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Dr. Wiley’s Weekly Brief The GW Political Science Department Undergraduate Newsletter
In this newsletter: - New internships & job opportunities
- Upcoming events
- Publication Opportunities
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Kirkland & Ellis is hiring a legal assistant in our San Francisco private funds group. This is a great position for a recent graduate considering law school. Our group has an immediate need for the position, so December 2015 graduates (or prior) would probably be preferred, but I would also encourage those graduating in May 2016 to apply. For more information on the position, please see the detailed job description on the following posting: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/107565152?trk=biz-overview-job-post The Private Funds Group at Kirkland is "second to none" according to a recent survey by Chambers & Partners, which ranked Kirkland in 2015 as a Tier 1 law firm for Investment Funds in its U.S., UK, Asia-Pacific and Global rankings — making Kirkland the only law firm in the world to be considered in the top tier for each of these core jurisdictions for four years in a row. Additionally, the private funds group at Kirkland has 12 private funds attorneys ranked by Chambers 2015, more than any other Tier 1 firm. Any interested candidates can forward their resume to my attention at [email protected]. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions about the application process or to learn more about the role.
2016 NASI Paid Summer Internship Programs: The National Academy of Social Insurance (www.nasi.org) is now accepting applications for our paid internships for students studying for or interested in careers in social insurance policy. Our internship programs cover a wide array of policy areas including Health and Income Security Policy (Washington Internship), Aging and Long-term Care Policy (Somers Internship), Disability Policy (Eileen Sweeney Internship), and Non-profit Management (Nathan J. Stark Internship). The programs consist of a 12-week summer semester internship that usually spans May to August, depending on the student’s college schedule. Students receive a $3,500 honorarium for their internship experience and academic credit may be arranged through the intern’s college or university. International Students with valid student visas are encouraged to apply and can be placed with non-governmental organizations, if placement projects match their skills and interests.Deadline to Apply: March 1, 2016. For more information, visit our Internship Opportunities page or contact us at [email protected].
A national Democratic opposition research firm is currently looking for interns for the Summer 2016. We do research and policy work for candidates and interest groups across the country. Candidates should be at least in their sophomore year, have a strong understanding of national politics, and be able to work 35-40 hours a week. Campaign experience is a major plus, but not a requirement. This is a paid internship with a $2,000 stipend for the summer. Anyone's who is interested can forward their resume to :[email protected]
Paid Opportunities
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NEW POSTING!! It's that time of year again - looking for a few good interns for the summer and fall! Please pass this along to your students as appropriate. LOGISTICS DC, Denver, Boston, or Los Angeles. 10-25 hours a week; possible 40 during summer. $12/hour, 10-week minimum commitment. To learn more and apply, click here: goo.gl/NVEpej ABOUT US: Analyst Institute runs randomized controlled experiments to find out what really works in political and social justice campaigns. We keep a low profile, but we work with all the big name groups in the progressive ecosystem -- labor unions, environmental groups, racial justice organizers, LGBT rights advocates, you name it, from local and state-based groups all the way up to the Presidential campaigns. ABOUT THE JOB: We view interns as future partners in the progressive movement, so it’s important to us to invest in our interns’ skills and professional development. Analyst Institute is a small organization, so interns will work closely with key staff on meaningful and necessary projects like summarizing research, building training materials, and outreach to partners. Plus you'll make good connections to last you a lifetime. There are internships available with our Analytics, Political, Research & Development and Civic Engagement teams, so students with diverse skillsets and capabilities are welcome to apply. Learn more and apply here: goo.gl/NVEpej
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Internships NEW POSTING!! Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva is accepting applications for spring 2016 internships in Washington, D.C. and his various Southern Arizona district offices through May 6th. In Washington In the D.C. Congressional Office, interns work closely with legislative and press staff, conduct legislative outreach and research, answer office phones, distribute mail, communicate with constituents, and may have the opportunity to assist with activities in the U.S. House Natural Resources Committee (Minority). In the Natural Resources Committee, interns assist committee staff with administrative support, conducting legislative research, compiling data, and drafting correspondence. In addition, interns in both offices may attend committee hearings, briefings, and meetings. Preference is given to students and individuals from Arizona’s 3rd Congressional District, although all qualified applicants are carefully considered. Interns are unpaid and are responsible for lodging and transportation. Applicants are highly encouraged to explore scholarship opportunities that may be offered through their respective institutions or by other programs. Anyone interested in working in the D.C. Congressional office should submit a cover letter, resume, and a one-page writing sample to Cristina Villa, Rep. Grijalva’s internship coordinator, at [email protected]. Those seeking to apply directly with the U.S. Natural Resources Committee (Minority) should indicate this in their application.
