Internship with Project Votesmart
The Project Vote Smart National
Internship Program provides a unique lesson in the study of American
politics. Students from across the nation and around the world come to
our high tech research center in the Montana Rockies for ten weeks to
help American citizens educate themselves about elected officials and
candidates. By providing this information in an easy and accessible
manner, Project Vote Smart believes that citizens can better defend
themselves from the political hype and misrepresentation characteristic
of present day political campaigns.
Interns play a crucial role at Project Vote Smart and make up the vast majority of our staff. The individual talents, ideas and hard work of our interns have been instrumental in the success of many of our most important programs.
Since the Project researches thousands of elected officials and candidates' backgrounds, the work is often tedious. However, if you are interested in making a genuine contribution to your Nation, in an idealistic and positive environment -- located in the middle of a natural wonderland -- we would love to have you join our team. There is plenty of room to learn and grow with the organization. Interns often return as staff members after they have finished their college careers.
College students and recent graduates typically participate in our National Internship Program. Interns must commit to ten consecutive weeks, but may intern anytime during the year. We accept applications on a rolling basis and have no deadline, but interns are encouraged to submit their applications early because space does fill up quickly. Interns live on-site at the Project's Great Divide Ranch and scholarships pay for all living costs, including room and board.
Interns play a crucial role at Project Vote Smart and make up the vast majority of our staff. The individual talents, ideas and hard work of our interns have been instrumental in the success of many of our most important programs.
Since the Project researches thousands of elected officials and candidates' backgrounds, the work is often tedious. However, if you are interested in making a genuine contribution to your Nation, in an idealistic and positive environment -- located in the middle of a natural wonderland -- we would love to have you join our team. There is plenty of room to learn and grow with the organization. Interns often return as staff members after they have finished their college careers.
College students and recent graduates typically participate in our National Internship Program. Interns must commit to ten consecutive weeks, but may intern anytime during the year. We accept applications on a rolling basis and have no deadline, but interns are encouraged to submit their applications early because space does fill up quickly. Interns live on-site at the Project's Great Divide Ranch and scholarships pay for all living costs, including room and board.
Requirements
Project Vote Smart's National Internship Program provides students with unique practical and educational experiences. We seek interns who are genuinely interested in working to accomplish our goal of making factual, unbiased political information easily and freely accessible to all. The overriding qualification for securing an internship position is your willingness to commit 100% to the Project's goals and mission.
To qualify for a Vote Smart internship you must meet the following:
- Set aside political beliefs and be objective and non-partisan while working.
- Be in good standing with your university/school.
- Commit to 10 consecutive weeks.
- Remember that our research facility is located in an extraordinarily beautiful but remote area. You will be expected to maintain the facility.
National Intern applicants must submit the following:
- Completed application form.
- Resume and cover letter.
- Minimum of three academic or professional references. References need only be names and contact information
- More information can be found at: http://votesmart.org/internships/?utm_source=votesmart&utm_medium=homepagelink#.Ux46D8poWiB
