POSC 399 - Political Science Internship 1-3 hours

Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. Students typically work in a governmental office, in a non-profit agency which lobbies government, in an attorney’s office, or in other similar positions promoting an understanding of American national, state or local government. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Students may register for no more than 12 political science internship credits (POSC 399 and POSC 499 combined) during their time at Columbia College. Grades are assigned as S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: POSC 111; junior standing; minimum of 2.5 cumulative GPA at time of registration for internship.