POS 290 - Political Science Internship

3 Credits, 9 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 9 lab periods

Supervised internship in a governmental or other political office. Includes placement with elected officials or candidates for public office, city, county, state, or federal governmental agencies, and advocacy groups. Also includes substantive assignments involving development and application of analytical, research and writing skills.

Prerequisite(s): WRT 101  
Information: Completion of 6 credit hours of Political Science courses are required before enrolling in this course. May take course a maximum of three times for a total of nine credit hours. If the course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.

1. Exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors.
2. Apply discipline specific knowledge and skills.
3. Follow written and oral instructions.
4. Initiate and complete assigned responsibilities.

II. Select appropriate office(s) to match student interests

III. Obtain an internship placement and agree on learning plan

IV. Perform internship responsibilities as agreed and assigned (minimum of 135 hours)

V. Keep and submit (to faculty supervisor) internship journal and term paper, and obtain on-site supervisor evaluations as required

VI. Discuss and evaluate internship experience with the faculty supervisor