Political Science 399: Undergraduate Internship

POLSCI 399 is a 3-credit course for Political Science majors (and other students, with permission) to receive university credit during the semester by working a minimum of 12-hours per week during the semester as interns with various organizations all over Southeastern Michigan and beyond, including placements with state, federal, and local officials, in the legal field with private firms or in the criminal justice system, with non-profit advocacy groups, lobbyists, the media, and national and international organizations.

Students must line up their own internships but are provided with one-on-one guidance in finding placement opportunities. Coursework entails weekly online class discussion entries, three personal interviews/papers, and monthly evening remote seminar sessions with the Program Director.

The credit for POLSCI 399 counts toward a student’s Political Science major, subject to the limit on Experiential credit.

What do I get out of the Political Internship Program?

• preview of careers in the political, legal, and non-profit world
• visible, unique work experience for your resume
• letters of recommendation for law/graduate school applications or future job opportunities
• networking and leadership training experience

Please contact Debra Horner at dhorner@umich.edu with any questions.