Opportunity

• Full-time, paid internship in a nonprofit or government organization. Such as Heart to Heart International, Kanbe’s Markets, Ivanhoe Neighborhood Association, 39^th Street Thrift and Harvesters.
• Significant Stipend: $7,000 for the ten-week period of June 8-Aug. 14, 2026.
• One-on-one faculty mentoring with Tom Vansaghi.
• Leadership seminar done concurrently, carrying 1-3 elective credit hours. Leadership readings, self-reflection, group discussions, writing, and insights about:
  • Their leadership strengths and development areas; and
  • Effective leadership practices within organizations.

Eligibility

Bloch Students

• MBA, MSA, MPA, MSF, MERE
• Junior/senior BBA or BSA
• Enrolled in a Bloch School degree program in the winter/spring term of 2026 but is graduating December 2026 or beyond.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Interested in, and committed to, personal leadership development.
• Reliable means of transportation.
• Able to work a full-time, 40+ hours position from June 8 -Aug. 14. 

Up to five Bloch students may be selected for the program.

Application 

View the Application (PDF)

Email Cindy Laufer or call 816-590-8558.