In Tucson, Somerton & Avondale Interns at district offices help staff provide constituent services to residents of the Third Congressional District. Interns also perform administrative tasks and may be asked to work on special projects for public outreach, events and other needs of the office. Internships for the Tucson, Somerton, and Avondale offices are available at the beginning of each semester. There is no hard deadline, but earlier applications may be given priority. Tucson District Office – Submit an application form, cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample to Alexandra Martinez [email protected]. Somerton District Office – Submit an application form, cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample to Martha Garcia at [email protected]. Avondale District Office – Submit an application form, cover letter, resume and a short writing sample to Jennifer Papworth [email protected]. Application deadlines for the rest of 2016 are: · Summer: May 6, 2016 · Fall: August 5, 2016
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The Treasury Office of Public Affairs is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated students to serve as non-paid student interns. From May 23 – August 5, 2016 (flexible) students will be exposed to the Federal work environment and will learn about the mission and the roles and responsibilities of the Department of the Treasury. We are located in the heart of Washington, D.C. with offices on 15th and Pennsylvania Avenue, next door to the White House, a few blocks from McPherson Square and Metro Center metro stations. Responsibilities will include monitoring news coverage, preparing daily clips, contact management, research, drafting memos, etc. Opportunities also available within the Office of Business and Public Liaison and in speechwriting. Applicants will be expected to provide a resume, and transcript, and to submit a formal application through USA Jobs by Friday, March 4, 2016: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/424438600 Following submission of a formal application, please email Sarah Logan at [email protected] to coordinate a brief interview. KEY REQUIREMENTS
· Must be a U.S. Citizen · Must be at least 16 years of age · Successfully complete Pre-Employment Background Investigation · Actively enrolled at least part-time in an accredited institution · Must be in good academic standing · College credit is available; student must facilitate · Relocation and housing expenses are paid by student, metro stipend may be provided
The Governor’s Fellows Program is a great opportunity for students interested in policy/ political science. https://governor.virginia.gov/fellows/
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The Washington office of Senator Amy Klobuchar is currently accepting internship applications for the 2016 Summer session. An internship with the Senator’s office is a terrific chance for students to gain first-hand experience with both the legislative process and constituent services in the United States Senate. Interns assist the office in a variety of legislative and administrative capacities. Interns support legislative staff by conducting policy research, attending briefings, and preparing for hearings. They are also asked to give tours of the U.S. Capitol to constituents and assist with constituent correspondence by letter, email, and phone. During your time in the office, you will learn your way around Capitol Hill and become familiar with the daily operations of a Senate office. The Summer Internship runs from June to August and is available both part time and full time. If you will be attending classes while you are here we ask that you note that on your internship application, as well as what days and times you are available to work. We are happy to coordinate with educational institutions and students to develop internships for academic credit. Materials required for consideration:
Cover letter Resume Three References Short writing sample (from a previous internship or academic experience) Internship application form (available
at http://www.klobuchar.senate.gov/public/internships)
If you would like to be considered for this program, please send your application materials by mail, email, or fax to: U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar c/o Internship Coordinator 302 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 Email: [email protected]. Fax: 202-228-2186 Phone: 202-224-3244
The deadline for application materials is March 13, 2016. Please be aware that due to security measures it may take mail through the postal system two or more weeks to reach our DC office. We recommend using the email address above to submit your application materials to ensure your application arrives in time. Students and recent college graduates with ties to Minnesota are strongly encouraged to apply, but all applicants are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact me at the email address or phone number listed above.
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Job description: The Washington, D.C., office of Congressman Markwayne Mullin (OK-02) is currently seeking unpaid interns for the summer of 2016. Duties will include, but are not limited to: answering phones, maintaining the front office, attending hearings and briefings, giving tours of the Capitol, handling mail and helping with various administrative tasks as needed. Applicants should have exceptional communication skills and a friendly demeanor. Start and end dates are negotiable. Oklahoma ties are preferred but not required. Please send a resume and cover letter to Miranda Moorman at [email protected]. Details:
Resumes are due March 18, 2016
May 2016 – July 2016, start and end dates are negotiable
Unpaid internship, college credit available
Open to both undergraduate and graduate students Contact: Miranda Moorman | (202) 225-2701 | [email protected]
The Office of Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) has openings for full-time and part-time interns to support our administrative, legislative, and press teams. Responsibilities include: researching legislative issues, attending legislative briefings and hearings, answering phone calls, processing constituent mail, giving Capitol tours, and assisting with special projects. Applicants should be enthusiastic, reliable, professional, hardworking, and have strong writing and communication skills. South Florida ties are preferred, but not required. Internships begin in mid-May and run through the summer. These positions are unpaid. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and one-page writing sample to [email protected] by March 13. Location: Washington, DC.
