Dwight Hall Summer Fellows


Introduction:
More than ever, Dwight Hall at Yale is creating pathways to careers in the social sector and a lifetime commitment to social justice. For over 55 years, Dwight Hall Summer Fellows has been the marquee program that gives students the space and resources required to fully develop relationships with community partners and execute a socially good project, internship, or research proposal.

After several successful expansions, Dwight Hall Summer Fellows is launching a new application, funding, and support structure to maximize the number of Yale Students Supports.

Our Mission:
Since 1968, the Dwight Hall Summer Fellows has offered the unique opportunity for students to dedicate themselves to creating social change. Designed for community-engaged students who need the time and resources to enact a socially good idea, students are employed full-time, usually eight weeks.

DeadlineDescriptionApplication LinkResources Offered
February 28th, 2024Full funding to projects in New Haven or in students’ home communities.ClosedFull funding, mentorship, office space, cars, copier, etc. as needed.
February 28th, 2024Full funding to students that receive financial aid but are not eligible to receive the Summer Experience Award. Priority for graduating seniors.ClosedFull funding, mentorship, office space, cars, copier, etc. as needed.
May 15th, 2024Partial funding to students that are not fully funded by other sources of funding.Link HerePartial funding, access to mentorship, access to transactional resources as needed.
May 15th, 2024Partial funding to students that are working part-time on social justice projects.Link HerePartial funding, access to mentorship, access to transactional resources as needed.
June 1st, 2024Participation in cohort-wide events, workshops, and networking opportunities.RollingAccess to mentorship and career development resources.

We have prepared a guidance page for applicants that will detail:

  • Acceptable forms of Summer Activity

  • Deadlines

  • Application Questions

  • Letter of Support Example

  • Section Rubric

The guidance page can be found at the Guidance for Summer Fellow Applicants Page Here.

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Our Mission:

Since 1968, the Dwight Hall Summer Fellows has offered the unique opportunity for students to dedicate themselves to creating social change. Designed for community-engaged students who need the time and resources to enact a socially good idea, students are employed full-time, usually eight weeks.



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