How do I apply for an Upper House Internship?
Email your resume to Intern Program Director, Rebecca Cooks, at interns@slbrownfoundation.org, and complete the UH Internship Program Application.
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Reach out to Internship Program Director, Rebecca Cooks, at interns@slbrownfoundation.org
Email your resume to Intern Program Director, Rebecca Cooks, at interns@slbrownfoundation.org, and complete the UH Internship Program Application.
Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Reach out to Internship Program Director, Rebecca Cooks, at interns@slbrownfoundation.org
What does a week-in-the-life of an Upper House Intern look like?
Each week, Upper House Interns divide their time between these areas:
- providing guest services for Upper House events
- hosting external groups in the Upper House space
- welcoming guests at the Upper House front desk
- meeting with staff mentor(s) for professional and spiritual development
Interns’ work hours in the Upper House space vary between 9 AM – 11 PM Mondays through Saturdays. Work hours are typically scheduled weeks to months in advance, though occasional flexibility is required.
How many hours does an Upper House Intern work?Upper House Interns work 9-15 hours per week.
Are Upper House Interns Paid?
Yes. Upper House Interns are paid $16-$17 per hour (plus, delicious post-event leftovers!).
Yes. Upper House Interns are paid $16-$17 per hour (plus, delicious post-event leftovers!).
Upper House is a Christian space: How does that impact the Upper House Internship Program?
The Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation's mission: leading Christian thought and formation to shape the University of Wisconsin community.. Because the Christian faith is integral to the Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation and Upper House and all its work, interns are asked to sign in agreement with our Statement of Faith.
The Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation's mission: leading Christian thought and formation to shape the University of Wisconsin community.. Because the Christian faith is integral to the Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation and Upper House and all its work, interns are asked to sign in agreement with our Statement of Faith.
Do I need to be able to work the whole academic year?The Upper House Internship experience is holistic and formative; on-the-job learning benefits accumulate throughout the academic year. Therefore, priority is given to applicants who can make a one-year commitment. That said, the Upper House team is open to discussing applicants’ availability. Email questions to interns@slbrownfoundation.org.
(NOTE: Limited summer hours are occasionally an option for interns.)
(NOTE: Limited summer hours are occasionally an option for interns.)
What are the benefits of being an Upper House Intern?
- Paid work experience
- Friendly and dynamic work environment
- Flexible scheduling to work around classes
- Integration of professional and faith development
- Networking opportunities with local leaders in multiple fields
- Direct mentorship in nonprofit and event management positions
- Building highly-transferrable work skills in teamwork, leadership, guest services, budgeting, bookkeeping, content creation, and event management
- Learning from nationally-recognized speakers in fields ranging from theology to science, from art to social justice, and more