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The 2025 JIOP program has closed. Information on the 2026 JIOP program will be available this fall.

JIOP Tips and Advice

  1. Top 10 Tips for Succeeding in Your JIOP Interview (Sound Advice podcast)
    By Aaron Clay
    National Alumni Chair Aaron Clay outlines some best practices for potential JIOP interns before interviewing with judges to be admitted into the program. (8:23 min)
  2. Tips for Acing Your Interview
    Edited by Cindy Tsai
    Everything you need to know to conquer the stress-inducing rite of passage: the dreaded interview!  
  3. Tips for a Successful JIOP Applicant
    By Cristian Lopez
    A program alum offers advice on how students should prepare and apply for our internship program.

Contact Information

Questions about the program can be directed to the Program Director, Gail Howard, at [email protected] or 312-988-6348.