Graduate students currently enrolled in a PhD program in the School of Humanities are eligible to apply for a 2023 Humanities Out There Summer Internship. Position descriptions are available here.
Graduate Fellows will be hired as GSRs through the Humanities Center for 195 hours during the summer with assignment to work the partner organization or campus unit. The summer stipend is approximately $5,800 before taxes.
Eligibility
Currently enrolled School of Humanities PhD students in good standing can apply for up to two (2) positions for Summer 2023. Students will be hired for one position. Priority will be given to graduate students who do not already receive summer funding support from the School of Humanities.
Application Process
Please do not contact the host organization directly. If you have questions, contact SueJeanne Koh, Graduate Futures Program Director, at sj.koh@uci.edu. You can also schedule a Zoom appointment or phone call at https://calendly.com/sj-koh/office-hours.
To apply, submit a cover letter (max. 2 pages) and resume (max. 2 pages) as one PDF document through this Google form. If you are applying to more than one position, please submit two separate forms.
April 28, 2023 : Applications are due
May 1-May 12: Interviews
May 19: Positions finalized
Beginning – mid June: Orientation for fellows
July 1 (unless otherwise indicated): Start of program
FAQ
Q: To whom should I address my cover letter?
A: The contact listed on the project description. But please submit your application at the Google form; do not send it directly to them.
Q: Do I need to have direct experience or knowledge of an organization’s mission or communities in order to apply for an organization?
A: While it’s preferred, it’s certainly not required. The (interesting) challenge of applying is to show how your skills and experience can translate effectively to that context or project. Overall, organizations value self-direction, responsiveness, and consistency, so if there are ways you can highlight those qualities, do so. Don’t just think about your research, but any volunteer, teaching, or work experiences that might be valuable to mention.
Q: What’s the difference between a CV and a resume?
A: While a CV offers a chronological record of your academic employment, publications, and experience, a resume is a brief, 1-2 page document that is a snapshot of relevant work experiences and skills. See this article for some helpful tips.
Q: How should I write and format my cover letter?
A: Use a letterhead template – your department’s (if you have permission), or one from your word processor or Canva (pro tip: If you format your cover letter and resume with the same letterhead, this creates consistency across your materials).
Tell stories about your relevant experiences and skills, don’t just list your skills. If you can, describe how you concretely addressed a particular problem or challenge, and the outcome.
Finally, add a digital image of your signature above your typed name.