Barack Obama actually said...

"The Recent Graduates Program shall provide individuals who have recently graduated ... with developmental experiences in the Federal Government intended to promote possible careers in the civil servic..."

"Further, exposing students and recent graduates to Federal jobs through internships and similar programs attracts them to careers in the Federal Government."

"The Federal Government benefits from a diverse workforce that includes students and recent graduates."

"The Internship Program shall provide students ... with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school."