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4D PAC, an organization that provides messaging and financial support to strong on security Democrats, is looking for a financial aide intern. This is a great opportunity to learn how a political organization grows and how DC PAC fundraising works. Our board includes former members of Congress and former candidates for office. Interns will have a chance to interact with them and current members of Congress at our events. This is an entry level opportunity so no previous experience is required. Candidates should have strong research abilities, be self starters and solid task managers. Interested parties should please reach out to Kevin McTigue [email protected]
Apply to work at the National Student Leadership Confernce's program on Political Action & Public Policy! At the NSLC, we offer high school students the opportunity to learn about themselves as leaders and how to utilize the qualities of effective leadership in their everyday lives as well as in fields they may be interested in pursuing. The Political Action & Public Policy program which offers students college-level lectures from professors, a presidential campaign simulation and Senate simulation, field trips and guest speakers related to the field of U.S. politics, and a pre-college experience with other students from around the country who are passionate about politics. The Political Action & Public Policy program will be at American University in Washington, D.C. this summer from June 22- June 20 and July 6 - July 14, and we are looking for qualified undergraduate students to apply to be Assistant Team Advisors and Team Advisors. You can access the application online here or contact program director Lindsey Rennie with any questions at [email protected]. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis with interviews beginning the second week in February.
Internship opportunity in a small, fast-paced Democratic fundraising firm working directly for the National Finance Directors and Deputies to raise money for top races involving Democratic Senators and Candidates. Interns will assist in all aspects of planning and implementing fundraising events including: making fundraising calls, overseeing logistical details, maintaining commitment sheets and implementing donor follow up plans. They will also build relationships with co-hosts and coordinate with them prior to and during events. Interns will have the chance toattend fundraising events and help on site. They will help write detailed briefings for candidates, research donor history, assist in creation of call sheets for candidates, maintain call book and record of receipts from national donors, and assist in resolution of national compliance issues. The internship is available immediately. Please send a resume and cover letter to Josh Kramer at [email protected].
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Congressman Pete Olson is currently seeking ambitious students who are interested in interning in his Washington DC office during the summer of 2016. A Capitol Hill internship gives a unique opportunity to learn about the political process by working side by side with policy makers, government officials and future world leaders. Interns will assist staff with drafting constituent correspondence, attending Congressional briefings, assisting communication team efforts, analyzing Committee testimony and more. This is a full-time, unpaid internship. No matter which career field students plan to follow after graduation, this internship presents infinite opportunities for your future and career aspirations. We're looking for students with superb academic achievement and an interest in the political sphere. Students must be able to perform under pressure, carry themselves well and possess a strong writing ability. Texas ties are preferred, but not necessary. Those interested should send a resume, cover letter and a short writing sample (1-2 pages to showcase writing prowess) to Intern Coordinator Ron Hammond at [email protected]. The application can be found at: https://olson.house.gov/services/internships
The Fairfax County Democrats are looking for Summer Interns to help build the Democratic Party and help our candidates win in November. Interns will work in a Democratic office alongside staff and leadership members to distribute information, register voters, assist with volunteer recruitment, conduct research and data entry, help with fundraisers, organize volunteer support and more. Interns will also have the opportunity to meet elected officials and attend campaign events. Our interns will be supporting the Presidential and Congressional campaigns for the 2016 elections. Interns must be prepared to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment and will experience the inner workings of campaigns. Assistance obtaining academic credit for eligible students will be provided. Employment assistance may also be available for students interested in political jobs after their internships are completed. Flexible schedules are available. We offer daytime, evening and weekend shifts. Positions will be available at our Headquarters and at other field locations around Fairfax County.
To complete the online application or download the application form, visit www.fairfaxdemocrats.org/internships or email a resume with cover letter to [email protected].
The European Parliament Liaison Office (EPLO) is pleased to announce the launch of its Summer round of internships designed for US citizens who have completed their bachelor degree which will take place Monday May 2nd – Friday July 29th, 2016 in its Washington D.C. Office with an extension in Brussels and Strasbourg. We are also pleased to inform you that our internship program is expanding: from January on we are hosting 6 interns as opposed to 4 in the past.
