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2 WEEKS LEFT - Apply for a Paid Public Service Mentorship Program this Spring!

Open to UMBC Freshmen and Sophomores!

Are you interested in exploring policy or nonprofit career paths, but not sure where to start? The Maryland Public Service Scholars Step Into Service program offers a paid pathway to explore and develop essential skills!

Participants will receive: 

  • One-on-one mentorship from a public service professional throughout the spring semester
  • A community partner organization placement to serve for 2 hours/week (*partnership with Community Engaged Learning!)
  • Professional development seminars in a cohort of their peers 
  • A $500 stipend upon completion of program requirements 

Program Timeline:

  • Applications are open from Oct 7 - November 20, 2026.
  • The program will run from February 11 - April 30, 2027, with a week off for Spring Break.

Reach out to publicservicescholars@umbc.edu with any questions, view the flyer below for more information, and 

APPLY TODAY!

Posted: November 6, 2026, 2:49 PM

Large text says: Step into Service Spring Program!, with the logo for the Maryland Public Service Scholars Program.
Below, explainer text adds: Paid mentorship and community engagement for freshmen and sophomores interested in exploring public service work.
Below, highlighted in a yellow box, it says: APPLICATIONS DUE NOVEMBER 20.