Current Internship Postings
This page contains all current internship openings that have been submitted to the Political Science Department. This list is updated at least once a week, and often several times a week, so check it frequently for new postings. If one of the internships interests you, follow the instructions for applying for that internship. Typically you will apply directly to the organization that is offering the internship. If you are selected for that internship, and you would like to receive academic credit for it, then contact our internship director Paul Soper to sign up for POL 3080, our internship course.
Can't find what you're looking for here? Download the Internship & Volunteer Opportunities brochure with 100+ suggestions for finding internships for political campaigns, disaster relief, the environment, global issues, government agencies, human rights, immigrant issues, legal field, local government, lobbying, political research, race and gender, social issues, and the U.S. Congress.
To organizations wishing to post internship announcements on our website: please send your internship announcement to r-misk@umn.edu, and we will post them on this page as soon as possible, and e-mail them to all political science majors. We have found that this is the best way to disseminate information to our students, and to maximize the number of applicants for each internship posting. It is always best to submit your announcements one or more weeks in advance of the next semester, so that students can plan their academic schedules with the internship in mind. This also helps to increase the pool of applicants for your internship position. Your announcement should give a brief description of the duties involved, any required skills the student should have, and instructions for how to apply. If your organization has a website, it is helpful to include a link to that page. If you have any questions about posting your internship announcement, please feel free to contact Paul Soper at psoper@umn.edu.
If you accept an unpaid internship, make sure you apply for the CLA Undergraduate Internship Grant. Internships are a great way to enhance your academic experience. The CLA Undergraduate Internship Grant Program is designed to provide some financial assistance to students participating in unpaid internships. See the Career and Community Learning Center's web site for details.
-
Minnesota International Center Internships. Posted November 20.
Gain valuable international experience in Minnesota.
The International Center is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization whose mission is to inspire our community to understand global issues and cultures in an ever changing world. We are looking for bright individuals with interests in international relations, international education, world affairs, non-profit management, or fundraising to participate in our internship program. Internships are 10 hours per week and all are unpaid. We accept applications year round for the following terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Spring (mid-Jan-May), and Summer (mid-May-Aug). to Apply: Visit our website, www.micglobe.org. Click on “Get Involved” and then on “Internships.” Complete the online application and attach your cover letter and resume.
Minnesota International Center, 711 East River road, Minneapolis, MN 55455, (612) 625-4421, mic@umn.edu.
-
American Solutions for Winning the Future. Posted November 18.
Newt Gingrich and American Solutions are seeking interns for Spring 2010!
Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich founded American Solutions in 2007 to educate, engage and activate citizens on a tri-partisan basis, to keep America the safest, freest and most prosperous country in the world.
An internship with American Solutions allows students to gain valuable experience working with one of the top political organizations, run by one of the most respected conservative voices in the country.
Prospective interns should be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and will be expected to assist American Solutions staff in the following ways:
*Writing blog posts for AmericanSolutions.com
*Assisting staff members with policy campaigns (research, outreach, etc...)
*Performing daily administrative tasks
*Contributing to the planning and execution of events and conferences hosted by American Solutions
*Supporting staff members with special projects as they arise
Interns will also have the opportunity to attend events with Newt Gingrich such as press conferences and fundraisers.
If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for politics and promoting real change by developing real solutions then we want to hear from you!
If you’re excited by this opportunity please send a cover letter, resume, writing sample and 2 letters of recommendation to Whitney Smith at wsmith@americansolutions.com.
-
R.T. Rybak for Governor. Posted November 16.
Dear Students,
The R.T. Rybak for Governor campaign is seeking highly motivated, responsible, enthusiastic individuals to work on his 2010 Race for Governor.
If you like being a part of a team and working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. An internship on the R.T. Rybak for Governor campaign will provide unique experiences to students as they prepare for their future careers.
Interns will have opportunities to gain experience in all aspects of the campaign. All interns will be asked to work a minimum of 20 hours a week. In addition to work in the headquarters, there will be opportunities to do work in the community on evenings and weekends, which can count toward weekly hours.
We will work with you so that you can earn credit towards graduation where those options are available. This is a non-paid internship.
For those who are interested in applying for these internships or for more information, please call (612) 414-6899 or send an email with a cover letter and resume attached to Mary Breitenstein or maryb@rtrybak.com. Please put "Internship" in the subject line. Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you soon.
-
Senator Amy Klobuchar, Internship Program in Washington, D.C. Posted November 6.