Please note that the deadline to submit applications is March 1st, 2016 at midnight(Eastern time). Two letters of recommendation directly sent by a faculty member are also required. The candidate should also indicate which of the portfolio assignments they seek: research, international relations and trade/TTIP, economics and finance, migration, counter-terrorism/data privacy, energy/environment/health.
www.europarl.europa.eu
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Upcoming Events/Announcements We are happy to announce that our 2016 issue of the Ramapo Journal of Law and Society (RJOLAS), which is dedicated to the publication of undergraduate scholarship in Law and Society, is available online. The journal is published by an editorial board of students and faculty from Ramapo College and other colleges and universities. Please help us spread the word, and if you know of any outstanding undergraduate papers with a socio-legal focus (defined broadly), please send them our way and encourage your students to publish in Rjolas. The link to our journal is: http://www.ramapo.edu/law-journal/Ouremail is [email protected]. Thank you! Best wishes, Sangha Padhy (and Prof. Mia Serban) Sanghamitra PadhyAssistant Professor of Law and Society, SSHSRamapo [email protected]
The Center for National Security Law announces its 24th National Security Law Institute to be held June 5-17, 2016, at the University of Virginia School of Law. Please share this unique educational opportunity to study the field of national security law in depth with those in your organization you believe will find the Institute of value.
The Institute was specifically designed to provide government attorneys and professors of law and related disciplines with both an overview of the field and updates on contemporary developments. This highly intensive, two-week program brings to Charlottesville some of the nation’s leading authorities from academia and government service to address more than 40 important topics of national security law. Classes address both theoretical and practical topics ranging from the origins of war and its prevention to national security legal issues involving international and domestic terrorism, cyber threats, immigration, and intelligence activities. Certain timely and controversial topics will be addressed through debates, including the recent nuclear agreement with Iran and the need for new congressional
authorization for the use of military force against ISIS. The 2016 Institute e-brochure is attached. From the very first year the large majority of Institute participants have been government lawyers working in the national security field. Government attorneys from every U.S. federal department and agency with major national security responsibilities and foreign governments on six continents have attended the Institute. Institute graduates have later served as Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security, Legal Counsel to the Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Deputy Legal Adviser to the National Security Council. Other Institute graduates now serve as Director of the Duke Law School Center for Law, Ethics and National Security, and as Director of the Robert S. Strauss Center for International Security and Law at the University of Texas at Austin. One former participant commented, “Without question, a learning environment second to none was created. This is a world-class program that simply has no peer…”
Portions of the costs of the Institute are covered by grants from non-profit foundations to the University of Virginia Law School Foundation, but there is a tuition fee of $1950.00 that helps cover textbooks, lodging, and other operational expenses. Participants are responsible for their transportation to and from Charlottesville and for most evening meals during the Institute, and other personal expenses. The full program, topics list, application, and additional information are available on the Center’s website at http://www.virginia.edu/cnsl/nsli.html. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2016.
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NEW POSTING!! Democratizing Global Supply Chains
Benjamin McKean, Assistant Professor of Political Science, The Ohio State University
Friday, March 11 from 1:30-3pm
Lee Siegelman Seminar Room, 4th Floor Monroe Hall
Recent dramatic injustices in the factories that assemble iPhones in China and apparel in Bangladesh have drawn attention to the global supply chains that link manufacturers to multinational brands and consumers. These supply chains are forms of governance and modes of power. The impressive mobility of multinational corporations, and the extensive dispersal of their supply chains across the globe, often leads analysts to assume that supply chains exemplify the logic of neoliberalism. However, examining the actual functioning of supply chains complicates this view. By reflecting on the way that supply chains rely on practices that run counter to neoliberalism, I develop an account of global supply chains as a political form that foregrounds their relationship to the freedom of workers and consumers. This political understanding of supply chains lays the groundwork for democratic resistance to neoliberalism more generally.
Researchers in the Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at the Milken Institute School of Public Health are recruiting volunteers to participate in a study to learn about the bacteria commonly found in the digestive system. If you are a healthy young adult, between 18-35 years of age, please consider participating. The study involves one 2-hour long study visit and provision of 3 stool samples over a one-week period. $100 compensation is provided. Please contact the Healthy Microbiome Study Team at [email protected] if interested!
