Internships, Field Work & Co-ops

“My internship was an excellent experience because it gave me an overall feel for the entire court system.”
-- Nancy Gartner
 
"I learned a lot about how to maintain a large database for a U.S. Senator.  Every call and piece of mail has to be logged.  The experience was invaluable.”
-- Ellen Rodman

Political science majors may complete an internship course for 3 credits. Students generally complete internships at locations close to SVSU, but internships in Lansing or elsewhere are available if you have the time to drive there on a consistent basis.  Also, some students have chosen to complete internships in other areas of the country during Spring or Summer terms.

Political Science department affiliations for internships:

  • U.S. Senator Carl Levin
  • U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow
  • Governor Jennifer Granholm Election Campaign
  • U.S. Representative Dave Camp
  • U.S. Representative Dale Kildee
  • American Red Cross
  • Bay City Humane Society
  • Midland County Courthouse
  • Ogemaw County Probate & Family Court
  • U.S. Naval Historical Society
  • U.S. Representative James Barcia (former)
  • Michigan State Representative Jeff Mayes (former)
  • Michigan State Representative Jim Howell (former)
  • Voluntary Action Center of Midland County
  • Youth Coordinate Campaign (mobilization of young Democratic voters)

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