Internship Program Specifics

Where would I intern?

Since the beginning of the School’s Internship Program in 1972, nearly 500 students have worked with over 100 public, private, and non-profit agencies across the United States and throughout the world.

How many hours would I work and how much would I be paid?

Interns must work at least 450 hours to receive academic credit. Students usually work between 37.5 and 40 hours per week for three months during the summer. However, students who wish to complete their internship during the fall or spring semester may do so. The usual pay range is $12 to $16 per hour; the specific terms of pay are negotiated by the intern and the host organization.

How do I find an internship?

The Internship Coordinator, Douglas Tuttle, is available to help guide you through your internship search. You will even develop a resume that will be sent to approximately 200 organizations and made available online. The internship program, however, is designed to help you find your own internship so that when it comes time to find a permanent position, you will know how to update your resume, search for a job, and interview successfully.

How do I sign up for the Internship Program?

You sign up in one of two ways, depending on your School of Urban Affairs & Public Policy degree program.

  • M.P.A. students must register for the Internship Seminar (UAPP860) which is offered each fall semester and continues in the spring. Internship Field Work (UAPP864) is taken after the internship has been completed.
  • M.A. and Ph.D. students wishing to complete an internship must register with their program chair, and attend a series of internship-related workshops offered by the Internship Coordinator each fall and spring semester.

What if I have more questions?

Feel free to contact the School’s Internship Coordinator Douglas Tuttle, at his office in 177 Graham Hall or by phone at 302-831-0718.