The Career Development Office recognizes that in today's workworld, an entrepreneurial approach is evident in most career sectors. In both for-profit and not-for-profit enterprises, the approach allows individuals to realize novel ideas, manage uncertainty and create change. As we assist students in defining the connection between a liberal arts education and life-work goals, we believe that understanding the nature of entrepreneurship and supporting an entrepreneurial mindset nurtures this connection. It also fosters leadership, adaptability and creativity. We encourage students to adopt an entrepreneurial approach to their career goals. This approach enables students to shape a personal vision associated with their career interests and, in turn, enhances their career choices and development. Taking advantage of various internship, fellowship and employment opportunities made available through our Office sets the foundation for future career growth. The Trust Entrepreneurial Internship Program (TEIP) is one of many excellent options offered by Career Development.

The Trust Family Foundation Entrepreneurial Internship Program

Q: Writer, lawyer, filmmaker, financial planner, website developer, environmental activist, health clinic founder, magazine publisher, fashion designer - what do they have in common?
A: Many are "their own bosses" who "run their own business."

Q: How do you learn how and if you really WANT to start and run any such "business"?
A: This Internship Program can help you answer that question.

The TEIP, funded by the Trust Family Foundation, selects Barnard First-years, Sophomores and Juniors as Trust Entrepreneurial Interns. Interns will receive a $3,000 stipend for full-time summer internships at appropriate private businesses OR not-for profit organizations. While working there, interns will be developing entrepreneurship skills. The internship is a one-year program to  enhance students’ understanding of financial and organizational skills and strategic planning.

Interns will be required to participate in the following:
*pre-internship workshop
*an independent study project in the fall of 2008 OR preparation and presentation of a business plan in the Spring 2009 Business Competition ($3,000 first prize and $2,000 second prize)

*On completion of the requirements, TEIP interns will receive a $200 travel stipend.

Prior to applying for the TEIP Internship, applicants MUST speak with Program Director, Elayne Garrett
(212-854-7677).

Application Deadline: Friday, April 11, by 4:00pm

Application forms and guidelines follow:
1) TEIP Proposal Form and 3 Essays
2) TEIP Sponsor Information Form
3) TEIP Syllabus