The Political Science Department regularly receives announcements relevant to possible job and career opportunities for our students. The most recently received ones are listed below.
December 20th, 2007
MSI International, an independent market research company located in suburban Philadelphia is currently accepting resumes to fill an Analyst position. Responsibilities will include:
The qualified applicant must possess some combination of the following skill sets:
The salary for this position will be $32,500 or commensurate with experience. For information on MSI, please go to their Web site at www.msimsi.com. If you’re interested in applying for the position, please send your cover letter/resume to humanresources@msimsi.com. Please note that the subject line must include: MSI analyst.
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Penn State Internship in Harrisburg
This program is hosted by the School of Public Affairs at Penn State Harrisburg and is open to
undergraduate students at all Penn State campuses. The program operates only in the summer and involves full time internships, typically starting the third week of May and ending in mid-August.
For further information on the Harrisburg Semester, see the web site www.hbg.psu.edu/hbgsemester or contact me directly by e-mail at c4n@psu.edu or phone (717) 948-6049.
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U.S. Department of Justice, Environment and Natural Resources Division, Law and Policy Section
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, pass a mandatory drug test, and be willing to commit for a period of at least ten weeks. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis but must be received no later than the following application deadlines:
For Spring internships (March/April - May/June, dates flexible): January 15, 2008;
For Summer internships (May/June- August, dates flexible): March 15, 2008
To apply, please fax a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcript, and 3-5 page writing sample (may be an excerpt from a longer paper on any topic) to Jacob Lipson at (202) 514-4231, or mail the above to:
Jacob Lipson
Environment and Natural Resources Division / LPS
P.O. Box 4390
Ben Franklin Station
Washington, DC 20044-4390
For more information, please call (202) 305-0641.
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Need Assistance with Resume or Cover Letter?
We recently updated our alumni resume assistance contacts for students. These alumni have volunteered to assist students with feedback and suggestions on their resumes and encourage students to contact them. Go to http://lser.la.psu.edu/Alumni/resume_workshop.htm
Students do not need to be in the LER major to contact these alumni with their resume or cover letter questions and the alumni, as you can see, offer students a wide range of experience.
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Intern to work in both corporate and litigation areas including assisting attorneys in preparing for trial, summarizing depositions, reviewing exhibits, taking witness statements, organizing files, reviewing corporate documentation, including attendance at client meetings and trials, together with other general research and office work as needed.
Qualifications: Political Science or English major
Benefits to Student: Learning day-to-day operation of a law firm.
Application Procedures: Send resume and cover letter to:
Kimberley D. Mann, Office Manager
328 South Atherton Street
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-4100
kmann@centrelaw.com
Application Deadline January 4, 2008.
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AFSCME(The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees)
Looking to recruit student activists who want to be an important part of building the labor movement.
Our week-long Alternative Break Programs offer college seniors who are considering a career in organizing a unique opportunity to experience what it is like to be a union organizer. Participants learn through a combination of classroom and field training on an active union organizing campaign. A typical day might include learning about local labor history, talking with workers about improving their working conditions, and participating in campaign strategy sessions. Alternative Break participants receive a $125 stipend, plus housing and transportation during the week.
Candidates who successfully complete AFSCME's Alternative Break program will be given priority consideration for AFSCME's year-long Organizer-in-Training positions (starting pay is $34,212 and excellent benefits are included).
For more information about AFSCME's Alternative Break and to apply, students can check out our website at www.unionbreak.org.
P.S. If you are on Facebook, then join our AFSCME Group by clicking here!
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The Gates Public Service Law Program provides full tuition and costs for 5 students each year at the University of Washington School of Law.
The scholarships are available to students who agree to make a commitment to practice in a public service law setting after graduation for a minimum of five years.
Our deadline for fall 2008 applicants is January 15, 2008. If you have students who are good candidates for this program please make them aware of the opportunity.
http://www.law.washington.edu/GatesScholar/Newsletter/Default.aspx#welcome
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Global Youth Connect Training programs avail
Human rights delegations to Bosnia, Guatemala, Rwanda or Venezuela. More Information available at www.globalyouthconnect.org/participate. The deadline to receive applications is January 25, 2008.
Global Youth Connect is an international human rights organization which is building and supporting a community of youth who are actively promoting and protecting human rights, and educating and inspiring the next generation to work for peaceful change. We have been organizing international human rights delegations since 2001. Please visit our website to learn more about our work: www.globalyouthconnect.org.
Human Rights Delegations for Young Leaders -- Summer 2008
Program Locations: Bosnia, Guatemala, Rwanda & Venezuela
Application Deadline: January 25, 2008
Global Youth Connect, an international human rights organization, is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications from young leaders (ages 18-30) for our Summer 2008 international human rights delegations. Program locations include: Bosnia, Guatemala, Rwanda and Venezuela.
