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Apply for the Smithsonian’s Because of Her Story Internship

Apply for the Smithsonian’s Because of Her Story 8-week paid internship program in women’s history for summer 2020.  Applications close on Sunday, March 15. Apply here.

  • Who?  Undergraduate students (rising sophomores through seniors) and recent graduates (within past 15 months) with a commitment to women’s history. Second year graduate students are not eligible to apply.
  • What?  Eight-week long cohort internship experience with paid group housing, reimbursable travel to and from Washington D.C., and a weekly stipend. The total value of this internship, including the weekly stipend and the paid group housing, is $6300 (not including travel reimbursement).
  • Where?  Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C.
  • When?  June 14 – August 8, 2020
  • Why?  Opportunity to uncover and share the stories of diverse women’s experiences throughout American History; and to explore various career paths, networks, leadership and mentorship experiences, and build practical professional skills.