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Legislative Internship


Course Description

Internship related to state or national legislatures that is specifically designed for political science majors.


Athena Title

Legislative Internship


Non-Traditional Format

Internship. Students are responsible for identifying internships. Students will be expected to work full time over the course of the period (with exceptions for holidays and dates to complete academic work). Designated faculty will be responsible for submitting S/U grades with information on performance to be provided by designated contacts within the organization.


Prerequisite

POLS 4600 or POLS 4600H or POLS 4605 or POLS 4605H or POLS 4660


Corequisite

POLS 5101 or POLS 5102 or POLS 5010


Semester Course Offered

Not offered on a regular basis.


Grading System

S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)


Student learning Outcomes

  • Students will build on their existing knowledge base in this area and develop analytical skills associated with independent research.
  • Students will learn first-hand the experiences of those who work in public service and the political process.

Topical Outline

  • Internship