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Student Organizations & Resources

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    SHRM
    SHRM Student Chapter
    SHRM Student Chapter
    Be part of a powerful HR network with 325,000+ professionals like you, all united in the mission to create a world of work that truly works for all. As a SHRM member, you’ll pave the path of your success with invaluable resources, world-class educational opportunities and premier events. Join us in shaping a brighter, inclusive tomorrow.
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    AIG Student Memberships
    MPA-IO students who have completed at least 15 credit hours in the MPA-IO Program will receive complimentary one-year AIG Student and NY/NJ Chapter memberships who continue pursuing their studies in the MPA-IO Program. Qualified students are automatically enrolled in the membership.
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    Pi Alpha Alpha
    Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society (PAA)
    Pi Alpha Alpha is the global honor society for public affairs and administration. Qualified candidates must earn their MPA degrees with a 3.85 GPA. For more information, please email Pi Alpha Alpha Faculty Advisor Melissa McShea at mmcshea@jjay.cuny.edu.
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    Govify
    Govify
    Getting a government job takes more than 100 days. With Govify, it'll take a fraction of that.
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Written Communication

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Scholarships, Internships & Fellowships

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    Tow
    MPA Tow Fellows
    Tow Policy Advocacy Fellowship
    The Tow Policy Advocacy Fellowship prepares John Jay College of Criminal Justice graduate students for careers in policy advocacy at the city, state, and federal level. Tow Fellows complete hands-on internships at advocacy-focused organizations in New York City, while taking relevant coursework to enrich their fieldwork experiences.
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    Belle
    2023-2024 Belle Zeller Scholarship
    The scholarship honors the founding president of the PSC, Belle Zeller, Professor Emerita of Political Science at Brooklyn College, where she taught for over 40 years. This scholarship is intended to honor the unique qualities of Belle Zeller: the combination of social commitment and scholarship. The Fund is an independent nonprofit organization. The application deadline is February 29, 2024.
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    2024-2026 Empire State Fellows
    The Empire State Fellows Program is a full-time leadership training program that prepares the next generation of talented professionals for careers as New York State policymakers. The incoming class of Empire State Fellows will serve from September 2024 to September 2026, and receive an annual salary of $85,000, plus a generous benefits package. At the end of the fellowship, a performance review process will identify Empire State Fellows that will be given the opportunity to continue to serve as leaders in New York State government after completing the program.
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    NACOLE
    NACOLE Scholarship Program
    The NACOLE Founders and Presidents Scholarship Award (FPSA) honors the significant contributions, dedication, and commitment of the NACOLE founders and past-presidents by supporting those community members, grassroots organizers, law enforcement officials, volunteers, academics, students, early career professionals with less than three years of experience, and others who are seeking information about oversight and how it can best impact their communities. The award is geared towards applicants whose attendance at the Annual Conference will benefit their communities and whose commitment to civilian oversight will be strengthened and reinforced by their participation. Membership in the organization is not required for this category.
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    UNFPA
    United Nations Population Fund Internship/Fellowship
    The Investigations Intern provides support to the Investigations Branch in charge of conducting investigations into allegations of various types of wrongdoing and staff misconduct in UNFPA programmes and operations, including allegations of fraud, corruption, sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment (work/sexual) and abuse of authority, involving personnel or entities in a contractual relationship with UNFPA.
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Paid Opportunities

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    MPA
    Paid Research Assistantships
    The MPA Program enhances collaboration between MPA students and core faculty through the provision of paid part-time research assistantship opportunities. If you wish to apply for a position, kindly fill out the Survey Monkey form available here.
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    Contracts Coordinator (NYC Parks)
    The Contracts Coordinator (NYC Parks) will assist the Agency Chief Contracting Officer (ACCO) with Capital Projects by coordinating all procurement activities for the Agency’s $1+ billion capital program. The deadline to apply is February 16, 2024.
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    USA jobs
    Student Trainee (Program Support Specialist)
    This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Administration for Children and Families, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. This announcement may be used to fill multiple positions in multiple locations.
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    MT Auburn
    Research Associate (Mt. Auburn Associates)
    The Research Associate position at Mt. Auburn will support senior staff on national and local initiatives related to community investment, affordable housing, inclusive growth, small business development, workforce development, economic mobility, health equity, and various other areas. This is a fully remote position!
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Student/Alumni Highlights

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