was phenomenal and pushed me to use my academic skills (presentation skills, analysis skills, and writing skills) in a real and practical manner. I was constantly challenged to establish myself as more than an "intern" in the work place...and by the end of the summer I felt like an equal member of the staff, meeting the President and CEO of the hospital, as well as networking with many of the employees and physicians within the hospital. The opportunity to learn from and network with people that have 'been in my shoes' and have successfully navigated their career path. Meeting and working with these professionals was a great honor and opportunity for me to gain advice that has helped me in my plans after Colgate.

The Manzi fellowship provided an invaluable experience for me to grow professionally and personally. I would recommend to any student that is open to expanding their perspective on urban services (non-profits, medical institutions, public policy, and much more). It is hard to imagine how far a three month experience can take you!” Ayanna Williams ’08

"If one by one, hundreds of children learn the evils of hatred in history, then learn to face and change that hatred in their own world - through art, language, and service - and to begin to build communities of educated, committed citizens, who is to say that Facing History cannot be the catalyst for an end to prejudice, violence, and injustice?" - A Facing History student

For 30 years, Facing History has been engaging students of diverse backgrounds in an examination of racism, prejudice, and antisemitism in order to promote the development of a more humane and informed citizenry. By studying the historical development and lessons of the Holocaust and other examples of genocide, students make the essential connection between history and the choices they confront in their own lives.

Since 1976, Facing History and Ourselves has offered in-depth professional development services; curricular resources; and ongoing support to educators and students in the areas of history, social studies, and language arts. We are dedicated to helping teachers around the world lead their students in a critical examination of history, with particular focus on genocide and mass violence.
Facing History's work is based on the premise that we need to - and can - teach civic responsibility, tolerance, and social action to young people, as a way of fostering moral adulthood. If we do not educate students for dignity and equity, then we have failed both them and ourselves.

We believe that students are moral philosophers - able and willing to think about tough moral and ethical dilemmas in surprisingly sophisticated ways. Our materials and our approach help students with a wide range of abilities and learning styles understand that their choices and actions matter, and that young people can, and should, be agents of change. We provide teachers with the tools they need to educate students so that they can act on their knowledge.

This letter, given by a school principal to his teachers each year, explains our purpose with frank sincerity : Facing History and Ourselves is an international educational and professional development organization whose mission is to engage students of diverse backgrounds in an examination of racism, prejudice, and antisemitism in order to promote the development of a more humane and informed citizenry. By studying the historical development and lessons of the Holocaust and other examples of genocide, students make the essential connection between history and the moral choices they confront in their own lives.

Facing History serves an ever-expanding global network of educators - reaching an estimated 1.6 million students around the world each year. Our network includes teachers in over 70 countries.

According to Jonathan S. Cramer, Human Resources Manager, several students are selected for the Facing History summer internship program, including one Colgate student who is awarded a Manzi Fellowship. Interns are vital to the behind-the-scenes work at Facing History and Ourselves, a national not-for-profit educational organization. "We seek to create a balance of opportunities related to programming and development, along with the requisite administrative duties inherent in any job (filing, copying, etc.). Summer interns in the national office (Boston) are fortunate to participate in an Intern Study Group that meets once a week. This is a mini-Facing History course that allows interns the opportunity to consider issues which Facing History students address in the classroom."

Interns usually work on two or three different projects, including a core project that constitutes 60-70% of their work. In the past, Manzi fellows have been instrumental in assisting with the nationally-recognized Program Evaluation that measures the efficacy of Facing History's programs across a range of outcomes. Manzi fellows have also helped to organize workshops and conduct specific research for various programs. Other possible projects are based in any of the following areas: marketing, development and fundraising, on-line campus learning modules, program evaluation, and budgeting. Fellows will have opportunities to attend workshops and observe the actual training of teachers by the professional staff of Facing History.

Important assets include a strong interest in history, education and the issues that form the core of Facing History and Ourselves' mission. Although Manzi fellows will have a supervisor/mentor for each project, they often work independently. Therefore it is important that the individual possess:

“My Manzi Fellowship at Facing History was empowering; I gained a much better view of the work of excellent nonprofit organizations. The theme of active citizenship is central to Facing History's mission, and I have focused my senior thesis in sociology around exploring how children develop into active citizens who work together to effect social change.” Tanya Lubicz-Nawrocka ‘08

Julie's Family Learning Program helps at risk, underserved families become self-sufficient members of our community. Each year the lives of many impoverished women and children are transformed at Julie's.

Persistent poverty traps families, generation after generation. Mothers from the Boston area come to Julie's because they want a better life for their children. All the families turning to Julie's for help live below the poverty line and face additional obstacles of interrupted schooling, unemployment, and limited employability. Many lack hope and come with a legacy of poor health, addiction, and violence. Most of these single mothers live in public or subsidized housing; others are homeless. The majority do not have a high school diploma. Helped by Julie's, these women overcome barriers, become skilled and educated, break the cycle of poverty, and create a healthy future for themselves and their children.

