Internships also give students a chance to consider public service or similar employment. Two courses in the appropriate field are required and priority is given to seniors. Requests should be filed one quarter in advance of registration for PS 444, Administrative Internship. Legislative internships occur during the winter quarter and provide the chance for Western students to work in the Washington State Legislature in Olympia. Primarily, students act as research assistants to legislators, receiving an in-depth look at the responsibilities and challenges of our state's lawmakers.
Enrollment is available to juniors and seniors through a competitive process.
For information on applying, contact the Political Science Office . You can earn from 3-10 credits depending on the type of internship you do and on the characteristics of the internship you set up. Apply for graduation at least two quarters prior to your final quarter. For instance, if you plan to graduate in the spring, apply for graduation in the fall. To apply for graduation, call or stop by the Political Science Office to set up an appointment for a senior evaluation.