National Migrant Scholars Internship (NMSI) Initiative

The National Migrant Scholars Internship Initiative is designed to identify and recruit College Assistance Migrant Program students from across the nation, in finding experiential learning opportunities that will prepare them for future careers.

Benefits and Resources

The NMSI Initiative is sponsored by CoBANK, National HEP/CAMP Association, Michigan State University and operated by Migrant Student Services at Michigan State University.

If you have any questions regarding the application process please email Salvador Chávez - Associate Director of NMSI, at chavezs1@msu.edu and/or call him at 517-432-4476.

Goals for NMSI

Develop professional and future career skills.
Build a network that can lead to future employment opportunities.
Gain critical work experience & transferable skills.
Create a professional resume and cover letter.
Gain interview preparation and experience.

Participant Benefits

Resources may include but are not limited to:

Financial compensation
Housing assistance
Relocation assistance
Professional attire or uniform (if required).

Partnering Employer Benefits

Access to a diverse pool of candidates.
Identify, train and cultivate interns with strong work ethics and uniquely valuable skill sets.
Financial support to offset intern wages

Participant Partnership Requirements

Submit completed NMSI initiative application (student)
Complete a Contract with NMSI/MSU (employer)
Approve a financial agreement (employer)
Complete interim evaluations (student and employer)