Creating a new life requires hard work. When families enroll, mothers make a commitment to spend at least 20 hours a week at Julie's for for an average of two years, while their children are cared for, nurtured, stimulated, loved, and taught. Once they graduate from the program, alumnae are welcome to additional services as needed. each year over 200 women and children receive program services tailored to each family's needs.

   - high school diploma programs
   - job readiness preparation and career counseling
   - support groups and individual counseling
   - parenting, home management, and health education

   - Infant & Toddler Child Development Centers
   - Montessori Pre-School
   - early intervention referrals
   - after-school tutoring and school support

   - family literacy and computer training
   - housing, health, legal information and advocacy
   - family-centered recreational and cultural activities
   - emergency support

The Manzi Fellow will be a part of the professional staff working at Julie's Family Learning Center. The overall goal is to work cooperatively and effectively with the staff to best serve the individual and varying needs of the children and parents who are in the program. The Manzi Fellow will likely hold multiple roles. For instance, he or she may serve as an pre-K Teacher's Aide during the mornings in the Montessori classroom working with the children between the ages of three to six. In the afternoon, the Fellow may wear the hat of an Adult Academic Tutor/Mentor assisting mothers attain specific educational and vocational goals or work in the Development Department. And as in all not-for-profits, the Manzi Fellow will assist the staff as needed with various administrative tasks. In accordance with state law, the Manzi fellow will not be expected or be allowed to be left alone with the children without a professional staff member present in the immediate vicinity.

Manzi Fellows who are interested in this internship are likely to be most successful and rewarded if they possess the following:

“At Julie's, I felt like I was family. It was not an academic experience for a paper, or a service experience for an organization, it was a life experience, a small glimpse into struggle, discrimination, and injustice. Over the summer, I learned how I can make a difference in the lives of many through my own life in the future.” Lisa Henty ‘08

The Child and Adolescent Program at McLean Hospital is one of the foremost clinical programs for helping young people and their families cope with psychiatric illness and the challenges it often brings. We offer a full spectrum of services, acute inpatient, partial hospitalization, short-and long-term residential, outpatient treatment and specialized academic programs, which are designed to emphasize each young person's strengths and promote recovery through a continuum of care. Rapid, state-of-the-art diagnosis is integrated with thorough psychosocial assessment so that treatment is tailored to each child's needs. To achieve the best possible integration of education with treatment, McLean has developed special education schools and a Learning Evaluation Clinic. We also use classroom-based models in the residential and inpatient units. Family-driven decisions and education are explicit components of each treatment plan.

Inpatient care, as well as partial hospital and residential services, also are provided at McLean's partner institution, the Franciscan Hospital for Children in Boston. All three services are managed by McLean Hospital. This joint effort unites the strengths of a premier mental health provider with Franciscan Hospital, a leader in medical and rehabilitation services for children.

The short-term Inpatient Program treats children and adolescents ages 3 to 19, who require comprehensive psychiatric/psychosocial evaluation and brief intensive treatment. The program has the ability to manage co-morbid medical conditions and has a speciality track for developmentally disordered youth who are in psychiatric crisis.

A short-stay Partial Hospitalization Program, for ages 5 to 18, and a Residential Treatment Program, for ages 5 to 18, are available at the Franciscan.

The Kennedy Hope Academy is a residential school, providing special education and state-of-the-art treatment for students ages 5 to 18, who have mental retardation and/or autistic spectrum disorders as well as major psychiatric difficulties. It features applied behavioral analysis, individual/family/group therapies, occupational and speech and language therapy, social pragmatics and special education.

In an effort to integrate education and treatment, McLean offers a number of academic opportunities for children at its Belmont campus.

Pathways Academy (The Center for Neurointegrative Services - CNS) serves elementary through high school students with Asperger's disorder and related disorders. Social pragmatics, language skills and sensory motor integration are emphasized together with a full academic program.

McLean's CNS offers a six-week, summer day camp for children, ages 7 through 17, who have Asperger's or nonverbal learning disorders.

In recent years, up to four Manzi fellows have interned with the McLean-Franciscan Child and Adolescent Acute Inpatient Clinic, the McLean Camp New Connections, and Pathways Academy. Both Camp New Connections and Pathways Academy are part of McLean Central Neurodevelopmental Services and have a focus on youth with autistic spectrum disorders such as Asperger's Syndrome and other neurodevelopmental disabilities and related disorders.

Each program is unique, and each internship experience is shaped in part by the Manzi fellow's initiative to involve him or herself in the central activities of care. In general, interns are afforded a good deal of responsibility and involvement with the children and youth. At the same time, interns receive careful training in each program and are always in close proximity to experienced professionals and staff.

