November 2008 Political Science Announcements
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.
Latest Edition (November, 2008):
- Charles G Koch Summer Program
- Launch of Centre for Capital Punishment Studies Internship Scheme 2009
- Want to Advocate for Veterans in Washington, DC?
- Harrisburg Semester Info Session
- Low-Cost GRE Test Preparation Course
- European-American Relations After the Presidential Election
Charles G. Koch Summer Fellow Program
The Charles G. Koch Summer Fellow Program ia an intensive ten-week paid summer internship program in public policy. The 2009 program offers internship placements at think tanks in Washington, DC and at state-based think tanks across the country. In addition to the internship, IHS provides a $1,500 stipend, furnished housing (or a housing stipend for state-based fellows), and travel reimbursement. Fellows also attend educational seminars, weekly presentations on current policy issues, and career workshops.
The deadline to apply is January 31, 2009. More information can be found at www.TheIHS.org/intern. For a list of available internship placements, please click on the "Internship Placements" link.
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Launch of Centre for Capital Punishment Studies Internship Scheme 2009
All those interested in the Internship in Capital Punishment Studies or learning more about the death penalty are invited to attend CCPS’ annual DEATH PENALTY FORUM. Speakers include eminent scholars on the death penalty and former interns who will speak about their experiences on the CCPS internship scheme.
The forum takes place on Wednesday 19th November 2008, from 2.00 – 6.00 pm [Registration 1.15 pm] in the ‘The Auditorium’ at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, Northcliffe House, 28 Tudor Street, London EC4Y 0AY.
Spaces are limited so please book in advance. To book, simply send an email to L.Gyllensten1@wmin.ac.uk with your name, University/Organisation and Course/Position. Refreshments are provided and there is no attendance fee.
The internships provides opportunities for students and practitioners to gain knowledge and experience whilst supporting the activities of organisations involved with capital punishment issues as well as those representing death row inmates. Approximately 10 overseas placements in the British Caribbean Commonwealth and Africa will be offered and they are not restricted to those with a law background.
Please see our website for further details www.wmin.ac.uk/ccps
Want to Advocate for Veterans in Washington D.C.?
VFW Legislative Office Seeks Qualified Interns
The Veterans of Foreign Wars, National Legislative Services, is looking for hardworking, motivated undergraduate students to join us for an exciting internship experience. The VFW is currently accepting applications for spring and summer semesters.
An internship at the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Washington D.C. is an exciting and rewarding way for students to advance their professional and academic experience. Unlike most Capitol Hill internships, VFW advocates do not spend all of their time answering phone calls and responding to letters from constituents. Based on the capacities and interests of the individual, they may directly influence policies regarding veterans and directly participate in the advocating efforts of the VFW. Interns can expect to research proposed legislation, provide input to VFW and Congressional staff, and draft letters of support to Congressional offices regarding proposed legislation. In addition, the VFW provides interns with an excellent stipend-relative to other DC area internships, as well as an opportunity to utilize the resources of the VFW in conjunction with their personal academic research.
Prospective interns must be undergraduate students and will need to provide a detailed application packet that includes: A current resume, 2 letters of recommendation (including at least one academic letter of recommendation), a writing sample, school transcripts, and a cover letter explaining why you would like to intern with the VFW. Prior military service is preferred but not required.
Please submit applications and questions to Justin Brown at jbrown@vfw.org.
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Harrisburg Semester Info Session
When: Monday, November 10th from 5-6pm
Where: 267 Willard Building
Presenters: Dr. Carol Nechemis, Harrisburg Program Director
Michael Cassidy, Harrisburg Program Faculty
David Bent, current PL SC Major and former program participant
Ashley Tarbet, LA Enrichment Coordinator, Penn State (U Park)
Learn more about the Harrisburg Semester, a summer internship and seminar program on politics and policy making in our state capital. The Harrisburg Semester is a Penn State wide program for undergraduate; stipends are available on a competitive basis. See www.hbg.psu.edu/hbgsemester for more details.
There’s No Substitute for Being There . . .
The Harrisburg Semester provides summer internships coupled with a high-powered classroom experience in Pennsylvania’s capital for qualified undergraduate students. From Capitol Hill to major lobbying and public relations firms to non-profit organizations, Harrisburg offers a wide array of outstanding internship opportunities. By participating in this internship program, you build your resume with real life experience while working in state government, a policy advocacy association, a lobbying or public affairs firm, journalism, or a community development organization. View government and policy making first-hand, assemble portfolios of your work, meet valuable contacts who will help you in your careers, test your career choices, hone your professional skills. In addition to earning academic credit while working at an internship, all Harrisburg Semester students enroll in the Harrisburg Semester Seminar (PUBPL 490), a seminar class that meets once a week, includes guest speakers deeply involved in state policy-making, and helps students learn about the political environment and context for decision-making in Harrisburg. We will work with you to find an internship that matches your interests and career goals.
Apply earlysome internship sites select their summer interns by mid-March.
For More Information, Contact the Program Coordinator:
- Dr. Carol Nechemias
- Associate Professor of Public Policy and Political Science
- Address: School of Public Affairs, 777 W. Harrisburg Pike, Penn State Harrisburg., Middletown, PA 17057-4898
- Education: B.A., Washington University (St. Louis); Ph.D., Ohio State University
- Phone: 717-948-6049
- E-mail: c4n@psu.edu
- FAX: 717-948-6320
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Low-Cost GRE Test Preparation Course
Nature of the course: This is a complete preparation course for the Graduate Record Exam(GRE). You will receive 14 hours of expert classroom instruction and extensive handouts. Only real GRE questions are used. Because the GRE is a test of general reasoning ability, the test-taker needs a clear understanding of the types of reasoning tested and a sensible procedural approach to the test.
Registration fee: $335.00
(Registration Form available online http://www.sa.psu.edu/career/PDF/GRE_Prep_Courses.pdf )
Location: Bank of America Career Services Center, Penn State University, University
Park. The course is offered through Career Services. For more information, please contact Katie Deitrich at (814) 865-5131 or at KER10@sa.psu.edu.
Dates and times: One weekend: January 31-February 1, 2009. Both days are from 9:00 to 5:00 with an hour for lunch.
Instructor: James Yoho, J.D., Ph.D. Dr. Yoho has been teaching test preparation since 1996 at the request of such institutions as Penn State, La Salle, Lehigh, Marist, Binghamton, Rutgers, and Temple. Now a full-time standardized test coach, he taught for 12 years at colleges and universities, including graduate and professional school. (Questions may be directed to Dr. Yoho at yohoprep@aol.com.)
Penn State is an affirmative action, Equal Opportunity University.
Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities.If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided,please contact Katie Deitrich at (814) 865-5131 in advance of your participation.
European-American Relations after the Presidential Election
Discusion Forum: Challenges and Opprotunities in the European-American Relations after the Presidential Election.
Featuring Dr. Horst Freitag, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany
When: Friday, November 14th 1:30-2:30pm
Where: Foster Auditorium in Pattee Library, Penn State University
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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