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Contact Information:

Political Science Department
The University of South Dakota
414 E. Clark Street
Vermillion, SD 57069
phone: 605-677-5242
fax: 605-677-6302
Political.Science@usd.edu

Last Modified: 11/19/08

government internships

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Local Government Internships



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State Government Internships

New York State Public Management Institute

The New York State Public Management Institute (PMI) serves as a vehicle for matching individuals to careers in New York State government.  During the two-year program, interns serve in a professional position within a State agency. In addition to on-the-job learning, interns experience specialized training, rotational assignments, and mentoring for professional guidance and advice.  Unlike typical short-term internships, the PMI is a full-time, paid traineeship.

Website
Phone: 1-877-697-5627
Email: pmi@cs.state.ny.us

 
South Dakota Legislative Internship Program

Each year the South Dakota State Legislature provides 22 college students with the opportunity to serve as interns during the Spring Legislative Session in Pierre.  The program is a unique opportunity to learn more about state government and gain real-world experience.

Website
Phone: 1-605-773-3251

 
South Dakota Public Broadcasting

Paid positions are available with South Dakota Public Broadcasting during the annual South Dakota State Legislative Session in Pierre. 

Website
Contact: Stephanie Rissler
Phone: 1-605-677-6429
E-mail: stephanie.rissler@state.sd.us

 
State of South Dakota Internship Program

Gain firsthand knowledge and understanding of state government through the State of South Dakota Internship Program.  Each year positions are available in a variety of fields ranging from computer science to law and corrections.

Website
Phone: 1-605-773-3148

 

 

Federal Government Internships

Many Executive Branch agencies of the U.S. federal government have internship programs which are geared toward 2-year placement for college graduates with the option of further permanent federal employment.  Advertisements for these internship programs will be found on the websites of individual agencies and departments. 

For general FAQ, see this website
Opm.gov
Presidential Management Fellows Program

Since 1977, the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program has been attracting outstanding graduate, law, and doctoral-level students to the Federal service.  The PMF Program provides students with an opportunity to apply their knowledge you acquired through graduate study to careers in the federal government.  PMF assignments may involve public policy and administration, domestic or international issues, information technology, human resources, engineering, health and medical sciences, law, financial management, and many other fields in support of public service programs.

Website

 
U.S. Department of State

The US Department of State offers internships throughout the year at its offices in Washington, DC and at embassies throughout the world.  Regardless of the location, the program allows interns to gain unique insights into the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy.  The selection process for internships begins early and the process is quite competitive.  Consult the website below for more information. 

Website

 
U.S. Government Accountability Office

The Government Accountability Office offers summer appointments for intern positions at its headquarters in Washington, DC and at its field offices throughout the country.  To be eligible for an internship, students must be enrolled on at least a half-time basis as determined by their college or university.  GAO student interns are appointed on a nonpermanent basis and may be eligible to be converted to a permanent position after completing 400 hours of service and after meeting degree requirements.  These internships are open to both graduate and undergraduate students.

Website

 
U.S. Judicial Internship Program

The Judicial Internship Program at the Supreme Court allows students interested in law, management, and social sciences to work in the Office of the Administrative Assistant to the Chief Justice.  Positions are available year-round. 

Website
Phone: 1-202-479-3415

 
U.S. Representative Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (D-SD)

Internships are available throughout the year in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Washington, DC. 

Website
Phone: 1-866-371-8747

 
U.S. Representative Steve King (R-IA)

Internships are available throughout the year in Washington, DC.

Website
Phone: 1-202-225-3193
U.S. Senate Republican Policy Committee

The Republican Policy Committed was created by a 1946 law establishing separate policy committees for the U.S. Senate majority and minority parties.  The Committee attempts to coordinate and enhance legislative policymaking by consulting with GOP Senate leaders and the chairmen of the Senate's standing committees.  Internships are available with the RPC year round.

Website
Contact:  Craig Cheney
Phone: 1-202 224-2946

 
U.S. Senator Norm Coleman (R-MN)

Internships are available throughout the year in St. Paul and Washington, DC. 

Website

 
U.S. Senator Charles Grassley (R-IA)

Internships are available throughout the year in Washington, DC. 

Website

 
U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel (R-NE)

Internships are available throughout the year in Washington, D. 

Website

 
U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA)

Internships are available throughout the year in Senator Harkin's Iowa and Washington, DC offices. 

Website

 
U.S. Senator Tim Johnson (D-SD)

Internships are available throughout the year in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Washington, DC. 

Website
Phone: 1-800-537-0025

 

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)

Internships are available throughout the year in Minneapolis and Washington, DC. 

Website

 
U.S. Senator Ben Nelson (D-NE)

Internships are available throughout the year in Omaha, Lincoln, and Washington, DC. 

Website

 
U.S. Senator John Thune (R-SD)

Internships are available throughout the year in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Washington, DC. 

Website
Phone: 1-866-850-3855

 

White House Internship Program

The White House Internship Program offers an excellent opportunity to explore public service in Washington, DC.  In addition to typical office duties, interns attend weekly lectures, tours, and complete an intern service project. 

Website
Phone: 1-202-465-5979
E-mail:  intern_application@whitehouse.gov

 

 

 

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