The BLI Internship Program provides undergraduate students with invaluable real-world experiences aimed at fostering leadership and followership skills. Participants will observe leadership dynamics, engage in team processes, and learn from established professionals. During this internship, the BLI will offer dedicated mentorship to ensure that each intern excels in their role and can actively contribute to advancing the organization's mission and upholding its core values. This internship will be paid by the BLI.
Who's eligible:
- Current Sophomores and Juniors (and Seniors who are graduating in F27) who have completed a LEARN experience.
- Priority placement will be given to BLI fellows who have participated in other LEAP experiences (the Applied Leadership Fellowship, Leadership Teaching Fellowship, and/or Leadership Certificate).
Placement Timing:
- 8–12 weeks
- May-August
- 30–40 hrs a week
Location: Opportunities may be in-person or hybrid depending on the internship site.
2027 Placement Locations:
- Barger Leadership Institute
- ZingTrain
- Trinity Health Community Health and Well-Being
- Camp Michigania
- MLEAD
- Food Gatherers
- Center for Academic Innovation
Selection Process:
- Application opens September 22
- Select candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview with the BLI
- Candidates who advance will interview with their potenital placement host
- Students are matched with an internship site based on their interests, experience, and the needs of the host organization.
- For more information or if you have questions, please contact BLIIntern@umich.edu
Info session [VIRTUAL]: Monday, October 5, 3-4 PM, Register for link
