To apply, you will be expected to:

• Answer questions related to your secured internship
• Upload an offer letter or other correspondence (copy of email communication will suffice) of internship offer from your internship site
• Upload an official or unofficial transcript that lists your cumulative GPA
• Upload a 1-2 page essay (1inch margins, 12 pt font, double-spaced) that answers the question, “How do you believe the successful completion of this internship will contribute to your future career and/or academic goals?”

Application Timeline

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Those who are selected for this program will be required to complete the following:

• Attend 1 Scorpion Intern Funding Program orientation. Dates to be announced.
• Complete a Learning Outcome survey at the beginning and end of semester
• Complete Internship Evaluations of the internship site and experience at middle and end of semester
  * Please note, if you also receive academic credit for your internship, some internship faculty require their own evaluations as well.
• Instruct your Internship Supervisor to complete Internship Evaluations of you as a student intern at middle and end of semester
• Submit 1 photo of yourself at your internship site (or another professional photo if internship is virtual)
• Submit an updated resume at the end of the semester that includes your Spring 2022 internship experience

Failure to complete any one or more of the expectations outlined above could result in revocation of funds.

More information regarding the above items will be explained at the aforementioned program orientation sessions.

Both DACAmented and Undocumented students are eligible to apply for this funding, regardless of their DACA and/or work authorization status.

The funds from this program will be taxable, therefore, in order to receive funds, students will need a valid social security number (SSN) or valid individual tax identification number (ITIN). If you are ineligible or unable to obtain a SSN, you may be eligible to obtain an ITIN. See more details about ITINs below.

What is an ITIN?

An ITIN is used for federal income tax processing and reporting purposes only. ITINs are not valid identification outside the federal tax system. ITINs do not change your immigration status or your authorization to work in the United States.

Who can apply for an ITIN?

Individuals who identify with one the following categories may file for an ITIN:

• Does not have a SSN and are not eligible to obtain one
• Nonresident alien who is required to file a U.S. tax return
• U.S. resident alien who is (based on days present in the United States) filing a U.S. tax return.
• Dependent or spouse of a U.S. citizen/resident alien.
• Dependent or spouse of a nonresident alien visa holder.

If you have obtained a valid SSN through DACA or other immigration paths, you cannot apply for an ITIN and must use your SSN. Regardless of the possible termination of DACA, the assigned SSN will remain your SSN even if the individual’s work authorization terminates.

Confidentiality with ITINs

ITIN information is partially protected by Internal Revenue Code § 6103, which generally prohibits the IRS from disclosing taxpayer information, including to other federal agencies.12 However, there are important exceptions that you should be aware of. In general, the IRS is required to disclose taxpayer information to state agencies responsible for tax administration, to law enforcement agencies for investigation and prosecution of nontax criminal laws, or to powers of attorney and other designees.

It is important to know that for the most part, under current law, information on the ITIN is protected from being shared with other federal agencies, including immigration agencies. The IRS, historically, has been very invested in maintaining the confidentiality of its information, since the IRS does not want to see the inevitable reduction in tax revenue that would result if the confidentiality protections were weakened.

At any point, no one can predict what administration may try to do. Therefore, undocumented immigrants should know that
there is some risk associated with applying and filing for a ITIN.

How to apply or renew an ITIN

You may already have an ITIN if your parents ever filed incomes taxes and claimed you as a dependent. You can find out if you have an ITIN in your parents’ tax forms.

If you have an ITIN, make sure to find out if it has expired. If it has, you will need to renew it. Find information on ITIN expiration and renewal here: IRS.

If you do not have an ITIN, you can learn how to obtain one here: ITIN Guide or Independent Contractor Forms video from Immigrants Rising.

Questions

For questions regarding the application or renewal of an ITIN, please contact the Manager for Undocumented Programs in CEDI at Mariana.Sarmiento@nevadastate.edu.

What are the benefits of this funding program?

Participating in an internship provides hands-on experience in a field of interest and allows you to apply your skills in a professional environment. Internships also help you expand your professional network and build your resume.

If selected to for this program, in addition to the benefits above, you also receive $1,500 in compensation that can be used to offset any costs associated with participating in an unpaid internship.

Is this considered a scholarship?

No, this funding is not considered a scholarship. Students who are selected for this funding will receive the money as a direct deposit or a check. This money can be put towards tuition and fees or can be used for personal expenses such as groceries, rent, etc. 

