Politics & Public Service
Global Internship Abroad

Politics & Public Service

CEA CAPA Internships Abroad is continuously broadening our internship opportunities around the world and takes care to align each internship with an intern’s experience and area of interest.

Please note some internship abroad placements may need candidates to have completed upper-level courses in the respective area, possess specific set of skills, and/or be capable of demonstrating knowledge. Here is a sample of what politics & public service global internships abroad can entail.

Position Description

Explore the multifaceted realm of Politics and Public Service, where government policies are shaped and essential public services are delivered. Some duties may include but are not limited to:

1. Assisting with Policy Research: Help gather and organize information on policy issues by reviewing documents, summarizing research findings, and supporting policy analysis.

2. Supporting Public Outreach: Assist in public outreach efforts by organizing events, preparing informational materials, and managing communication with community stakeholders.

3. Managing Legislative Correspondence: Help manage correspondence related to legislative activities by drafting responses, tracking communications, and ensuring timely follow-up.

4. Coordinating Community Engagement: Assist in coordinating community engagement activities by scheduling meetings, organizing community forums, and documenting feedback from public interactions.

5. Updating Public Records: Help maintain and update public records, such as meeting minutes, policy documents, and legislative reports, ensuring that all information is accurate and accessible.

Competency & Skill Development

Displayed below are examples of industry-specific competencies and transferable skills previous interns have developed through our internship placements. Every internship is crafted to align with the distinct goals of the intern and the requirements of their industry. This customization is identified through our placement process and expands as the intern begins their internship and engages with their supervisor.

Industry Specific Competency & Transferable Skill Development:

1. Attention to Detail — Ensuring precision in policy research, correspondence, and record-keeping to support effective public service and legislative activities.
2. Organizational Skills — Assisting in managing outreach efforts, coordinating community engagement, and maintaining public records to support efficient operations.
3. Research Skills — Supporting policy analysis and public outreach by gathering and summarizing relevant information to inform decision-making.
4. Communication Skills — Facilitating clear and effective communication with stakeholders and the public by drafting materials, organizing events, and managing correspondence.
5. Time Management — Balancing multiple tasks, such as research, outreach, and record maintenance, to ensure timely and effective public service and legislative support.