Summer Intern Program

The AKC Summer Intern Program runs for 8 consecutive weeks during the months of June and July. Students will be selected for paid internships at either the New York headquarters or the Raleigh facility.

The program was created to nurture the professional development of those with a background and interest in the sport while also offering the participants a meaningful and challenging work assignment that complements their academic training and career goals.

"Recruiting and retaining employees with experience in the dog fancy is crucial to the AKC’s future," said Ron Menaker, AKC Chairman. "The intern program will help us access the best and the brightest individuals and groom them for careers at the AKC."

The requirements for applicants are:

• At least 18 years old and enrolled in an accredited four year or two year college.
• Applicants must have completed their first year of college before beginning the internship.
• Competitive grade point average.
• Involvement or profound interest in the fancy.

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Project Descriptions
• Why I liked my Internship

Our application package requires the following:

• AKC Application for the Summer Internship Program
• Print and complete the application, typed or hand written are both acceptable
• Cover Letter – please include your interest in the sport of purebred dogs and your thoughts on future employment with the AKC
• Your Resume
• Copy of your academic transcript

Applications will be accepted through February 27, 2009.

Applicants should mail the completed package to:

The American Kennel Club
The Intern Program
PO Box 900060
Raleigh, NC 27675-9060