Finding an internship is like applying for a job. You'll contact organizations and apply just like you would for any job. It's a great way to practice job application skills and work toward your career goals.
Before applying for internships, students have two options for completing internships. Check out the SGPP Internship Requirements to understand the guidelines and internship options.
Students should thoroughly review the process for receiving academic credit for internships to satisfy degree requirements.
Apply for Internship Academic Credit: https://sgpp.arizona.edu/sgpp-internships/application
BA Law Majors: Review internships for your major on the BA in Law website
MPA Students: Please refer to the MPA Internship Manual found in the program D2L page for the correct procedure on PA 593 enrollment.
Internship Timeframe:
UA Internship Policies advise that internships must be completed within the academic session you’re enrolled in. Here's the key info:
Spring 2027
Students must have internships secured by January 8. Students who apply for internships after January 8 may not be eligible to receive spring 2027 internship credit.
- Internship Dates: January 13 - May 6
- Suggested Deadline to Enroll: January 13
- Extended/Final Deadline to Enroll: January 20
Please note that the SGPP Internship Coordinator cannot process enrollment after January 20.
→ If you receive financial aid, it's recommended to submit your work plan by January 13 to ensure you are enrolled in the required number of credits for your aid to be processed and applied to your Bursar Account - No credit for hours worked before January 13 or after May 6
- Note: Work plans submitted after January 20 will not be processed, and late exceptions will not be considered. Internship hours must be earned within the designated session dates.
- Law Majors: Review the BA Law Internship Website
The section below contains a list of established SGPP internship partners. Review the organizations and their application process prior to applying.
Handshake is the University of Arizona's career management tool. It offers UA students and alumni access to
- jobs
- internships
- on-campus research experiences
- experiential learning experiences
- direct access to recruiters who are hiring Wildcats
- networking opportunities with alumni and peers
- professional development opportunities
Students interested in working for the federal government can search for internships and future career opportunities at USA Jobs.
USA Jobs Tips:
- You can filter your search results by Student and Recent Graduates to find internships
Students seeking internships outside of Arizona are responsible for securing an internship with a government or nonprofit agency.
- For out-of-state internship approval, email the SGPP Internship Coordinator Laureana Benitez (laureana@arizona.edu).
- Students are encouraged to use Handshake to seek out-of-state internship opportunities.
- Students can also search for job listings through search engines, or by going directly to a county, city, state, or other government/nonprofit career site.
Remote internships are conducted virtually, requiring students to work independently. Working independently demands students to be self-starters, highly organized, maintain superb communication by email or instant messaging, and have excellent time management skills.
Students who do not have previous job experience are not encouraged to intern remotely.
Applying for internships can be a competitive process. Therefore, submitting an excellent resume and cover letter will increase the chances of securing an internship of interest.
If you need help drafting a resume or cover letter, students can have their materials reviewed by the School of Government and Public Policy.
Contact Social and Behavioral Sciences Associate Director of Career Development Jeff Winkelman (jeffwinkelman@arizona.edu) to have application materials edited.
