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Date: | Tue, 9 Apr 1996 11:51:05 -0400 |
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Dear Jeanne,
I am a Museum Studies and Art History graduate student at Syracuse
University. As a part of my education, I am required to have a summer
internship. I do not come from a wealthy family who can afford to
support me over the summer, therefore I too am wondering how I am going
to devote my time and hard work over the summer and not be paid. I did
look into some paid internships, but those are highly competitive and
receive hundreds of applicants.
I truly believe that your points are valid. I know some students in my
class whose family is willing to offer financial aid, as a result, they
are able to obtain unpaid, high profile internships. Yes, it is elitist
and is financial discrimination. In a profession that is suffering
drastically from cutbacks, I am wondering if I will ever be able to make
a living.
As a temporary solution to my problem, I decided to take my internship
for independent study credit in both Museum Studies and Art History so I
can take out yet another student loan and have some money to live by.
Another option is finding a part-time job and working 60+ hours a week in
order to learn and survive. Thanks for addressing the issue!
Jennifer Warner
Syracuse, NY
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