Internship Program

An unpaid internship at the Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, a civil rights group, open to high school students in grades 9-12 as well as older students. Interns join departments such as government affairs and outreach, and high school interns can earn community service hours. Sessions run in winter-spring, summer and fall, high school interns serve at least 8 weeks for a minimum of 10 hours per week, and orientation and training are required.

Offered by Cair Chicago. Internship for high school students in Illinois, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Policy, Business

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Illinois.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Internship Program

When is the Internship Program deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Internship Program free?

Yes. Internship Program is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Internship Program?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Illinois. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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