Eligibility

Must be enrolled at UC Berkeley as an undergraduate student.

You must also identify with one of the following:

I am a Regents’ & Chancellor’s Scholar.

I am currently enrolled in the Social Sciences Career Readiness Program (SSCRIP) Program.

I am financial aid eligible and would like to be considered for need-based scholarship

None of the above – unfortunately, you are not eligible to apply for this program.

Not Eligible

Unfortunately you're not eligible for this program. We encourage you to take a look at our other programs.

Personal Information

First Name (as it appears on your ID)

Last Name (as it appears on your ID)

Lived First Name

Pronouns

UC Berkeley Email

Non Berkeley Email

Phone

SID

Birthday

Hometown

What languages do you speak in addition to English?

Do you have access to transportation?

Racial or Ethnic Identity

If you selected “I do not identify with the above options”, or would like to provide details about your race/ethnicity, please do so in the field below.

Gender Identity

If you selected Other or would like to provide more details about your gender identity, please do so in the field below.

Educational Information

Expected Graduation Term

What is your major?

Are you a transfer student?

What is your residential status?

Are you a first-generation college student, meaning your parents, guardians, or grandparents did not attend college?

References

Reference #1: Name, Relationship, Phone Number, Email Address

Reference #2: Name, Relationship, Phone Number, Email Address

Short Answer Questions

Please limit your answers to 250 words for each question.

1. Why are you interested in being a Cal in Local Government intern?

2. What do you hope to gain from this experience? (For example: how does this fit your academic or career goals?)

3. What issue(s) are you interested in and most passionate about? (For example: education, racial equity, housing, etc.) and why?

4. Describe a past experience (personally or academically) that would make you a good fit for the positions you selected.

5. What skills and knowledge would you bring as an intern?

Resume

In your resume, please be certain to include previous employment, extracurricular activities, and volunteer experiences. Also integrate traditional work-related skills, such as language proficiency, computer skills, writing, and research.

We encourage all applicants to use the Career Center’s resources for support.

Please Upload Your Resume

Internship Ranking

Before selecting your internship preferences, please review the Internship Descriptions document, which lists the most current Cal in Local Government community partners and opportunities.

Please rank your preferred internships in order of priority (1 = highest preference, 2 = second choice, 3 = third choice)

Application Checklist

I have read and agree to all internship requirements above.

Agree

I have completed all fields and required essay questions above.

More Information

How did you hear about this program?

Would you like to receive a monthly email of service and leadership opportunities, scholarships, and more?

Yes

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