• In terms of contact - it works two ways: Host Sites will contact candidates if they are interested, and candidates are encouraged to contact those Host Sites that they are interested in. It is up to the Host Sites to review the applications, check references, and to contact candidates for interviews.
• The most appropriate form of contact would be a short e-mail expressing a candidate's particular interest. Telephone contact or a fax should be a secondary method with the last resort being U.S. mail.
• IMPORTANT: Host Sites already have access to the candidates' applications and resumes. DO NOT fax or mail additional items unless specifically requested to do so.
  

To current undergraduate students:
While some Host Sites offer positions to undergraduates and /or have no preference, a good number are initially geared for graduate students. Nonetheless, if candidates are interested in a Host Site that is looking for a graduate student, it is recommended that in addition to making contact, that they include a letter of support from a mentor or someone at their housing institution that can speak to their abilities.

How are interviews conducted?
Interviews are done primarily as phone interviews. These phone interviews are done as either a conference call or as a one-on-one phone interview. Candidates that have never done a phone interview before, should speak with a supervisor or mentor about this.

How are the offers made?
Please refer to the information indicated under "The Offer Process." If selected as an intern, please complete the intern confirmation form listed in the "Important Documents" section and return it to confirm placement. Please note that the internship selection process will continue until all of the positions are filled.

Travel stipend?
If selected as an intern, candidates have the opportunity to apply for a travel stipend from the Housing Internship Committee.

Is there an intern list-serv?
An ACUHO-I Summer Intern list-serv will be in place before the start of the summer to allow the interns the opportunity to interact and to share their respective experiences. Interns will receive more information about this opportunity after offers have been made.

Can I evaluate the process and my experience?
The process is evaluated at the end of the summer via an online survey. We depend on feedback to help make this process better.

What if I wanted to withdraw from the process?
Every year, we have candidates that decide to withdraw from the process due to a number of different reasons. Candidates can withdraw at any time. All they need to do is contact the committee about the decision to withdraw. This will ensure that candidates don't continue to receive reminder e-mails.

I just accepted a position, but something has come up and I won't be able to participate in the program.
In this situation, candidates need to contact their Host Site Coordinator and explain the situation. Host Site Coordinators will understand. However, please understand that accepting a position is a commitment. Please do not take this decision lightly.

The committee hopes that you will find a suitable Host Site for your internship. Take this opportunity to think beyond your comfort level and consider any of the internship openings.

Any questions about the Housing Internship Program can be directed here or by calling the ACUHO-I Central Office at 614.292.0099.