The Summer Internship in Lived Theology
Call for Applications
The Project on Lived Theology is now accepting applications from University of Virginia undergraduates for the 2012 Summer Internship in Lived Theology. The Lived Theology internship program complements the numerous existing urban and rural service immersion programs flourishing nationally and globally by offering a unique opportunity to pursue service as a theological activity. The internship further encourages students to interpret moral action in its differing religious contexts.
The internship is open to U.Va. undergraduate students in any field of study who will be enrolled full-time during the 2012-2013 academic year. Selected participants will spend the summer of 2012 interning with the partnering institution of their choice. Each intern will be matched with an academic mentor who will develop a reading list, engage in weekly conversations with the intern, and provide guidance for the students' research, writing and final presentation.
Requirements of the internship:
- Readings as assigned by mentor
- Weekly discussions on assigned readings
- Written reflections on daily work
- A narrative report of the summer (15-20 double-spaced pages)
- A presentation, on Grounds, in the fall semester.
Selected participants will receive:
- A stipend of $2500-$3200, to be paid in two installments. Half will be paid at the start of the internship and the remaining half at the midway point. Stipend funds may be used for housing and other living expenses at the intern’s discretion.
- A book fund of up to $150, from which the Project will purchase the books and any other materials agreed upon by the intern and the mentor.
- A travel fund of up to $700, from which the Project will purchase airline tickets and reimburse other travel expenses. Travel expenses in excess of $700 must be paid by interns or deducted from their stipends.
- Optional course credit (3 hours, to be awarded in fall 2012). This may be discussed with the project director upon acceptance and may require additional assignments.
For application information, click here. Please do not hesitate to contact the Project with any questions.