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Political Science Internships

Student Intern Opportunities

Local Internships   Topeka and DC Internships.  International Internships  

Local Internships

Students who want to develop their professional skills working for a local employer or electoral candidate can receive credit and financial support from the Department.  There are also 0 credit options through the Shocker Career Accelerator.
Students who want to receive credit for a local internship have several options:

  • Enroll in POLS 490 Internship for 1 credit hr - This requires a minimum of 8 hours of work a week. This is for a letter grade.
  • Enroll in POLS 490 Internship for 3 credit hrs - This requires a minimum of 15 hours of work a week. This is for a letter grade.
  • Enroll in POLS 481 Cooperative Education for 0 credit hrs.  This listed on student's transcript, but does not require tuition payment. This is taken on a non-graded basis.

    The Shocker Career Accelerator   can help you locate local internship opportunities.   316-978-3688 or SCA@wichita.edu. 
    Both courses require electronic permission to enroll and a faculty member to serve as a mentor for the internship.
    Please contact     Dr. Carolyn Shaw for details and permissions. 
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DC/Topeka Internship Program

The Washington D.C. and Topeka Internship Program offers qualified undergraduate students, regardless of major, the opportunity to intern and study in Washington, D.C. or Topeka, and earn 9 hours of course credit. The internship period is from January to May. Placements are available with members of Congress, the executive branch, interest groups, environmental organizations, education and trade associations, news agencies, embassies, political think tanks, and other agencies. Stipends and housing vouchers are available to students. 

Please contact Dr. Neal Allen at (316) 978-7133  or Neal.Allen@wichita.edu with any questions.


Deadline for Spring 2027 Applications: Friday, October 2nd at 4:00PM

DC/Topeka Internship Application

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International Internships

Students who want to develop their professional skills, work on interdisciplinary teams, embrace new cultural norms, and develop a brand new network with professionals in your field should consider an international internship. AIFS Internship, service learning, community engagement, and volunteer work programs provide an opportunity to gain global experience, emerse yourself in the culture and enhance your resume.  Credit and Non-Credit opportunities available. To find out more click the link below to the AIFS website.

AIFS - International Internship Program

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