Looking for an Internship?
Internships/co-op credits count toward the major or minor as a political science elective at the 200-level. A maximum of three internships/co-op credits may be counted toward the major or minor. Under special circumstances, majors are able to count an additional three credits toward the completion of their major. The department chair must grant permission for these additional three credits, depending upon the content and level of the internship or co-op.
- THIS (The Harrisburg Internship Semester)
- Washington Interns
- The Legislative Fellowship Program
- Study Abroad
- European Union Program
- British Parliamentary Internship
- Office of Community and Academic Partnerships
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
United Way of York County
Paid Internship
SecureCorps, an AmeriCorps Program which focuses primarily on emergency and disaster preparedness in York County, is offering an opportunity for Millersville University students in York, Pennsylvania. It is a paid internship, and members who successfully complete their term of service receive an additional education award.
This summer, we will be focusing on youth awareness and education, while at the same time helping business and organizations prepare by writing their Business Contingency Plans. For more information about this internship please contact Intisar J. Williams, the director of SecureCorps at the United Way of York County (717-771-3812).
Senator Mike Brubaker Internship
Paid Internship
Senator Mike Brubaker is currently accepting applications for summer internships. Internships are fulltime.
If you are looking for an invaluable experience that you can utilize in just about any career, a desire to provide service to the citizens of Pennsylvania and enhance your resume, then an internship in the office of Senator Mike Brubaker is for you. Working out of the Senator's district office, interns will focus on assisting the district office staff in areas of constituent relations, constituent outreach, communications and various other tasks as determined. Interns can also expect some exposure to the Senator's office in Harrisburg where they will have a "shadow day," getting a first hand look at what happens in Harrisburg.
- You will handle constituent problems/concerns and refer problems/concerns to the proper agency/Senate staff member.
- You will prepare correspondence; procure copies of legislation and/or other state-related documents or information requested by constituents.
- You will assist with various outreach projects.
- Spend a day in Harrisburg with Senator Mike Brubaker and get a unique view of what really happens in Harrisburg
Interns should have excellent written and oral communication skills. Fulltime employment equates to 37.5 hours a week. Internships are paid at the rate of $9.00 per hour. Interested candidates should mail a cover letter and resume to:
Nathan Flood
The State Capitol, Room 457
Senate Box 203036
Harrisburg, PA 17120-3036
British Parliamentary Internship
The Department of Government and Political Affairs is now accepting applications for its annual Summer British Parliamentary Internship in London, UK. Placement is with the Westminster (House of Parliament) Office of Emily Thornberry, the Labour MP for Islington South and Finsbury in London. MP Thornberry has represented Islington South and Finsbury since the 2005 parliamentary elections. MP Thornberry, a human rights lawyer, has actively worked on issues ranging from inner-city poverty to the environment in the House of Commons. [For more on MP Thornberry see http://www.emilythornberry.com.]
This unpaid, six-week, full-time, internship runs from approximately July 1-August 15, 2008 and carries with it three academic credits in the Government Department. Housing is available through MU’s partner institution – London Metropolitan University – which is located in MP Thornberry’s constituency. The internship is open to declared Government majors with a GPA of at least 3.0. The application process is competitive. Since 2003, the Government Department has placed five MU students in a MP’s office through this summer internship program. In each case, the MU student conducted themselves in a professional manner and in the words of one MP’s Office Manager did “brilliant” jobs. We want to send the same high-caliber intern to represent Millersville in 2008. Applicants should have some background in parliamentary systems (GOVT 221).
In addition, an intern in MP’s Office would be responsible for:
* Drafting of letters, and dealing with telephone enquiries
* Responsible for opening and sorting the post
* Assisting Parliamentary Researcher with general administrative
duties such as photocopying and filing
* Some preparation of speeches and briefings
As one MP’s Parliamentary researcher noted, “The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organised, keen, confident and not afraid to take initiative. You also need to be highly organised, have strong writing skills and be prepared to carry out administrative tasks.”
Applications will be accepted through noon on Friday, February 15, 2008. For an application and/or more information please see Dr. Robert Bookmiller in Fulton House. Dr. Bookmiller can also be reached at 872-3837 or Robert.Bookmiller@millersville.edu.
THIS (The Harrisburg Internship Semester)
Paid Internship
Application Deadline - February 29, 2008
The Harrisburg Internship Semester offers a paid internship for undergraduate students, who will work with executives and legislators in our government. Students work directly with public policy, as well as program initiation, implementation, and evaluation. THIS internship is a great opportunity for ungraduates to further their career in Political Science.
For more information about this internship, please contact Dr. Richard Fulmer, the THIS Campus Coordinator - MU.
Democracy Matters
Paid Internship
Democracy Matters offers students a chance to learn about the issues and political activism on campus. Students will have the flexibility to create their own projects. The program consists of a monthly stipend, and four phase course. In the course students will learn about the issues, and what they can do to take political action in their communities.
For more information - http://www.democracymatters.org/content.php?type=internprogram
Project Vote Smart
Project Vote Smart is hiring up to 80 interns for the 2008 Presidential
Election. Through our Voter's Self Defense system, citizens can instantly access factual information on
any candidate and will soon discover that tolerance of today's political
scene is no longer their only option.We are seeking interns to work in our media, research, information
technology, public relations and membership divisions. Interns gain
hands on political experience, while working and living in our
wilderness retreat nestled high in the Montana Rockies. Our location
offers numerous outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, skiing,
camping, fishing, swimming, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and much more.
Please visit the internship page of our website -
http://www.votesmart.org/program_internships.php and our blog -
http://votesmart.org/blog/ Please don't hesitate to contact us at intern@votesmart.org or
1-888-868-3762.
Best wishes-
Lisa Coligan
National Director
Project Vote Smart
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