Lilly Service Internship Fund

The SPU Career Development Center, together with the Lilly SERVE grant, funds service/non-profit, unpaid internships during winter, spring and summer quarters.  Students receive a stipend of $1000 (winter & spring quarters) or $2000 (summer quarter).
** Student is responsible for any applicable Federal income tax**

This is an excellent opportunity for students to gain relevant job experience and skills, explore career and vocational interests and begin to develop a network within the non-profit sector.

Eligibility for the Lilly Service Internship Fund

• Junior or Senior (for winter and spring internships); Sophomore or Junior (for summer internship)
• Good standing with the university
• Internship must be with a non-profit organization (501(c)3) and unpaid
• Must work at least 10 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks (winter & spring) or 20 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks (summer)
• Students are eligible to apply for the fund without regard to financial need

Application Process

• Obtain application from the Career Center website (below).
  

• Talk with your potential internship employer and define the expected responsibilities for your position.  It is your responsibility to give the internship employer the “Employer Information Sheet,” which outlines his/her responsibilities for the program.

• Complete all sections of the application.  Be as specific as possible.  It is strongly suggested that you make an appointment with a career counselor to review your resume and application materials before you submit them.

• Submit your application (signed by your supervisor), including resume and transcript (unofficial), to the Career Development Center; 2nd Floor SUB by the deadline listed below.

Timeline for Applications

WINTER:
November 30th.............. Applications due in CDC by 12:00 NOON
December 7th................ Applicants notified of selection decisions

SPRING:

March 7th ..................... Applications due in CDC by 12:00 NOON
March 14th ................... Applicants notified of selection decisions

SUMMER:

May 16th ...................... Applications due in CDC by 12:00 NOON
May 23rd  ...................... Applicants notified of selection decisions

Download Application (PDF or Word)
Includes application form, criteria the selection panel uses for evaluating proposals and employer information sheet.

Internship Evaluation Documents - for use during internship

LSIF Student Reflection Questions (PDF)
LSIF Student Evaluation Form (PDF or Word)

LSIF Employer Evaluation Form (PDF or Word)