Semester in The City (SITC) Student Application 

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General Information 

We hope this application helps you reflect on what matters most to you. Our goal is to make this program accessible to as many young adults (aged 18-26) as possible and provide a life-changing experience. This application helps us get to know you and create the best experience for you—be yourself!

Key Things to Know:

  • The application takes about 30 minutes to complete. Short on time? Just fill out this first page (our preliminary application) and save the rest for later!
  • Need help? Reach out to SITC@collegeforsocialinnovation.org or your recruiter.
  • You’ll also need to complete a process with your home college/university to ensure off-campus study eligibility. Visit our college partner page for details.
  • After submission, our recruitment team will contact you about next steps. If you apply more than two semesters in advance, we’ll schedule your interview closer to your intended start date.

Thank you for applying!






When do you want to participate in Semester in the City? 






If not, feel free to find a time that works for you here!
Contact Information




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Demographic Questions
CFSI and its programs are available to all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/gender identity or expression, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, marital or parental status, including pregnancy, genetic information, military service, submission of a complaint or cooperation in an investigation related to discrimination or harassment, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.




First generation college students are those whose parents did not graduate from college.








University Information


When do you expect to graduate?










Gap Semester



Credits





If applicable, please provide the name and email of the person in charge of ensuring you receive academic credit at your home institution.


Application Questions







Placement Considerations









Special Project Interest Areas

Fellows dedicate at least 40% of their internship to a special project, where they take the lead in planning and execution. These projects provide real responsibility, have clear goals, address a genuine organizational need, and result in an evaluable final product assessed by both a Mentor and CfSI staff for cross-cohort parity.

Please select your top 3 special project areas below that align with your personal and/or professional goals. Reminder: We cannot guarantee a special project area in your placement, but this information will provide a key component in making an effective match

    Special Project Categories

    1. Direct Service – Fellow manages part of the organization’s direct service, supported by existing systems.
      Example: Design and implement after-school workshops, creating a guide with lesson plans and an evaluation.

    2. Event Planning – Fellow organizes and leads a new event (not an annual one).
      Example: Plan and execute an Assistive Technology Resource Fair, then document replication guidelines.

    3. Report or Analysis – Fellow conducts research or data analysis, producing a report or presentation.
      Example: Analyze program data and present recommendations for improvement.

    4. Social Media – Fellow develops and implements a new social media strategy, focusing on design and planning.
      Example: Launch a Snapchat channel for Playworks and create a style guide for future use.

    5. Strategic Project – Fellow executes a specific, self-contained strategy that aligns with broader organizational goals.
      Example: Develop and launch a Spanish-language newsletter to improve Latinx outreach.

    6. Other – Custom projects that meet the outlined criteria.




Summary 
To assist in internship selection and placement, please rank your preferences from 1 (most important) to 7 (least important) to best support your success, the project, and the organization's needs. Please note: preferences will be considered but are not guaranteed.
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Reference
Please provide a reference who we may contact regarding your application. List someone who knows you well, such as an advisor, professor, community leader, work supervisor, coach, etc. References should NOT be family members, friends, or peers. Below your reference, please provide the contact information for your faculty advisor.






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