Paid, full-time. Only available during spring semester.

Application timeline: Applications usually open late August and close mid- October.

Applicable majors: Political Science, communication, English, business, philosophy, and more.

Every spring semester Utah Valley University sends a group of students to the State Capitol to intern for Representatives and Senators during the legislative session. Interns act as assistants to legislators during the 45-day period. Students have the unique opportunity of working directly with their Representative or Senator and having a front row seat to the legislative process. Legislative intern responsibilities may include but are not limited to: constituent correspondence, media relations, policy research, social media, bill tracking, scheduling and secretarial duties. Interns are paid a stipend of roughly $2,700 for their 6 week internship at the Utah State Capitol.

Paid and unpaid, full-time and part-time. This office has two different internships, one during the legislative session (compensated) and then regular summer and fall internships (uncompensated).

Application Due Dates: Legislative- December 1st // Summer- April 1st // Fall- August 1st

Applicable majors: Political science, business, pre-law, social work, communications and more.

To apply, fill out the application and attached materials and send to [email protected]

Paid, full-time, offered each semester.

Application due dates: Spring- November // Summer-March // Fall-June

This internship will entail working with local government team members on a rotating basis to gain a comprehensive look at each Local Government Division initiative. Interns will select a core project that aligns with their individual interests. Interns will also perform ongoing general tasks, such as monitoring local news outlets for local government articles and contacting local government agencies to gather or distribute information.

To apply, reach out to the high impact internship manager.