Chinese Youth Initiative Summer Internship

Chinese Youth Initiative’s 13th Annual Summer internship Program is an exciting leadership opportunity for high school-aged youth who are interested in learning more about Boston’s Chinatown and ways in which young people can become effective community leaders. CYI is a program sponsored by the Chinese Progressive Association. Through workshops, discussions, and community activities, the CYI program aims to educate youth on issues facing the Chinese community (vis à vis Boston Chinatown) and Chinese/ Asian Americans in today’s society. Furthermore, CYI interns gain valuable experience in grassroots community organizing by designing their own project, developing their leadership skills, and building relationships with their peers. Through community involvement, CYI interns also find numerous opportunities to explore their own individual and collective identities as well, making them stronger leaders for society. After the 7-week summer internship program ends, participants are encouraged to continue their involvement with CYI in a year-around program, in which youth can build on their summer experience and continue to grow as leaders through year-around workshops and discussions, and involvement in community organizing campaigns. Summer interns receive a stipend.

Application forms are available at: www.cpaboston.org/cyi.html. For info, contact Lawrence Joe, Youth Coordinator, at (617) 357-4499 or lawrence@cpaboston.org. Applications must be postmarked by Fri May 12th.