Human rights delegations are a unique, first-hand opportunity to cross cultural boundaries and learn about the daily reality of human rights as experienced in a complex and increasingly globalized world. Each delegation weaves together three core sets of activities: site visits to local organizations, hands-on fieldwork projects, and a human rights training workshop with local youth activists.
Bosnia (June 29 - July 18, 2008)
Program Tuition: $2,750
This delegation will explore the roots of the conflict and the dynamics of justice, reconciliation and peacebuilding as experienced in Bosnia. Participants will gain experience in conflict resolution and transformation and deepen their understanding of the post-conflict challenges faced by Bosnians today, especially youth. Participants will have an opportunity to meet with Bosnian NGOs working on issues of human rights, community development, youth empowerment, and conflict resolution. The program will also include a workshop with Bosnian youth and the opportunity to work hands-on with local organizations to assist them in their daily activities.
Guatemala (June 15 - July 13, 2008)
Program Tuition: $2,750
This delegation will explore the roots of violence and social injustice in Guatemala, with a particular focus on the country's indigenous population. We will seek to better understand the legacy of Guatemala's 36-year armed conflict and the impact of violence, both past and present, on the Guatemalan people, as well as reflect on how policies and practices in the U.S.have affected the lives of ordinary Guatemalans. Delegation activities will center on supporting the efforts of grassroots human rights activists working to promote and defend the political, social, economic and cultural rights of all Guatemalans. Spanish proficiency is required.
Rwanda (June 14 - July 13, 2008)
Program Tuition: $2,450
This delegation will explore the roots of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, how this legacy of violence has impacted the country and its people, particularly Rwandan youth, and also how the country is attempting to rebuild today. We will examine issues of truth, justice and reconciliation in the context of post-conflict Rwanda and what is needed to strengthen local institutions and programs dedicated to promoting a culture of respect for human rights. Participants will connect with young Rwandans and get involved in a variety of collaborative projects aimed at promoting human rights as well as meet with leading human rights defenders, government representatives, international institutions, youth and others from local communities to learn more about the political, economic and social challenges faced by Rwandans today.
Venezuela (July 26 - August 17, 2008)
Program Tuition: $2,250
The delegation will explore the rise of social change movements and human rights activism in present-day Venezuela, both on the grassroots level and as represented by national government programs. Through hands-on participation in partnership with grassroots organizations, participants will investigate present-day human rights concerns along with the response of government and civil society. A major theme of the program will be to examine the relationship of grassroots human rights organizations with a national government expressly concerned with promoting respect for human rights, democratic reform, and the redistribution of wealth. Delegation activities will focus in particular on the efforts of young human rights activists to promote
and sustain a just, equitable, democratic, and peaceful society. Spanish proficiency is required.
Application Deadline: January 25, 2008
How to Apply: We invite interested young leaders to apply. We are looking for participants who are between the ages of 18-30 and who possess U.S. citizenship or residency as well as international students studying full-time at a U.S. college or university. Most importantly, applicants should wish to expand their knowledge and understanding of human rights and social justice. Participants will become part of a growing global movement of youth acting together for compassion, human rights and responsibility.
For detailed information on program activities, costs, fundraising/financial aid, and application information, please visit our website: www.globalyouthconnect.org/participate
We received this note about internships from first term Congressman Jason Altmire. Congressman Altmire is Chairman of the Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee of the House Small Business Committee; as well as serving on the Education and Labor Committee and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. You can pick up an application from Angela Hill in 202 Pond Lab, or by contacting his office directly.
I welcome and encourage all college students interested in either full or part-time internships in my Washington, DC and district offices to submit their resumes. As an intern in one of my offices, you will gain a unique and first hand perspective of the inner workings of the legislative process, the federal government and constituent services.
Internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for college students only. Although internships in all offices are unpaid, students gain invaluable work experience. The hours are flexible to accommodate students’ hectic course schedules, but generally run from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when Congress is not in session.
By assisting my district staff, interns may be asked to do a variety of things, including day-to-day office work such as answering phones, writing letters, or assisting with media clips. In addition, interns may be assigned to assist with various constituent casework, or with district-based projects of importance. You will be able to see first- hand how the district office interacts with the community and serves as a liaison to my Washington, DC office. My district offices are located in Natrona Heights and Aliquippa, but off-site projects may be available.
In Washington, interns’ responsibilities will vary. They may be asked to answer phones, lead tours, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings, or answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.
In order to apply for an internship, please send the following items to altmireintern@mail.house.gov for the Washington D.C. internship or olivia.benson@mail.house.gov for the District Office internship:
If you would like more information on internships or have any questions, please contact Rachel Kaufman in Washington D.C. at 202-225-2565 or Olivia Benson in the District Office at 724-378-0928.
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Rep. Conklin is looking for students interested in interning for Spring Semester 2008 if anyone is interested please go to their website http://www.pahouse.com/Conklin/ or send your information to Tor Michaels (TMcCartney@pahouse.net)