NEW POSTING!! STRATEGIC CORPORATE RESEARCH SUMMER SCHOOL, June 12-17, 2016 The AFL-CIO and Cornell University are sponsoring a Strategic Corporate Research Summer School on June 12-17, 2016 in Ithaca, New York. The application deadline is April 29. The course is designed for students and others who want to make corporations accountable by working as researchers in unions and social change organizations. The course offers a regular track and an advanced track with an additional research and writing requirement. It is open to individuals applying on their own and to individuals sponsored by unions and other organizations. Partial scholarships are available to non-sponsored individuals who opt for the advanced track. Inquire if interested in obtaining course credit. For more info, email [email protected], call 607-269-7246, or go to the course website: https://www.ilr.cornell.edu/worker-institute/education-training/strategic-corporate-research-summer-course
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The Dianne M. Pinderhughes Mentorship Legacy Award, established through the Dianne M. Pinderhughes Foundation, (DMPF, Inc.), is a scholarship award for undergraduate students to attend the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS). The creation of this award, by her former students, honors Dr. Pinderhughes’s positive influence on their careers and continues her legacy of outstanding scholarship, teaching, and dedicated mentorship for the benefit of future generations. The awardee will receive a travel stipend reimbursement of $500. The award will be presented during the Annual Meetings’ Award Program. Student self-nominations and nominations by others are encouraged. Undergraduate students who have previously attended the NCOBPS Annual Meeting may apply; however, preference will be given to first-time attendees and applicants from departments of political science. An independent selection committee will review the applications and select the winning recipient. Eligibility: (Category 1) Undergraduate students presenting papers during the conference; (Category 2) Undergraduate students who are not presenting but attending the conference to gain insight on groundbreaking Black politics research and to consider a political science related career. Requirements: • If presenting, include a copy of the paper proposal. A copy of documents from the online paper submission system is acceptable. (Category 1) • All nominees must submit a one page cover letter introducing themselves, explaining their interest in political science, and stating how attending NCOBPS will benefit them and the organization. (Categories 1 and 2) • All nominees must submit a letter of support from a faculty mentor, professor, chair of the department, or an activist mentor with whom they have organized. (Categories 1 and 2) Deadline: All nominations and supporting materials must be received on or before Friday, March 4, 2016 Please submit all required documents electronically to Dr. Lorrie Frasure-Yokley, Award Committee Chair with the following subject line, “Pinderhughes Mentorship Legacy Award.” Email address for submissions:[email protected]
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The Journal of Politics & International Affairs (JPIA) is seeking qualified student submissions to be published in the Spring 2016 issue. JPIA is a student-run journal that publishes papers written by undergraduate students in the areas of Political Science, International Studies, Economics, Public Affairs, Sociology, and related fields. Publication in the Journal is an opportunity to reach a wider audience outside of the class, as well as a learning experience through the editing and feedback process. We seek to publish high quality papers that address current events and relevant subjects in the area of politics and international affairs. Ideal submissions are both informative and argumentative, with well-developed theses and strong mechanics.
The Journal typically publishes original research, theses, and essays written for upper-level courses although all majors and class ranks are invited.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, we highly encourage you to submit a paper for publication on our website athttp://u.osu.edu/jpia/submit-manuscript/. The deadline is March 1st, 2016, and submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. We have recently updated our submission guidelines, which can be found here: http://u.osu.edu/jpia/submission-guidelines/, and ask you to carefully review them before submitting.
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OPTIONS for HOME COUNTRY EMPLOYMENT or WORKING in the U.S. FRIDAY, 2/26/16, 1PM-2PM, MC 309 International students face challenges and opportunities in their search for professional work in the U.S. and abroad with issues related to H-1B visas, transitioning to the U.S. workplace, or considering home country employment. Learn about options from GW international alumna, Hsiao Liu, who has worked in Shanghai, Rome, and New York City. RSVP via Gwork.
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Career services offers industry newsletters to help you with your job search. Sign up information is below. Career services is always available to help with resume review, interview prep, and your job search. Visit http://careerservices.gwu.edu for more on the services they provide.
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American Women for International Understanding:
COIR Symposium
#COIR2016
March 23, 2016
8:30 am --3:30 pm
George C. Marshall Center
Passing the Baton Conversation
Moderated by Shawna Thomas, Meet the Press Senior Editor
Featuring:
State Department Counselor Kristie Kennedy
Assistant Secretary Linda Thomas-Greenfield
Former U.S. Representative Diane Watson
More information here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ec8r7z740490e85c&llr=gtlhvajab
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