Moreno / Rangel Legislative Leadership Program

Offered By: 
Mexican American Legislative Leadership Foundation
Job Location: 
Austin
Salary: 
Paid
Job Description: 
The Moreno/Rangel Legislative Leadership Program, or MALLF Fellowship, is a paid five month program which offers Latino/a undergraduate and graduate students across Texas a unique opportunity to gain first-hand governmental experience by working in the Texas House of Representatives during a legislative session. Through this program, fellows develop leadership and communication skills, gain access to valuable networking opportunities, and utilize resources to deepen their understanding of state government. Fellows of the Moreno/Rangel Program emerge with the skills and connections necessary to become the next generation of Texas’ Hispanic leaders.
Application Instructions: 
- Filled out Google Form, which can be found in MALLF website, including: - Completed MALLF Application PDF - Personal Statement (500 words or less) outlining your family, work, educational, and community experiences that have influenced your decision to apply for the Moreno/Rangel Legislative Leadership Program. In your statement, explain how these experiences align with your long-term personal goals and describe how participating in this legislative program will enhance your future leadership within the Latino community. - Resume listing education, honors, extracurricular activities, community involvement, employment history and special skills - Two Recommendation Letters from individuals other than family and friends (may be sent separately but must be received by October 18, 2024) - Writing Sample (500 words or less) can be a press release, op-ed, school paper article, etc. - Mailed Academic Transcript from current or most recent attended institutions (may be sent separately but must be postmarked by October 18, 2024).
Contact Information: 
Monserrat Garcia, mgarcia@malc.org
Type of Internship: 
State Legislature
Comments: 
- Must be an undergraduate, having completed at least 60 hours, in a two or four-year accredited institution, OR - Graduate student enrolled in an accredited institution, OR - A recent graduate, AND - 21 years of age or older (as of January 14, 2025), - Must have a minimum grade point (GPA) average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Posted By: 
Monserrat Garcia
Expiration Date: 
Friday, October 18, 2024