University of Washington-Seattle Campus (out-of-state)

Description: Even as Native nations achieve greater levels of self-determination, Indian Country continues to be influenced by U.S. federal law and policy. The Udall Internship places students in Senate, House, and federal agency offices to learn firsthand how the U.S. government works with Native nations. Interns will gain a better understanding of the government to government relationship and how they can use this knowledge on behalf of their tribes. What It Is? -A community of 12 American Indian and Alaska Native college, graduate, and law students who live and work in Washington, D.C., during the summer; -Access to a network of American Indian professionals and alumni who work on behalf of tribal nations; and -Housing, a living allowance, transportation to and from Washington, D.C., and an educational stipend of $1,200. Eligibility: To be considered for nomination as a Udall Scholar, a student must adhere to the following criteria: -Fall under the Foundation's definition of Native American or Alaska Native*; -Be a junior or senior in college, a recent graduate from a tribal or four-year college, or a graduate or law student; -Have a college grade-point average of at least a "B" or the equivalent; -Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.