Student FAQ

How do I apply?

Please complete the application package and email this to nonprofit@umich.edu. A letter of recommendation from a work reference is required and can be sent directly from your reference via email or faxed to (734) 647-7367. Letters will continue to be accepted after you submit your application materials.

What qualities do you look for in an intern?

We look for students with high integrity, cultural and ethnic sensitivity, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, self-discipline, strong leadership abilities, a sense of adventure, and the ability to excel in an unstructured environment.

Who is eligible to apply?

While business school students are given priority, graduate students from the Ford School of Public Policy and School of Social Work are welcome to apply. See below for more details. All business students enrolled in the Ross School of Business are eligible to apply, including those graduating. We've had several MBA2 and BBA Sr. participate in the program following graduation.

Are non-business school students eligible for the program?

While business school students are given priority, if there are positions available by April, we will open our search to other graduate students at the Ford School of Public Policy and School of Social Work with the skills to succeed in the positions.

How likely is it that I will get the project of my choice?

The likelihood of being selected for a particular project depends on the applicant pool for that project. Naturally, some projects are more competitive than others. When reviewing candidates, NPM carefully reviews candidate skill sets and preferences, as well as nonprofit preferences, when determining "fit." We will only introduce candidates to nonprofits if there is a strong match. Otherwise, NPM may consider you for other projects, but only with your consent.

Where are the projects typically located?

This will change from year-to-year. We will always have several internships in Southeast Michigan, as well as other locations across the country. These other locations may include New York City, Chicago, San Francisco, Washington D.C., and Boston.

What do you expect from interns during the 11 weeks?

You will be asked to complete a work plan with your project supervisor within the first 2 weeks of your internship. The work plan will outline the steps you will take to complete the project and identify agreed upon deliverables. We also require all students to submit biweekly reports, a final report, complete project deliverables, and an online program evaluation.

As a representative of the University and NPM, we expect students to maintain a high-level of integrity and professionalism.

How long are the internships?

The internships are eleven weeks in length between mid-May and mid-August. Students will be able to take 5 days of vacation/sick leave during the eleven weeks, with prior approval from their project supervisor and NPM.

How many hours will I be expected to work?

Interns are expected to work a minimum of 40 hours per week throughout their project. Students are expected to meet all requirements of a site organization as if they were a full-time employee. Any significant adjustments to the work schedule requires approval from both their project supervisor and NPM staff.

How much will I get paid?

For an 11 week assignment, graduate students will receive a stipend of $10,000 and undergraduate students will receive a stipend of $8,000.

How will I receive my stipend?

Stipends are divided into bi-weekly payments and made via direct deposit, with $500 withheld until we've received all deliverables. If you are selected to be an intern, the dates of payments will be given to you at a Student Orientation session that takes place at the end of April.

Do you give additional financial support for travel?

Students placed in out-of-state locations will be able to submit a travel reimbursement for most costs associated with travel to and from your project. Students are expected to pay for their daily transportation expenses to their sites.

Is housing provided for me?

Students are responsible for arranging and paying for their housing throughout the summer.

Am I provided insurance and/or health coverage?

At this time, students are responsible for having proper insurance and medical coverage. The services are not provided for by our program or the site organization.

 

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