Can I receive academic credit for my internship in addition to this funding?

Yes! If your academic program/college provides an internship course, you are welcome to enroll in it for academic credit. To receive academic credit for an internship, you must consult with the appropriate faculty member who oversees an internship course to receive permission to enroll.

*** Please note that if you are also intending to receive academic credit for this internship experience, you will still be expected to complete the required number of hours for your internship course.

For example, if a student intends to enroll in CRJ 491, that course requires 140 hours at an internship site. If a student receives this scholarship and also enrolls in CRJ 491, they would still need to complete 140 hours per the course curriculum.

If I don’t have an internship yet, where can I find intership opportunities?

Handshake

Handshake is NSC’s online job and internship board, run by the Career Services Center. Many on and off-campus employers in the area and across the country utilize Handshake to post opportunities for students. All NSC students and recent alumni already have a Handshake account. To log into Handshake:

• Visit handshake.nevadastate.edu and click on the blue NS Login button.
• Enter your NSHE ID# and NS password.
• Click on the “Jobs” tab and then filter for internships.
• Trouble logging in? Email career@nevadastate.edu.

Attend Career Services Center Events

Attending career-related events with professional guest speakers and employers is a great way to learn about internship opportunities and network with professionals.

Schedule a 1:1 Appointment with a Career Advisor

Additional Ways to Search for Internships

• Ask friends and/or family if they know of any companies that are offering internships.
• Ask faculty if they know of any internship opportunities.
• Attend local career fairs, employer recruiting events, and networking events.
• Use online sites to network and search for opportunities such as LinkedIn or Internships.com.
• Expand your network and connect with professionals in your areas of interest to seek advice.

Application Timeline

Fall 2023 Semester (August – December 2023)

Application Deadline: September 9th

Decision Notice to Students (Accept or Deny): September 14th – 15th

Program Deadlines for Accepted Students

Mid-Semester Check In: October 2023 (email or meeting date TBD)

End of Semester Check In: December 2023 (email or meeting date TBD)

*Hour Completion Deadline: December 31st

*Students who are accepted for funding for Fall 2023 must complete their internship hours between August 1 – December 31, 2023 in order to receive the full funding amount based on anticipated # of hours worked at time of application. For example, if a student applied and said they were completed 100 hours ($2,000) at their internship and only completed 50 by the December 31 deadline, they would not receive the full $2,000.

Before Applying please read:

• Students do not need DACA to apply for this funding, but do need a valid SSN or ITIN in order to receive payment.
• Students must be a Nevada State TD.US scholar to apply for funding.
• Income earned through projects should be reported on your tax return as self-employment income.  If you earn more than $600 from projects during the year, Parker Dewey will send you a 1099 to report on your tax return. You should receive the 1099 by March each year.  The IRS has additional guidance for managing taxes for your gig work. Please note that this resource is not professional advice. If you have any questions about your taxes or your deductions, consider hiring an accountant or ask a tax professional.
• The funds from this program will not be applied directly to your student account. They will be payed out as a direct deposit to a bank account of your choosing or sent as a check so that you can spend the funds however you choose.
• Funds are not guaranteed. All applications will be reviewed prior to decisions being sent out.

Application Process:

Please read all information below in its entirety to ensure you complete all the application components. The application will close without warning once the maximum number of eligible applications have been received.

1. Go to the TD.US Parker Dewey webpage.

2. Log in to the Parker Dewey platform.

If you haven’t used Parker Dewey before, you will need to create an account.

• • • When creating your account, you can use any email to set it up (does not have to be your student email).
    • Make sure when you are creating the profile to add TheDream.US affiliation when you are prompted. The option for TheDream.US should pop up when typed in the Affiliation search bar.

If you do already have an account, make sure you have selected TheDream.US as an affiliation on your profile.

• • • • To check or add this affiliation, once logged in, click on your name/profile icon in the top right corner and select Profile button from the dropdown menu.
      • Scroll down on the first page that opens up to the Affiliation section at the bottom.
      • Type in TheDream.US and select it when it pops up.
      • You should see TheDream.US box listed under your Affiliation section.

3. In Parker Dewey, scroll until you see TheDream.US Internship Funding Application – Nevada State University

4. Click on the Details button

5. Scroll down until you see the button that says APPLY FOR THS PROJECT

6. You will be required to answer about 15 questions related to your secured unpaid internship and why you should be selected for this opportunity. ** Make sure to carefully read ALL questions. One question will require you to upload written communication from the host organization offering you the internship to your profile (i.e. an offer letter or screenshot on a PDF of an acceptance email).

