Summer Service Internship
Mission
The mission of the Summer Service Internship Program is to provide the students of Xavier University with the opportunity to engage in social service in the Cincinnati area and nurture relationships with the broader community. The Summer Service Internship Program seeks to educate its participants through Service, Reflection and living in Community in order that they integrate their experiences into a lifelong commitment to Social Justice and contributing to the betterment of society. By learning through service, this program develops students to be men and women for others in accordance with the Jesuit identity of Xavier Univesity.
History
For the fifteenth consecutive year, Xavier University will offer its Summer Service Internship Program. Historically, interns have become active members in the Cincinnati community, using their talents to address the cities social needs. Additionally, the internship is designed to encourage service learning by building a community of service interns on campus who can share insights, reflect on their experiences and address issues affecting society. Weekly reflection sessions allow students to exchange experiences, pose questions, and provide support for one another. Students also read articles and keep a journal throughout the internship to help them gain a broader understanding of the impact of their work. View participating agencies for the 2008 Summer Service Internship Program:
Eligibility for Internship
Open to current students of all majors who intend to enroll at Xavier for the Fall Semester 2009 and who can meet work time commitments.
Position Descriptions/Applications
There are two types of positions available to Xavier students through this program, student coordinator and interns. Interns work directly for an agency serving their client population on a daily basis. A student coordinator works with the summer service internship program coordinator to design and implement training, reflections, and community building, and assists with agency communication. See the position descriptions and applications below for submission dates and work timelines.
Intern Position
- Intern Position Description (pdf)
- Intern Position Application (pdf)
- Intern Recommendation Form (pdf)
Student Coordinator Position