For instance, a recent intern at the McLean-Franciscan Child and Adolescent Inpatient Unit was fully integrated into the daily routine of the unit. She ran group "expressive" therapy and assisted in milieu management (all of the daily activities from community meetings to life skills to meals). Another intern at the summer session of Pathways Academy, a fully accredited school for children and adolescents with Autism and Asperger's Disorder, worked in the lower school (elementary). She helped lead the daily movement group, offered one-on-one assistance to students during Math and Language Arts classes and helped monitor breaks.

Camp New Connections offered a neuroscience major a chance to work with the doctors on a daily basis, discussing patients' individual needs, and goals for each camper. Progress reports and brainstorming sessions on interventions occurred throughout the summer. She also had an opportunity to work closely with a few campers and fully understand their needs.

Working at one of the McLean programs requires that the Manzi fellow possess exceptional maturity, discretion and sensitivity. Students with a background in behavioral neuroscience and psychology interested in exploring the clinical aspects of the field are likely to find this experience rewarding. In addition, a strong interest in working with children and adolescents in a mental health setting is important. Some knowledge or familiarity of psychiatric issues and developmental disabilities of Asperger's and autism in this age group is helpful, but not necessary. Additional qualities include:

“During the summer of 2007, I was an intern for the McLean-Franciscan Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit. I had the opportunity to work with mentally ill patients, many of whom had attempted suicide prior to being hospitalized. Every day, I observed and participated in group therapy sessions and listened as the patients told stories of incredible adversity and hardship. Within a matter of weeks or months, I was able to see progress in children and adolescents who had seemed so hopeless at the beginning of their hospital stay. I admired their strength, resilience, and ability to cope with such extreme circumstances. I worked closely with a team of psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers who valued my observations and input—I truly felt like an important part of the treatment team. The Manzi Fellowship allowed me to explore an area of psychology in a way that would not have been possible in a classroom setting.” Kristen Birchard ’08

“My Manzi summer was one of the best summers I can remember. I gained a meaningful, learning-filled intern experience, while I was provided with the financial means to spend a summer living in one of the greatest U.S. cities. I got a taste for what the real world will be like once I leave Colgate--needing to commute everyday on the T, and navigate Boston on my own. I also gained an indescribable experience in a potential career field, which had a strong influence on my post-graduate path. My networks expanded, whether it was meeting new students at MIT, becoming closer with Colgate students, gaining job connections at my internship, or meeting Colgate Alumni in Boston. Overall, I could not have asked for a more enjoyable and learning-enriched summer, and I strongly encourage any Colgate student to apply for this fellowship.” Rebecca Gildiner ’09

It is the mission of Shelter to end homelessness in the lives of individuals and families by providing housing options and effective supportive services while promoting policy and practices necessary to change those conditions that create homelessness. Believing fully in the inherent dignity and strength of all people, Shelter serves all in a respectful and personal manner while emphasizing the values and tools for self-sufficiency, stability and independence within the greater community.

Founded in 1974 by a small number of concerned Cambridge residents, Shelter, Inc.'s early activities consisted of volunteers providing a bed and a meal for four men each night. Shelter, Inc., a non-profit organization, and its affiliate, Family Life Education, Inc. now encompass 16 residential and supportive service programs serving over 3,000 people annually in greater Boston. Shelter programs work with homeless individuals and families by:

The Manzi Fellow may be employed as a Program Intern for the Women's Drop-In Shelter, functioning as a primary staff person for the Women's Drop-In Program under the supervision of the Cambridge Shelter Director. The Manzi Fellow may be employed as an Intern in the Development Department. The Manzi Fellow will also undertake projects to support the administrative and organizational efforts of Shelter, Inc., and will have the opportunity to witness and become engaged in policy and advocacy issues.

"My internship was ideal because I was able to make connections between public policy and actual practice. On a Tuesday I might have attended the meeting of an advocacy organization like Massachusetts Housing and Shelter Alliance or Homes for Families, then on Wednesday I would have been able to spend time talking with a woman about her personal experience with public housing. This opportunity reinforced my belief that there needs to be a direct link between the people policy impacts and the people who advocate for them. ...

Although I enjoyed my experience at the drop-in immensely, I enjoyed the variety of projects I was given. ... The variety of projects I was assigned helped me understand the broad scope of Shelter Inc.'s work. Unlike many shelter organizations, they serve families as well as individuals and provide supportive services as well as housing. I also learned from many homeless women I talked to that Shelter Inc.'s programs are well-known and often coveted by those trying to get into shelter. I learned what I already knew: I was so lucky to get to work for such a great organization.

