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SIMMONS DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR AWARD

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Application Deadline: December 1, 2024

LOCATION: USA

The Simmons Distinguished Scholar Award is a competitive merit award that recognizes the best and brightest students interested in a transformative education at Simmons University.

ELIGIBILITY:

Apply as a first-year student for the fall semester

A minimum GPA of 3.50

A record of taking college prep, AP, or IB Courses

English Proficiency is required for non-native English speakers.

Standardized test scores (optional) of 28+ ACT or 1300+ SAT

Community Involvement: Applicants should showcase a history of active engagement in their community through volunteer work, leadership roles, or other forms.

Passion for the Field: Applicants should demonstrate a passion for their chosen field of study. This passion should be evident in their academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and resume.

Students who meet the criteria above are often also interested in the Honors Program at Simmons.

BENEFIT:

This scholarship is awarded for the duration of a four-year period of full-time undergraduate study, and supersedes any previously awarded merit scholarship.

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bachelor's, Jobs, master's, Opportunities, PhD/post doctoral, student internship

UNICEF INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

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LOCATION: Multiple Regions

The UNICEF Internship Programme offers students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with UNICEF through global internship opportunities.

Interns at UNICEF get experiential learning opportunities in the humanitarian sector and a meaningful internship experience that will support their academic, professional and personal development.

ELIGIBILITY:

Your profile could be a good fit if it meets the following requirements:

At least 18 years old.

Enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or PhD programme, or have graduated within the past two years.

Proficient in at least one of UNICEF’s working languages: English, French or Spanish. Fluency in the working language of the office you are applying to, may also be required.

Have no immediate relatives (e.g., mother, father, sister, brother) working with UNICEF, or any other relatives in your reporting line of authority.

Have strong academic performance and motivation

Additional consideration will be given to any professional experience relevant to the function you’re applying for.

BENEFIT:

Our Internship Programme offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain direct practical work experience.

Duration: The duration of an internship is normally between six and twenty-six weeks. Internships can be on a full-time or a part-time basis.

Expenses we cover: UNICEF provides a monthly stipend to interns. A one-time lump sum, as a contribution towards travel and visa costs, may also be granted when funding is available.

Visa: If necessary, UNICEF will provide relevant supporting documents for our visa applications.

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