Experiential Learning Opportunity Application

2026 Application

Spring Conference, Sacramento

June 1-3, 2026

Application deadline: May 4, 2026

Fall Conference, Palm Springs
November 2-4, 2026
Application deadline: October 5, 2026

NOTE: This opportunity includes a full 3-day conference registration, plus up to two meals/day and a $300 travel stipend. It is intended for individuals just starting their careers, with an interest in exploring senior living. Individuals already working in senior living are not eligible for this opportunity. Applicants must be:

Enrolled in a course of study, a recent graduate, or a military veteran.
Available to attend the entire three-day event.
Authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis.

A resume or detailed LinkedIn profile along with a letter of recommendation are required and must be uploaded as part of this application.

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* 1. Select one of the following:

Spring Conference, Sacramento

Fall Conference, Palm Springs

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* 2. Contact Information:

Name

Phone

School/University

Major or Graduate Program

Anticipated Graduation Date

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* 3. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Yes

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* 4. Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?

Yes

Please provide additional clarification for your answer:

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* 5. In one paragraph, tell us a little about yourself, including area(s) of interest and past experience.

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* 6. Please rank the areas of focus below by degree of interest, with 1 being of highest interest:

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Resident/Dementia Care Coordination	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 1	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 2	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 3	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 4	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 5	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 6	Resident/Dementia Care Coordination 7
Sales/Marketing/Community Relations	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 1	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 2	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 3	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 4	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 5	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 6	Sales/Marketing/Community Relations 7
Activities/Resident Engagement	Activities/Resident Engagement 1	Activities/Resident Engagement 2	Activities/Resident Engagement 3	Activities/Resident Engagement 4	Activities/Resident Engagement 5	Activities/Resident Engagement 6	Activities/Resident Engagement 7
Culinary/Dining	Culinary/Dining 1	Culinary/Dining 2	Culinary/Dining 3	Culinary/Dining 4	Culinary/Dining 5	Culinary/Dining 6	Culinary/Dining 7
Facilities/Plant Operations	Facilities/Plant Operations 1	Facilities/Plant Operations 2	Facilities/Plant Operations 3	Facilities/Plant Operations 4	Facilities/Plant Operations 5	Facilities/Plant Operations 6	Facilities/Plant Operations 7
Business Administration	Business Administration 1	Business Administration 2	Business Administration 3	Business Administration 4	Business Administration 5	Business Administration 6	Business Administration 7
Executive Director/General Manager	Executive Director/General Manager 1	Executive Director/General Manager 2	Executive Director/General Manager 3	Executive Director/General Manager 4	Executive Director/General Manager 5	Executive Director/General Manager 6	Executive Director/General Manager 7

Other (please specify)

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* 7. How did you hear about the scholarship opportunity?

Contact from my school/university

Friend or classmate

Social media post

Handshake announcement

Other (please specify)