Fraternity-Testvériség, 1997 (75. évfolyam, 1-4. szám)
1997-04-01 / 2. szám
I Page 18 TESTVÉRISÉG WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP AVAILABLE The Hungarian Human Rights Foundation (HHRF) seeks candidates for a full-time, six-month internship position in Washington, DC. The position, to be administered in cooperation with the HHRF, the Hungarian Reformed Federation of America (HRFA) and the Hungarian American Coalition (HAC), will begin with orientation at HHRF’s New York offices, followed by one month of work in the office of a U.S. Senator or Member of Congress and one month experience in an Executive Branch office. The successful candidate will spend the remaining period in New York and at the Washington headquarters of the HRFA, serving as Congressional and Administration liaison, focusing on initiatives to improve the human rights condition of 3.5 million Hungarians who live as minorities in the countries surrounding Hungary. A modest monthly stipend will be provided to ensure that the intern’s basic living needs are covered. Applicants should be recent or prospective college graduates. Prior experience or political science studies are not prerequisites. Founded by young Hungarian-Americans in 1976, HHRF has relied heavily on the substantive work performed by the 22 interns employed by the organization over the past 13 years. We are looking for a self-motivated, flexible individual willing to work effectively for a worthy cause. Fluency in Hungarian is helpful, but not essential. Preference will be given to individuals who are members of the HRFA and possess excellent research and English writing skills, as well as computer literacy (Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, R:Base). Candidates may apply by sending HHRF (P.O. Box J, Gracie Station, New York, NY 10028): 1) a resume, 2) a 500-1,000 work writing sample, and 3) a statement of purpose describing his/her interests, strengths and any past endeavor relevant to the work of HHRF. The application deadline is August 15, 1997, for work to commence on September 1. Scholarships Available Through New Jersey A Pennsylvania Fraternal Congresses The NEWJERSEY FRATERNAL CONGRESS is offering its Annual Youth Achievement Awards in the following two categories: Category I High School Junior or Senior Category II College/University Award Criteria: 60% Scholastic - Extra Curricular 20% Civic 20% Fraternal and Additional Inclusions All applicants must be a resident of the state of New Jersey and a member of a fraternal benefit society. The winner in each category will receive a cash prize of $250 and a plaque recognizing their honor. Along with this, the recipients and their parents will be the guests at a luncheon. The luncheon will be held in conjunction with the 64th Annual New Jersey Fraternal Congress Convention on Friday, October 10, 1997 at the Showboat Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Deadline for submitting an application is Friday, August 15, 1997. As they have for the past years, the PENNSYLVANIA FRATERNAL CONGRESS will be awarding in 1997 at least one $500 scholarship and possibly more, depending on available funds. Requirements: 1. Applicant must be a member of a fraternal benefit society (i.e., the HRFA). 2. Applicant must be a resident of Pennsylvania. 3. You must be a volunteer in your community. 4. You must obtain a letter of recommendation from your fraternal benefit society (the HRFA). 5. You must be a 1997 high school graduate. 6. You must submit proof of attendance at an accredited college, university, trade school, etc. 7. You must be a full-time student. (At least twelve semester credit hours per semester.) 8. You must submit a 500-word essay on the topic, My Contribution to my Community by Volunteering. 9. Deadline for submitting an application and accompanying documentation is Tuesday, September 2, 1997. If you wish to apply for one of these scholarships, contact the HRFA (the President’s office) at 202-328-2630 for a scholarship application.
