DEADLINE APRIL 15: The City of Hamilton, Ohio’s Russell P. Price Fellowship Program is comprised of three 11-month post-graduate fellowships preparing individuals for a dynamic, upper management-oriented career in local government. This competitive, nationally-recognized program has attracted students from top graduate schools including Indiana University, Miami University, Ohio State University, Syracuse University, and University of Georgia since its initiation in 2011. Fellows have also come from a wide variety of graduate programs such as public administration, economics, environmental science, management, graphic design, and urban planning, among others.

For students that are interested in challenging and stimulating public-sector work, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a progressive and historically significant city. This program gives selected participants unique access and insight into the efforts of a mid-sized city government working to resolve some of its most pressing issues, and provides unparalleled opportunities to meet and network with executives, managers, and elected officials.

The application deadline is April 15.

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DEADLINE MAY 6:  The Ohio House Democratic Caucus is actively seeking bright, politically minded students to spend their summer interning on State Representative races across Ohio. This opportunity provides hands-on experience to students in real world electoral politics.

POSTED 3/31: The Portman for Senate Campaign is looking for interns to participate in our summer program.

Great opportunity for those interested in learning more about campaigns and politics. Flexible hours and able to work with busy schedules.

Interns will be exposed to:

• Political Campaign Strategy
• Voter Targeting and Contact Methods
• Grassroots Organizing and Networking
• Discussion of Current Political Issues

Contact if interested: Evan Albertson evan@robportman.com

Brad Schneider for Congress (IL-10) is now accepting applications for our Spring and Summer 2016 Internship and Fellowship Programs. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) has named the 10th congressional district Democratic candidate Brad Schneider to its "Red-To-Blue" program. The Organizing Internship/ Fellowship is a program that will train and develop the next generation of community organizers and help our organization prepare for Election Day in November 2016. Organizing fellows and interns will help our movement expand its outreach efforts in communities across the 10th congressional district and get first-hand experience of what it takes to win! Fellows and interns who complete the program will leave with a full understanding of the most effective tools and methods that organizers use to make change in their communities. Our interns and fellows get hands-on campaign experience on one of the most competitive congressional races in the country and play a critical role in supporting our field, finance, political, communications and digital teams. Fellowship Program (15-20 hours/week, Full time 40+ hours/week available to qualified candidates) Our selective full time fall fellowships are geared towards college juniors, seniors and recent graduates. Fellows will work closely with our field organizers, senior staff, lead teams of interns, and propose and spearhead their own projects. Past Schneider for Congress fellows have gone on to staff positions at races across the country. Internship Program (6-12 hours/week) Our part time internships are open to high school and college students as well as recent graduates. Interns work in teams to support both our field and finance teams and learn the ins and outs of fundraising as well as grassroots organizing. Qualifications: No previous campaign experience is required. Applicants must be: -Passionate about electing Democrats -Energetic and hardworking -Detail-oriented and able to multi-task -Able to thrive in a fast-paced campaign environment To Apply: Send an email titled "YOUR NAME - Internship/Fellowship Application" with a PDF of your resume to teambrad2016@gmail.com

POSTED 3/28:

The National Governors Association (NGA)seeks an experienced professional to join us as an Intern in the Office of Federal Relations. 

NGA is the bipartisan organization of the nation’s governors. Through NGA, governors share best practices, speak with a collective voice on national policy and develop innovative solutions that improve state government and support the principles of federalism. 

The mission of the NGA Office of Federal Relations is to ensure that governors’ views are represented in the shaping of federal policy. NGA policy positions, reflecting governors’ principles on priority issues, guide the association’s efforts to influence federal laws and regulations affecting states. 

We are in search of two full-time paid summer scholars beginning in May 2016. The scholars will work on a wide variety of issues supporting our five standing committees: Economic Development and Commerce, Education and Workforce, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security and Public Safety, and Natural Resources. The scholars will perform research; monitor legislation; draft memos, letters and reports; coordinate and participate in meetings; interact with governors' staff; and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

Applicants will be graduate or undergraduate students in a public policy, political science or related program with an interest in state government, intergovernmental relations, public policy and/or public administration. Successful applicants will possess exceptional oral and written communications skills, the ability to work independently, a high degree of professionalism and integrity, and a strong desire to find bipartisan solutions for state issues.

http://www.nga.org/cms/careers

POSTED 2/22: The POLITICO Events team is looking for up to 3 interns to join our team in executing our Republican and Democratic Conventions programming in July 2016. At each convention, POLITICO Events will be creating a hub where all events will be based throughout the Convention week. This will range from one-on-one interviews to panel discussions to a nightly lounge and watch party. Interns will receive training to help with a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to: registration, guiding guests throughout the space, prepping the event space with swag and promotional materials. This is a great opportunity to learn all aspects of event planning and production. Interns will be under the direct supervision of POLITICO Event management.

