PPOL Internship Seminar

4 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

The internship seminar serves as companion coursework for seniors in the Joint Public Policy Program who are completing external policy internships. In the course, students will gain practical workplace skills, explore potential career paths, and map policy landscapes that will inform their understanding of the public policy ecosystem in Washington, D.C. and beyond. Course activities include professional skills workshops, site visits and outside speakers, and class discussions centered on the future direction of public policy fields. By the end of course, students will be able to translate their internship experiences into pursuing and securing future career opportunities. This course is limited to JPPP Seniors with policy relevant internship placements.