Politics Resources and Internships
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Primary and Secondary Resources
Multiple searchable translations
Library of Congress-Documents on the American experience.
Presidential Documents
Speeches
Primary source material from 18th Century America
Documents in law, history, and diplomacy-Yale Law School
Bible resource. Numerous translations.
Includes statistics, classics, definitions, articles in journals, and maps. Must sign
in through library if off-campus.
Articles on Political Philosophy and the American Founding
Documents related to the US Constitution
FindLaw.com
Resources and links for state and federal laws and court decisions.
Founding.com
American founding documents
Search digitized books and journals. Note: only limited previews are allowed of many
books and journals. Some of the journals can be accessed on-line through the Library
National Constitution Center
Journal archive and collection of recorded lectures
Interpretation
A Journal of Political Philosophy. Back issues over 5 years old available on-line.
Audio of a large number of Strauss classes
Article database. Must sign in through library if off-campus.
Large collection of works on Politics, Law, History, and Philosophy
Links to philosophy encyclopedias and dictionaries
Many classical authors in English translation
National Archives
The nation's record keeper of all documents and materials in the course of business
conducted by the United States federal government.
A collection of full text reference, scholarly, and professional eBooks. Must login
though library if off-campus.
Large number of online books
American Historical Documents
Indexes international coverage of aesthetics, epistemology, ethics, logic, metaphysics
& philosophy, education, history & law from books and journals. Must login through
library if off-campus.
Texts brief biographies and introductions
30,000 free ebooks
Visit the Classics Department for a more complete list of classics links
American historical documents from the colonial period until modern times
Document Library. Primary source material related to Dr. Wests book, Vindicating the Founders.
Cowan - Blakley Memorial Library Central Search Search a variety of digital databases. Must be logged in to use. Beware that the central
search engine does not always work as well as the search engines on the individual
databases. For example if you search for Lincoln Douglass Civil War though the Central
Search it only returns 2 hits for JSTOR. If you use JSTORs search engine you find
6186 hits.
Internships, Job Hunting, and Other Career Resources
Information assembled by Dr. Tiffany Miller for the Department of Politics, University
of Dallas. Update March 2021.
The American Conservative Union (ACU) and the Conservative Political Action conference
(CPAC) are interested in conservative interns, preferably with some political experience,
to assist in the preparation of the annual CPAC conference.
The Alliance Defense Fund (ADF) offers a number of programs and fellowships for future
lawyers. Among these are the National Litigation Academy, the Blackstone Fellowship,
and the William Pew Religious Freedom Scholarship. More information can be found
on their website, or by contacting ADF at
The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) offers internships in such areas as Economic
Policy, Foreign and Defense Studies, Social and Political Studies, Public Relations,
Communications, Information Systems, Marketing, and Accounting. More information
can be found at
https://www.aei.org/internships/.
The American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) offers a number of internships in
fields such as Legislative Affairs, Public Affairs, Corporate Relations, Publications
Marketing/ Advertising, and Editorial internships. More information can be found
at
http://www.afsa.org/internships_at_afsa.aspx.
The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) is a bipartisan conservative organization
dedicated to the ideals of federalism, which seeks to enlist legislators to support
Jeffersonian principles. Internships are offered year-round, in such areas as Legislation
and Policy, Public Affairs, and Finance. More information can be found at
http://www.alec.org/open-position/alec-internship-program/
ATR accepts applications from undergraduate and graduate students of all majors. However,
applicants should have a strong interest in tax reform and economic policy. Part-time
hours are available; full-time associates receive a $250/week stipend, with part-time
scale varying. For more information on ATR, go to
http://atr.org/information-atrs-internship-opportunities-a2963.
The American Institute for Economic Research offers a number of fellowships to students
pursuing graduate study in economics or affiliated subjects, such as law and economics.
More information can be found at
https://www.aier.org/video/aier-internship-program/.
The American society of International Law (ASIL) offers internships in such areas
as Finance, International Legal Materials, Library/ Research, and Sales and Marketing.
The Atlantic Council offers full and part-time internships in the fall, spring and
summer for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates who are interested
in gaining practical experience in public policy. Interns participate in a variety
of activities that support individual programs and divisions, including research,
writing, event management and project development. Students should have a strong interest
in international affairs and U.S. foreign relations. More information can be found
at
https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/careers/internships/.
The Cato Institute offers paid internships to undergraduate, graduate students, and
law students who are committed to private property, free markets, limited government,
and classical liberalism. More information on the internships can be found at
http://www.cato.org/jobs/intern/.