Read more: http://www.politico.com/employment/events-intern-conventions-bus0063#ixzz40vCOVHVz

POSTED 2/18: Kasich for America is looking for ambitious and excited students to bring on as interns.  They are looking to involve students in all aspects of the campaign - from the grassroots organization, to communications, to traveling with the campaign. If interested, contact Michael Guastella at michael.guastella@johnkasich.com

ONGOING: Environment America seeks talented candidates for their fellowship program and digital campaign team. These are entry level positions that start in August of 2016. Positions are available in Washington, D.C.; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; and Raleigh, NC. For more information and to apply go to jobs.environmentamerica.org

U.S. Foreign Policy in a Global Era: Washington, D.C. and the World

Advanced Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, and Professionals Invited to Apply

Session One: May 16-27
Session Two: July 11-23

PROGRAM WEBSITE

PROGRAM BROCHURE

 Posted 1/5/16

ONGOING: City Internships runs immersive career training programs for college students and recent graduates. Applications are open for 2016 spring and summer global internship programs in London, Los Angeles and New York. They're designed to expand participants; horizons and get them job-ready. For each program, on top of hard and soft skill building at weekly career seminars, workshops and networking events, participants undertake an internship placement at one of our partner companies. Students and graduates develop real-world skills, build their professional network and fast-track their career.
For more information and to apply, visit http://city-internships.com/

ONGOING: Mayor John Cranley's office is now accepting applications for spring, summer, and fall internships. If interested, send your resume and writing sample to cranley.internships@cincinnati-oh.gov

ONGOING:  Rep. Wenstrup’s is looking for spring interns in his Cincinnati office. 

Spring Session – Preference will extended to those who submit applications by November 15th
Summer Session – Preference will extended to those who submit applications by April 15th
Fall Session – Preference will extended to those who submit applications by July 15th

Visit his Internship Application website to apply.

ONGOING: You are invited to participate in the Humanities Center’s new Research Apprenticeship Program. You can now apply to work as a paid Research Apprenticeship on a real research project conducted by a member of the humanities faculty at Miami University. The goal of this program is to foster faculty-student collaborations that give students valuable experience assisting on a real research projects. Please go to Research Apprenticeship Opportunities to see a list of current openings and instructions on how to apply. There are currently openings on a number of exciting projects. You can read more about the Research Apprenticeships Program and other undergraduate research opportunities by going to the Humanities Center website and highlighting the UNDERGRADUATE menu item. Tim Melley, Professor of English and Director of the Miami University Humanities Center

ONGOING: American Progress’s Communications team works to pursue progressive change by connecting American Progress’s experts, ideas, events, and publications with the media and the public. The team works to develop and execute comprehensive and innovative communications strategies to get American Progress’s policy priorities the attention they deserve.

Visit the website for more information.

ONGOING: Join the 21st Century Transportation Action Team

ONGOING: The Borgen Project, a national campaign focused on alleviating poverty in developing nations. Through securing support from congressional leaders, we hope to pass bills and mobilize citizens to become more knowledgeable and active on development and foreign aid policies. We've got internship and volunteer opportunities opening in our Seattle office and nationwide.

Seattle Internships

Telecommute Internships

Volunteer Opportunities

ONGOING: The Cornerstone Government Affairs intern program provides a unique opportunity for selected candidates to gain irreplaceable experience at the heart of Capitol Hill. Our intern program offers first-hand exposure to the people and processes of Congress and Washington, DC. Interested candidates should apply directly to Cornerstone’s Intern Coordinator, Madeleine Cantrel at mcantrel@cgagroup.com. An application includes a cover letter and resume.

The email’s subject line should read: Full Name – Internship Application. 

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Ohio Republican Party Internships  

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