Congressional Black Caucus Foundation accepting applications for 2024 scholarships, summer intern programs

ATLANTA—The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) and Congressman Hank Johnson are excited to announce that applications are now open for the CBCF 2024 Scholarships and Summer Internship programs. If you’re a student, you’re invited to apply. And if you’re a supporter of nurturing future leaders, you’re invited to spread the word to your networks.

Additionally, Congressman Johnson’s office will receive $22,000 to award to deserving students in Georgia’s 4th Congressional District. 

Since 1988, the CBCF has upheld their commitment to nurturing the next generation of Black leaders through academic financial support and professional development opportunities. The CBCF scholarship programs provide vital resources to deserving students, while their summer internships offer hands-on experience in the heart of policymaking on Capitol Hill.

Learn more about the available 2024 scholarships and the upcoming summer internship opportunities below:2024 Scholarship Program 

Scholarships: 
• The Ally Financial Law Scholarship*
• The Ally Financial Public Policy Scholarship*
• CBC Spouses Education Scholarship
• CBC Spouses Essay Contest Scholarship
• CBC Spouses Performing Arts Scholarship
• CBC Spouses Visual Arts Scholarship
• HBCU National Racial Equity Initiative for Social Justice Scholarship
• The Tracking Foundation Multi-Year Scholarship
• The Tracking Foundation Scholars Scholarship
• CBCF Reducing the Financial Barrier Scholarship (Need-based)

Application Deadlines: 
Phase 1 – March 31, 2024
Phase 2 – April 27, 2024*

Requirements: 
Please visit the CBCF Scholarship Page for the specific requirements for each scholarship listed above.

View the Scholarship Application

Summer 2024 Internship Program 
 
Program Options: 

• Pathways to the C-Suite Internship Program

• Congressional Internship Program
 
Program Dates: 

May 27 – July 26, 2024


Benefits: 

• Bi-weekly stipend

• Washington, D.C. housing

• CBC Member office placement

• Professional development training

• Exclusive networking opportunities

Application Deadline: 

March 29, 2024 

*Subject to change

Requirements: 

• 2.5 GPA (Congressional), 3.0 GPA (C-Suite)

• Permanent or university residence in a CBC Member district

• Rising college sophomore, junior, senior, or recent graduate (24 months) by program start date (Congressional)

• College senior or recent graduate (24 months) by program start date (C-Suite)

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