The Center for Defense Information (CDI) offers paid internships for Research, Television,
and Computer Interns. Research areas include Military Policy, Russian Studies, Asain
Studies, Public Affairs, and many others. More information can be found at
https://www.pogo.org/careers/internships/ or by contacting CDI at:
Internship Coordinator
Center for Defense Information
1779 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036-2109
Phone: 202-332-0600
Fax: 202-462-4559
The Center for Individual Rights (CIR) is a public interest legal organization that
specializes in litigating free speech and civil rights cases. A limited number of
internships and clerkships are offered. More information can be found at
http://cir-usa.org/intern.html.
The Center for Security Policy offers internships to college students, graduate students,
and recent graduates, to assist with research, analysis, writing, and editing in order
to prepare the Centers publications. More information can be found on their Internship
page at
http://www.centerforsecuritypolicy.org/1241.xml.
Center for Strategic and International Studies-
www.csis.org
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) offers internships to undergraduate
students and recent graduates who are interested in public policy and foreign affairs.
More information on the program can be found at
http://csis.org/about-us/internships.
The Claremont Institute accepts applications for a limited number of internships during
the summer, as well as the school year. For additional information, please visit
their website:
http://www.claremont.org/page/fellowships
The Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI) offers internships to students to work
on programs such as High Technology and The New Economy, Health and Safety Regulation,
and Environmental Studies. More information can be found at
http://cei.org/internships.
The FBI Honors Internship Program is a paid internship opportunity that offers undergraduate
and graduate school students throughout the nation, an exciting insider's view of
FBI operations and provides an opportunity to explore the many career opportunities
within the Bureau. The Honors Internship Program brings students to work at FBI Headquarters
in Washington, D.C., or select Field Office locations. FBI Honors Interns will spend
10 weeks working side-by-side with FBI employees on a whole array of organizational
matters and in some instances cases.
The FBI Volunteer Internship Program is an unpaid internship opportunity that offers
undergraduates, graduates or post-doctorate students throughout the country an exciting
insider's view of FBI operations and an opportunity to explore career opportunities
within the Bureau. The Volunteer Internship Program brings students to work at select
Field Office locations and FBI Headquarters in Washington, DC.
DOJ offers a variety of student programs such as the Attorney General's Honors Program,
various Legal Intern Programs, the Student Temporary Employment Program, Student Career
Experience Program, Presidential Management Fellows Program, Federal Career Intern
Program, Workforce Recruitment Program, Student Volunteer Program, Outstanding Scholar
appointments, and others. To learn more about each of these programs, go to
http://www.justice.gov/careers
The Department of Transportation (DOT) offers internships to students in the General
Counsel office, the FAA, the Federal Highway administration, and Research and Special
Programs administration.
Eagle Forum Collegians is comprised of college students dedicated to promoting conservatism
on college campuses by hosting knowledgeable speakers and authors, writing for campus
newspapers, promoting and campaigning for local conservative candidates, speaking
up in class, and participating in or starting conservative clubs on campus.
The Ethics and Public Policy Center (EPPC) offers internships in programs such as
Evangelical Studies, Christianity and Third World Democratization, and Biotechnology.
http://www.eppc.org/about/internships//about/internships/
The Family Research Councils internship program is designed to prepare students who
are passionate about public service; students who want to make a difference. FRC believes
that the Judeo-Christian worldview is foundational to a just, free and stable society.
The internship involves education, researching, and administrative work. See
http://www.frc.org/internships for more information.
As an intern for FreedomWorks, you may have the opportunity to monitor hearings and
press conferences on Capitol Hill and at the White House. You may also attend conferences
and seminars, conduct research on economic policy topics, assist with grassroots events
and mobilization efforts, assist with various publications, in addition to providing
general office support to the staff. FreedomWorks provides internship opportunities
for students interested in Federal Campaigns Operations, Public Affairs, Economic
Research, Public Policy, Development/Fundraising, and related Graphic Design/Web Development.
If you have a strong interest in and commitment to free market ideas and public policy,
consider applying for the internship at
http://www.freedomworks.org/about/internships.
The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) sponsors several institutions both in the United
States and abroad. Among the institutes in the United States are the Engalitcheff
Institute on Comparative Political and Economic Systems, the Institute on Political
Journalism, the Bryce Harlow Institute on Business and Government Affairs, and the
Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service. More information on these institutes
can be found at
www.dcinternships.org.