7. Make sure to click submit! You will be contacted directly regarding whether you were selected or not for this program.

Those who are selected for this program will be required to complete the following:

• Attend 1 Scorpion Intern Funding Program orientation. Dates to be announced.
• Complete a Learning Outcome survey at the beginning and end of semester
• Complete Internship Evaluations of the internship site and experience at middle and end of semester
  * Please note, if you also receive academic credit for your internship, some internship faculty require their own evaluations as well.
• Instruct your Internship Supervisor to complete Internship Evaluations of you as a student intern at middle and end of semester
• Submit 1 photo of yourself at your internship site (or another professional photo if internship is virtual)
• Submit an updated resume at the end of the semester that includes your Spring 2022 internship experience

Failure to complete any one or more of the expectations outlined above could result in revocation of funds.

More information regarding the above items will be explained at the aforementioned program orientation sessions.

Both DACAmented and Undocumented students are eligible to apply for this funding, regardless of their DACA and/or work authorization status.

The funds from this program will be taxable, therefore, in order to receive funds, students will need a valid social security number (SSN) or valid individual tax identification number (ITIN). If you are ineligible or unable to obtain a SSN, you may be eligible to obtain an ITIN. See more details about ITINs below.

What is an ITIN?

An ITIN is used for federal income tax processing and reporting purposes only. ITINs are not valid identification outside the federal tax system. ITINs do not change your immigration status or your authorization to work in the United States.

Who can apply for an ITIN?

Individuals who identify with one the following categories may file for an ITIN:

• Does not have a SSN and are not eligible to obtain one
• Nonresident alien who is required to file a U.S. tax return
• U.S. resident alien who is (based on days present in the United States) filing a U.S. tax return.
• Dependent or spouse of a U.S. citizen/resident alien.
• Dependent or spouse of a nonresident alien visa holder.

If you have obtained a valid SSN through DACA or other immigration paths, you cannot apply for an ITIN and must use your SSN. Regardless of the possible termination of DACA, the assigned SSN will remain your SSN even if the individual’s work authorization terminates.

Confidentiality with ITINs

ITIN information is partially protected by Internal Revenue Code § 6103, which generally prohibits the IRS from disclosing taxpayer information, including to other federal agencies.12 However, there are important exceptions that you should be aware of. In general, the IRS is required to disclose taxpayer information to state agencies responsible for tax administration, to law enforcement agencies for investigation and prosecution of nontax criminal laws, or to powers of attorney and other designees.

It is important to know that for the most part, under current law, information on the ITIN is protected from being shared with other federal agencies, including immigration agencies. The IRS, historically, has been very invested in maintaining the confidentiality of its information, since the IRS does not want to see the inevitable reduction in tax revenue that would result if the confidentiality protections were weakened.

At any point, no one can predict what administration may try to do. Therefore, undocumented immigrants should know that
there is some risk associated with applying and filing for a ITIN.

How to apply or renew an ITIN

You may already have an ITIN if your parents ever filed incomes taxes and claimed you as a dependent. You can find out if you have an ITIN in your parents’ tax forms.

If you have an ITIN, make sure to find out if it has expired. If it has, you will need to renew it. Find information on ITIN expiration and renewal here: IRS.

If you do not have an ITIN, you can learn how to obtain one here: ITIN Guide or Independent Contractor Forms video from Immigrants Rising.

Questions

For questions regarding the application or renewal of an ITIN, please contact the Manager for Undocumented Programs in CEDI at Mariana.Sarmiento@nevadastate.edu.

Is there a limit to the funding?

Yes. funding in total is limited to $8,000 per student for the entirety of their time as a TD.US scholar.

For example, a student is selected for Spring 2023 and receives $4,000 towards their 200 hour internship. They find another internship and apply for funding for Summer 2023 and get accepted and receive another $4,000 towards another 200 hour internship. In this example the student has reached their $8,000 limit and would no longer be eligible for internship funding through this program.

Can I apply to the funding more than once?

It depends! If a student applies for funding and their application is denied, they can re-apply for funding another semester if they choose to do so. However, funding is only given during the semester in which students are completing the internship – funds will NOT be given out retroactively.