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• Testimonials

"As an intern for the IL Environmental Protection Agency, I amassed wonderful experiences and made valuable contacts that continue to boost my career. My supervisor always treated me as a co-worker rather than as an intern, and she encouraged me to get involved with projects that would build a strong resume. As a result of the contacts I made as an intern, I was offered a job in the Governor's office. Without GPSI, I would not be where I am - in a fast-paced, high-profile job with a master's degree to boot! Annie Thompson, Press Assistant, Office of the Governor

Benefits

In addition to having the opportunity to gain valuable professional work experience and a high quality, marketable graduate education, your benefits also include:

* Monthly Stipend: $950 per month during the academic year (August 16 to May 15) and $1900 per month during the summer (May 16 to August 15).

* Weekly Work Schedule: 20 hours per week during the academic year, and 37.5 hours per week during the summer.

* Tuition Waiver/Credit Hours: nine (9) credit hours tuition waiver for the fall and spring semesters, and four (4) credit hours tuition waiverfor the summer semester. Enrollment for the summer term is optional.

* Professional Development: $300 per year for the purchase of professional resources to enhance your educational experience (professional conferences, software, professional journals, professional memberships, etc.)

* Scholarship Opportunities: additional scholarships are available for GPSI interns, including the Beverly Vaughn Friesland Memorial Scholarship for Graduate Public Service Interns.

* Mentoring: you will have the opportunity to benefit from the mentoring relationship established with your placement supervisor -- a seasoned professional.

* Intern Support: the GPSI office will work closely with you throughout your intern experience.