Am I Eligible for the CIP?

Students interested in participating in a one semester internship during the fall 2013 semester must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Earned at least 60 credits towards an Bachelor's degree in any program by first day of the fall 2013 semester;
• A minimum GPA of 3.0;
• Completed Introduction to American Government (POLI – 206) and earned a ‘C+’ or higher in the course;
• Enrolled in Legislative Process (POLI – 307) for the fall semester (students who have already completed Legislative Process (POLI – 307) also satisfy this requirement);
• Enrolled in Congressional Internship (POLI – 495) for the fall semester;
• Demonstrate a commitment to public service and leadership in and outside of UDC; and,
• Commit to 15-week, 20-hour per week internship. 

During the internship, participants are expected to represent the University with distinction, comply with all work requirements, assigned duties, and professional standards as an employee of the Congressional office to which the intern is assigned.

There are a limited number of openings available for the fall semester.  Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Applications are due no later than Friday, May 10, 2013 at 6:00PM.