2022 NBPA FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION NOW OPEN<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Founded in 1983, the NBPA is the only organization dedicated to the hiring, retention and promotion of Black prosecutors. Since 2016, the NBPA Foundation has provided five scholarships to Black students that demonstrate an interest in prosecution. In 2021, the NBPA Foundation launched a fellowship program, providing funding and mentorship to two students who will be interning at state prosecutors\u2019 offices. \u201cThe fellowship provides funding to students who would otherwise be unpaid interns. For many students of color, unpaid work is not an option \u2013 which can deny them the opportunity to explore a career in prosecution and receive valuable experience,\u201d says NBPA Foundation President Melba Pearson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deadline to Apply: <\/strong>April 15, 2022<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who?<\/strong> Black law students entering their 3L year of law school with a demonstrated interest in criminal prosecution<\/p>\n\n\n\n What? <\/strong>The program will provide placement and financial assistance in the amount of $5000 to a law student interested in participating in a non-paid summer internship at a prosecutor’s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n