Welcome to the September 5, 2014 edition of the (almost) weekly political science career and internship newsletter.
The most important piece of information in this newsletter:
If you are a political science major or graduate student planning to
complete an internship for credit in the coming spring or summer
semester, then you need to make an appointment to see Dr. Taylor. Email
him at cdtaylor@bsu.edu
Other important information in this issue:
[1] Cardinal Job Fair coming up - September 17, 2014
[2] Prepare for the Job Fair by attending Career Center workshops
[3] Internship information session for Political Science and Legal Studies majors
[4] Political Science Information Fair
[2] Prepare for the Job Fair by attending Career Center workshops
[3] Internship information session for Political Science and Legal Studies majors
[4] Political Science Information Fair
[5] Internship information session: Office of Congressman Luke Messer (IN-6)
[6] Internship opportunity: Indiana General Assembly
[7] Internship opportunity: Office of US Senator Joe Donnelly
[8] Internship opportunity: Office of Congressman Luke Messer (IN-6)
[9] Internship opportunity: Krieg DeVault LLP
[10] Political experience opportunity: Indiana Republican Party
[11] Receiving academic credit for your internship
[1] Cardinal Job Fair coming up - September 17, 2014
The Cardinal Job Fair is coming up! Over 100 employers will be in attendance. Whether you are looking for an internship, a permanent job, or just want to network, this is a great opportunity.
Learn more.
[2] Prepare for the Job Fair by attending Career Center workshops
The Career Center is hosting several workshops that will help you get the most out of the Job Fair and your internship or job search. Topics include Job Fair networking, resume writing, and more.
Learn more here and here.
[3] Internship information session for Political Science and Legal Studies majors
If you are a Political Science undergraduate major or graduate student or a Legal Studies major planning on doing an internship for credit, then you must attend one of these sessions.
Many students attended the September session and obtained much valuable information. Don't get left out!
[4] Political Science Information Fair
The Political Science Department will be hosting an Information Fair on September 10 from 4-6pm.
This fair provides you an opportunity to visit with faculty and learn about all opportunities the Political Science Department has to offer, including internships.
Learn more.
[5] Internship information session: Office of Congressman Luke Messer (IN-6)
The Political Science Department will be hosting an Information Fair on September 10 from 4-6pm.
This fair provides you an opportunity to visit with faculty and learn about all opportunities the Political Science Department has to offer, including internships.
Learn more.
[5] Internship information session: Office of Congressman Luke Messer (IN-6)
Staff members from Congressman Luke Messer's office will be on campus in October to discuss internship opportunities in Muncie and
Washingon DC. If you would like to learn more these opportunities, then
attend one of these sessions!
[6] Internship opportunity: Indiana General Assembly
Spring
internships at the Indiana General Assembly are an excellent opportunity for
students who plan a career in politics. Recruiters from all four legislative
caucuses will be visiting political science classes to discuss this opportunity
in conjunction with the Fall
Career Fair, which will be held on Wednesday, September 17.
[7] Internship opportunity: Office of US Senator Joe Donnelly
US
Senator Donnelly’s office is currently accepting internship
applications for the Spring semester session in his Washington, DC and
Indianapolis offices. This is a chance for students to obtain first-hand
experience working in a United States Senator’s office.
[8] Internship opportunity: Office of Congressman Luke Messer (IN-6)
The Ball State 6th Congressional District internship program will be based on a partnership with Ball State University and
Congressman Luke Messer’s Office, with goal of providing an exemplary academic and professional opportunities for Ball
State students. The internship program will last two consecutive academic semesters (including the summer semester),
one semester in the Washington, D.C. office and one semester in the Muncie office, geared towards providing students a
comprehensive Congressional office experience.
[9] Internship opportunity: Krieg DeVault LLP
Krieg DeVault LLP will hire
two interns for the 2015 Legislative Session.
The internship is full-time beginning in early January. Krieg DeVault legislative
interns will be responsible for assisting Governmental Affairs Practice Group
members with a variety of duties related to the policy making process.
[10] Political experience opportunity: Indiana Republican Party
The Indiana Republican Party is seeking volunteers to assist the Republican Candidates at a
phone bank being hosted in Delaware County. At these phone banks you
will give surveys, as well as urge the constituents come out to vote.
[11] Receiving academic credit for your internship
Internships
are valuable in themselves because of the experience they provide. Students who
have completed an internship are better positioned to go on the permanent job
market than those who haven’t.
But it is also possible to get academic credit for your internship. For political science undergraduates, completing an internship is one way to complete your capstone requirement. For graduate students in the MPA program, an internship is required unless you have appropriate professional experience. Grad students in the MA program may, but are not required to, complete an internship for credit.
If you are planning a spring or summer internship, make sure that it is eligible for academic credit. Make an appointment with Dr. Taylor (cdtaylor@bsu.edu) to discuss your internship plans.
But it is also possible to get academic credit for your internship. For political science undergraduates, completing an internship is one way to complete your capstone requirement. For graduate students in the MPA program, an internship is required unless you have appropriate professional experience. Grad students in the MA program may, but are not required to, complete an internship for credit.
If you are planning a spring or summer internship, make sure that it is eligible for academic credit. Make an appointment with Dr. Taylor (cdtaylor@bsu.edu) to discuss your internship plans.
