Frequently Asked Questions

We know that you have questions! For this reason, we created a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) section to help answer some of the most common that we receive. We hope this helps!

1. What is HACU and HNIP?
2. Can I apply to the program if my institution is not a HACU member? 
3. I am not Hispanic, can I still participate in the program? 
4. Who pays for my travel expenses? 
5. Does HACU pay for my housing? 
6. If I have family or friends in the area of my internship, can I live with them instead? 
7. Can I start my internship before the official start date or leave before the program ends? 
8. Do I have to attend orientation if I have already interned with HNIP? 
9. Can I participate in the spring session if I am graduating in December? 
10. When I applied for the summer session, I was a junior. Now that the school year is over, my school considers me a senior. Will I be paid as a junior or senior during my internship? 
11. I will be graduating this May and I plan on attending graduate school this fall. Will I be paid as a graduate student this summer? 
12. I am a summer intern who will also be participating in the fall program. Will my pay rate increase? 
13. I have already graduated with my degree (associates, bachelors, masters, etc.) and have been accepted for another degree program. Can I participate if I have been accepted but not yet enrolled? 
14. If there are organizations that I would prefer to work with, should I mention it in my essay? 
15. Can I choose the location of my internship? 
16. Are there other options outside of HACU-arranged housing available in DC?
17. Where do I send my enrollment verification and transcripts?
18. I already submitted my application, but I want to upload a new version of my resume.