Public Affairs Internship Requirement – What You Need to Know!
Where to Intern?
You can intern at any organization listed on this page. Found an internship not listed on this website? Get approval from Laureana Jones (Internship Coordinator) via email first!
Before You Apply:
Check out the SGPP Internship Requirements page to understand the process.
How to Enroll in PA 393:
1. Fill out a Work Plan (internship application form) before reaching out to organizations.
2. Once you secure an internship, visit "Apply for Internship Credit" to complete enrollment.
Graduation Requirement:
Public Affairs students need 3 internship units to graduate!
Non-Profit Political Institutions/ThinkTanks
Working With Youth
Rehabilitation
Community Advocacy
Political Organizations
UA Internships
Policy-Related Internship
Arizona Legislative Internship
The State of Arizona sponsors a Legislative Internship Program, which is administered by SGPP and coordinated by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Deans Office. Internships are awarded on a competitive basis. Students are eligible to apply if they have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have attained Senior standing or will do so by the Spring term. Students selected as Legislative Interns receive a modest stipend and work in Phoenix during the Spring semester as full-time staff members for the Legislature, the Governor's Office, and the Supreme Court.
Federal Agencies
Please visit the federal internships listing for more information.