This experience transformed me. (The women at the drop-in center) let me into their community and it was a truly a privilege. They were willing to give not only to each other, but even to me, someone who already had all her needs met. They showed me what a community is, what generosity is, what human dignity is. They taught me that each person is made up of their experiences and that sharing them with others is more valuable than anything you can own. These women showed me what it means to be human." Liz Whitehurst '08

For more information contact Nancy Marshall at nmarshall@mail.colgate.edu. To make an appointment with Nancy, please call extension 7380.

Established in 1998 by Arthur Watson, Jr. ’76, this is a permanent endowment fund created to provide financial support for one or more first or second year Colgate students who are purposefully searching for an appropriate career direction. Grants will be awarded to students based on competitive merit of their own written applications which describe how the support will enable them to experience or learn about a career and/or advanced study.

The Fund is not designed to support course work, certification programs, or proposals solely designed to advance credentials. Creative proposals focused on exposure or learning and for careers in which formal internship programs are rare will be given priority consideration.

Application deadline: 4:00 pm, March 14, 2008, Second Floor, Center for Career Services

Colgate University students can apply for the fellowship if they meet the following criteria:

Summer 2005 Recipient

Alexander Fullam ’08 was awarded funds to allow him to participate in an unpaid internship with a Vice President and Wealth Manager at Merrill Lynch in Chicago. By spending the summer exploring the finance industry, he hopes to gain an understanding of how this career field fits with his skills, strengths, and goals.

Application deadline: 4:00 pm, April 1, 2008, Second Floor, Center for Career Services

Application Form

Dr. Merrill Miller Endowed Fellowship

Established in 2005 by Dr. Merrill Miller, this is a permanent endowment fund created to support Colgate students who wish to intern in the health or other science related fields. Preference will be given to students who would not otherwise be able to complete an internship due to financial constraints.

Colgate University students can apply for the fellowship if they meet the following criteria:

The recipient must be a sophomore, junior, or senior at Colgate University for the 2007-2008 academic year.
The student intends to intern in the health field or related science field.
At the time of application the student can still be applying for unpaid internship(s) or having already obtained an unpaid internship.

Application deadline: 4:00 pm, March 13, 2008, Second Floor, Center for Career Services

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John A. Golden '66 Endowed Fellowship

The John A. Golden '66 Endowed Fellowship provides highly qualified students interested in pursuing a graduate law degree and a career in law with summer internship funding. Two or more Golden Fellows will be selected each year based on academic and extra curricular achievement. Fellows will receive funding to pursue a summer internship in the field of law for the summer following their junior year.

Golden Fellows Application Process:

Colgate University students can apply for the fellowship if they meet the following criteria:

Will be a rising senior during the summer of the internship;
The recipient will have a 3.5 or greater GPA;
The recipient will have campus leadership involvement and a demonstrated interest in pursuing a graduate degree and career in law.
At the time of application the student can still be applying for internship(s) or having already obtained an internship.

Application deadline: 4:00 pm, March 3, 2008, Second Floor, Center for Career Services

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Milhomme International Internships

The Milhomme International Internship program provides funding to Colgate students who wish to enhance their cultural competency and gain career experience by means of an internship outside of the United States. Recognizing the financial obstacles to going abroad, the Milhomme International Internship program will make five awards of up to $5,000 each to support internship-related travel and living expenses. Selection will be competitive.

Criteria:

§ Applicants must be a first year, sophomore, or junior at Colgate University for the 2007-2008 academic year. While preference will be given to students who have participated or will be participating in a Colgate Study Group or Extended Study, all students with an international interest are encouraged to apply

§ Awards are limited to US nationals.

§ Internships must provide practical, pre-professional experience, typically in a for-profit environment, outside of the US

§ Internships must be a minimum 8 weeks duration

§ Students must have obtained or be actively in the process of obtaining an internship when submitting the application. Proof of receipt of an internship must be received within two weeks of notification for awards made on a contingency basis

§ Awards will support internship-related expenses, including air and on-the-ground transportation to/from the internship site, living expenses, work-permit and work-related costs.

§ Paid internships are not eligible, unless the amount paid is insufficient to cover living costs for the duration of the internship. Partial awards, to cover the difference between living costs and pay received for the internship, will be considered

Milhomme International Internship award recipients have pursued opportunities in various career roles and industries on several continents. Their experiences include:

§ managing content development, on-line advertising, and events for a website for expatriates with Shanghai Yang Ma Advertising, in Shanghai, China

§ assisting a lead Product Manager in the Prime Brokerage Products Team at Lehman Brothers in London, England

§ conducting market research on the Tuscany region of Italy for Castelo Banfi Winery

§ reviewing the progress of existing reconstruction projects and assessing the need for future projects as a liaison between the for and nonprofit sectors for Development Construction Services in Sierra Leone

Application deadline: 4:00 pm, March 13, 2008, Second Floor, Center for Career Services

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