The mission of the internship program is to provide students with a valuable employment experience by working, uninterrupted for a significant amount of time, with a public, private, or governmental entity in the student's geographical area. The mission of the internship program is to provide students with a valuable employment experience by working, uninterrupted for a significant amount of time, with a public, private, or governmental entity in the student's geographical area. This course provides qualified students practical work experience in an applied sociology or anthropology setting. Periodic conferences and a monthly seminar are an integral part of this program. Students write regularly for the employer and the academic coordinator.
Internships offer training in museum work, archival work, and as tour guides.
Students work approximately 120 hours during the semester under the guidance of experienced public officials. Field placements are made in local government, legislative offices, campaigning, or public service activities. Students must speak to the instructor regarding placement before the semester begins. This course provides qualified students practical work experience in an applied sociology or anthropology setting. Periodic conferences and a monthly seminar are an integral part of this program.