- United States of America
- Boston
About Program
Semester in the City (SITC) is a Boston-based program that immerses gap semester and college students (aged 18-24) in 15 weeks of professional, personal, and civic skill development. The heart of SITC is a hand-matched, well-supported internship at one of 200+ partner organizations across the social sector. Student Fellows also have the opportunity to live in program apartments, receive ~$3,850 in financial benefits, and take two weekly classes in social innovation and professional development topics.
Wondering if you are a fit for SITC? We find that students who are most successful at SITC often share the following characteristics:
- An interest in experiential (out-of-classroom) and apprenticeship-based learning
- Maturity to live semi-independently with college-aged peers and complete a 30-hour/week internship
- A growth mindset and resilience to learn from challenges
- The desire to be part of a diverse, dynamic community of peers
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Program Highlights
- Start dates in August and January
- Earn a ~$2,000 Segal Education Award as an AmeriCorps Service Member
- Leave the semester with a professionally coached resume, LinkedIn, and capstone special project
- Wraparound support including an internship mentor, weekly small group coaching, peer Community Leaders, and two staff social workers
- College application coaching from experienced staff available upon request