The Washington office of Senator Amy Klobuchar is currently accepting internship applications for the 2010 spring semester. An internship with the Senator’s office is a terrific chance for students to see, and gain experience in, the United States legislative process.
In your first several days you can expect to become familiar with the staff, the office, and Capitol Hill. You will receive training from the Congressional Research Service (CRS), learn how to use the Library of Congress to research policy issues, and attend professional development workshops. If you want to get to know Washington, DC better, our office is glad to arrange visits to other government buildings, monuments, and museums.
Interns will support the legislative and professional staff by conducting policy research to be used for floor speeches, committee hearings, and other legislative materials. Interns will also be asked to do a variety of administrative tasks, including tours of the U.S. Capitol for visitors from Minnesota.
The spring internship runs from January through May and is available both part time and full time. If you will be attending classes while you are here we ask that you note that on your internship application, as well as what days and times you are available to work. We are happy to coordinate with educational institutions and students to develop internships for academic credit.
Materials required for consideration:
* Cover letter
* Resume
* Short writing sample
* Two letters of recommendation
* Application (available at http://www.klobuchar.senate.gov/internships.cfm) and attached to this email.
If you would like to be considered for this program, please send your application materials by mail, email, or fax to:
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar
c/o Internship Coordinator
302 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: 202-224-3244
Fax: 202-228-2186
email: Greg_bohrer@klobuchar.senate.gov.
The deadline for Spring 2010 application materials is November 15th, 2009. Due to security measures it may take mail through the postal system up to 2 weeks to reach our DC office. We recommend using the email address above to submit your application materials to ensure your application arrives in time. Please note that while we will accept applications from non-Minnesotans, our office gives priority to applicants with Minnesota ties.
If you have any questions, please contact me at the email address listed above or the number listed below.
Sincerely,
Greg Bohrer
Intern Coordinator
Office of Senator Amy Klobuchar
302 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
202-224-3244
-
Korean Economic Institute. Posted November 6.
KEI is looking for undergraduate or graduate students with a background in political science and/or economics, as well as an interest in Asia-Pacific issues, especially Korea, for its internship program.
We offer competitive candidates a unique internship opportunity to be integrally involved in the inner workings of an international government policy institute. Expectations for interns are high. In return, interns can expect a challenging environment which will prepare them for full time employment in a professional setting.
While we do not pay our interns, we promise to provide them with maximum exposure to the major issues and players in US-ROK relations and professional growth in a number of valuable areas. See http://www.keia.org/internships.php#_2 for more information.
Sherry Gray, Ph.D.
Coordinator, Global Policy Area
Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs
University of Minnesota
232 Hubert H. Humphrey Center, 301 19th Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455 USA
Telephone (1-612) 626-5674; Fax 625-3513
-
ICPSR Summer Undergraduate. Posted November 6.
Internship Program -- 2010
The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR), the world's largest archive of digital social science data, is now accepting applications for its annual summer internship program.
ICPSR is a unit within the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan. ICPSR's data are the foundation for thousands of research articles, reports, and books. Findings from these data are put to use by scholars, policy analysts, policy makers, the media, and the public.
Program Structure:
* Interns will prepare data in the UNIX and Windows environments and gain experience using statistical programs such as SAS, SPSS, and Stata.
* Interns will attend courses in the ICPSR Summer Program in Quantitative Methods of Social Research.
* Interns will be required to attend a weekly Lunch and Lecture series that will expose them to various aspects and departments of ICPSR and the Institute for Social Research (ISR).
Timeframe:
The summer student internship program lasts 10 weeks, from June 7-August 13, 2010, at ICPSR in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Compensation:
$3,000-$5,000 stipend (pending NSF REU Approval), room and board in university housing, and a scholarship covering the cost of fees, texts, and materials for coursework in the ICPSR Summer Program in Quantitative Methods of Social Research.
Application Procedure:
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter of interest, resume, a writing sample, and two letters of recommendation (all in one packet or message, if applying by email) to ICPSR Human Resources, Attn: Summer Internship Program, P.O. Box 1248, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106-1248, Email: careers@icpsr.umich.edu. Applications are due February 8, 2010.
Selection Process:
The selection process consists of an applicant packet review, an online interview, and a telephone interview.
*Pending NSF REU Approval
Check us out on Facebook and Twitter!
Qualifications:
* Undergraduate standing and completion of sophomore year in a social science major
* Strong academic credentials
* Knowledge of a statistical software package such as SPSS, SAS, or Stata
* Previous relevant social science research experience via work or class project
* Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
* US Citizen or Permanent Resident (pending NSF REU Approval)
* Must not complete undergraduate studies before December 2010