We are incredibly proud of our students, who are applying their classroom learning to improve the lives of Marylanders every day. The NextGen program represents a powerful investment in the future of Maryland's public sector workforce.
The Schaefer Center for Public Policy at The University of Baltimore has announced a major milestone for its NextGen Leaders for Public Service internship program: NextGen Leaders have collectively provided more than 100,000 hours of service to state and local government, as well as nonprofit organizations across Maryland, since the program's inception in fall 2022.
NextGen interns have contributed a total of 103,207 public service hours across 631 internship placements, the Schaefer Center says. These placements include 240 with nonprofits, 231 with state agencies, 129 with county agencies, and 19 with municipal agencies. The achievement of this number of public service hours and counting showcases the program's impact on both the community and the development of future public sector leaders.
"We are incredibly proud of our students, who are applying their classroom learning to improve the lives of Marylanders every day," said Dr. Ann Cotten, executive director of the Schaefer Center. "The NextGen program represents a powerful investment in the future of Maryland's public sector workforce, preparing talented, motivated professionals to meet the challenges of tomorrow."
The NextGen Leaders program is a member of the Volcker Alliance NextGen Service Corps initiative and is designed to inspire and prepare UBalt students from all majors to explore and pursue careers in public service. The program is unique in its approach, offering many opportunities including paid internship experiences that provide essential, professional experience across a diverse range of host sites, including Maryland state, local, and municipal government, Maryland nonprofits, and Baltimore Community Development organizations. Co-curricular activities that engage students in hands-on learning outside the classroom and academic programs that offer courses and credentials to support students' interests in the government and nonprofit sectors.
Learn more about the NextGen Leaders for Public Service Internship Program.
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The Volcker Alliance NextGen Service Corps, part of the Volcker Alliance, is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing effective public service. The NextGen Service Corps initiative is focused on attracting and retaining talented young people in public service careers.