These groups have traditionally had limited or no exposure to policy making in executive governmental offices. Students from all disciplines who are interested in pursuing public service careers or policy-making positions are encouraged to apply. It is also helpful for applicants to have completed appropriate course work to provide some understanding of legislative, administrative and organizational theories and practices. Each participating university's faculty committee is responsible for program oversight. The committee reviews applications and with the campus chair, makes final selections.
Supervision is provided by the campus chair in coordination with the site supervisor.
The System-wide Coordinator monitors and supervises the selection process, placement and evaluation of all interns. This is a WIU , College of Arts and Sciences', African American Studies' document.