Most of these are located outside of the Americus area. Interested students must apply to the Governor's Internship program in Atlanta. The application process requires an interview with the program staff, and then with prospective agencies. Selection of interns is based on interests, area of expertise, maturity, and academic record. Only juniors, seniors, and graduate students are eligible for a Governor's Internship.
Stipends are available.
This program is another good choice for the political science major or minor. The application process is highly competitive. Applicants must have an excellent academic and extra-curricular record. Internships are available only at the recommendation of the student's advisor and with the approval of the department chair, a supervising faculty member, and the internship coordinator. They are normally advisable only for juniors, seniors, or graduate students.