CASIC 2009
California Asian American Student Internship Coalition Leadership Academy

Since its inception in 1991, the California Asian American Student Internship Coalition* (CASIC) has prepared elite student leaders to be in the forefront of California’s legislative arena. This program is especially dedicated to developing leadership skills for college students who are interested in exploring a career in public office, public service or community advocacy, which includes becoming an elected or appointed official. All college students with an interest in Asian Pacific American (APA) affairs may also apply.
This eight-week leadership academy will develop:

• Political awareness and civic engagement
• Understanding of the legislative process
• Insight on issues related to the APA community
• Professional and leadership qualities
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Interview and social etiquette
• Organizational and cooperative working skills

As part of this intensive eight-week leadership academy, CASIC interns will:

• Receive internship placement in the offices of elected officials. 
  This opportunity affords interns a unique hands-on experience in the legislative process, policy knowledge and constituent outreach. 

• Gain access to and insight from civic leaders through leadership workshops and seminars.
  Interns receive leadership training from elected officials and community leaders; meet and learn from Assemblymembers and Senators in Sacramento, and get a first-hand, inside perspective of how the government functions.

• Participate in local APA community events. 
  Interns act as liaisons between community and government, and gain a deeper understanding of the issues that affect their communities, and the APA community. 

How CASIC Interns Are Selected

  Click here to download the application form

Thank you to Southwest Airlines, the exclusive and official airline of CASIC, for their support of CAUSE programming.