Resources for Past GPSI Interns

SURS/SERS Credit

Visit the UIS Human Resources page for the State Universities Retirement System. You can also refer to the State Employees' Retirement System website for helpful information.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Student loan borrowers who work for a public service employer may have their student loan debt reduced or forgiven after 10 years of qualifying service and payments. Visit the Federal Student Aid website to learn about the program.

Employment Verification

When applying for jobs, potential employers may want to verify prior employment including your GPSI internship. Please contact the Campus HR Office by email or call 217-206-6652 to obtain this information.

Skills Letter

We suggest reaching out to your placement agency and supervisor to obtain a letter describing the skills developed and utilized in your GPSI placement.

Tell Us How You're Doing!

The GPSI Team would love to hear from you, so drop us a line! We always enjoy hearing from former interns about their GPSI experience and what they are up to after their time at UIS.

Donate to GPSI

If you'd like to make a gift to the GPSI program, please contact us for information!

Get Involved

If you'd like to share your GPSI experience with potential future interns, please reach out to us! Hearing directly from past interns can encourage the next generation of GPSI applicants.