International institutes include the American Institute on Political and Economic
Systems, Prague, the International Institute of Political and Economic studies, Greece,
and the Asia Institute for Political Economy. More information on these institutes
can be found at
www.tfasinternational.org.
The Goldwater Institute is a Phoenix-based public policy research institute dedicated
to the promotion of free-market ideals. Each year the Institute offers college students
and recent graduates the opportunity to participate in the Ronald Reagan Fellows Internship
Program. Through policy research, staff mentoring, seminar attendance, event participation
and administrative assistance, Ronald Reagan Fellows gain a foundational understanding
of the classical liberal principles that shaped Reagan's presidency.
Fellows are selected on a rolling basis each fall, spring and summer semester for
full-time participation in the program. A minimum of 24 hours per week is considered
full-time; part-time applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The program
offers a modest stipend. More information on the program can be found on the Institutes
website, at
https://goldwaterinstitute.org/clerkandintern/.
Government Accountability Project-
www.whistleblower.orgThe Government Accountability Project (GAP) was founded to protect whistleblowers
who could not otherwise find representation from attorneys and public interest organizations.
GAP has offered internship in the past to law, pre-law, and public policy students.
More information can be found at
https://whistleblower.org/join-the-team/
The Hudson Institute offers internships in fields such as economics, foreign affairs,
science and technology, and health and urban affairs. More information can be found
at
www.hudson.org/about/employment
The Independent Institute offers a number of fellowships, seminars, and paid internship
programs for students related to the free market. Particular internships are offered
in Acquisitions, Communications, Donor Relations, Marketing, and Publications. More
information can be found at
http://www.independent.org/students/internships/.
The Institute for Humane Studies offers numerous public policy internships. Check
out their website for information on internships, fellowships and scholarships, as
well as seminars:
http://www.theihs.org/internship-programs.
The Institute for Justice (IJ) is a public interest legal organization dedicated to
defending civil liberties, economic freedom, and free speech against encroachment
by the government. IJ offers a number of clerkships and internships for both undergraduate
and law students, as well as hosting a law student conference each summer. More information
can be found at
http://www.ij.org/opportunities/careers/
Law school students and graduates interested in tax law can apply for IRS summer clerkships
or for employment through the Honors Program. More information can be found at
https://www.jobs.irs.gov/find-job/students
Internships-USA offers listings of thousands of internships for undergraduate and
law students. Although it is a subscription service, it is advertised as having been
subscribed to by over 40 law schools, so be sure to check with your career services
office.
A fellowship devoted to the application of free market approaches to solve environmental
problems.
The Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (Konrad Adenauer Foundation) offers support to foreigners
who wish to study in Germany either to complete their university education, obtain
a doctorate, or deepen their subject expertise. Knowledge of German is required.
More information can be found on their website (
www.kas.de) or by contacting the US office of the KAS at:
Konrad Adenauer Foundation
2005 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone: 202-986-9460
Fax: 202-986-9458
Leadership Institute (LI) interns have the opportunity to work with LI and develop
themselves philosophically and professionally. Interns have many opportunities to
meet with conservative leaders and attend LIs many training schools. More information
can be found at
https://www.leadershipinstitute.org/career/#internProgram.
The Ludwig von Mises Institute offers a number of fellowships for undergraduate students,
graduate students, and professors who are interested in the study of Austrian economics
and classical liberalism. The Institute also hosts numerous conferences throughout
the year.
The Manhattan Institute, which pursues greater economic choice and individual responsibility,
offers internships to conservative students, who will be exposed to the Institutes
current work, as well as working with scholars on specific projects. More information
can be found at
http://manhattan-institute.org/collegiate-associates-program
The National Center for Policy Analysis, a Dallas-based public policy research institute,
seeks applicants for its public policy internship program. Internships are available
during the fall, summer and spring for undergraduate and graduate students; though
post-graduates are also encouraged to apply. Internship positions are located in
NCPAs Dallas headquarters. You can visit their website for more information:
http://www.ncpa.org/internships-and-rotations
The National Center for Public Policy is a conservative communications and research
foundation whose goal is to provide free market solutions to public policy questions.
The National Defense Council Foundation (NDCF) is a nonprofit organization specializing
in American defense and foreign policy, particularly low-intensity conflict, the drug
war, and energy problems. Internships are available to undergraduate and graduate
students.
The National Legal Center for the Public Interest offers internships to students of
government and law who are interested in public policy. More information can be found
at
http://www.nlcpi.org/intern.htm or by contacting the Center at:
The National Right to Life internship program provides college students from around
the country to opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the pro-life movement
at the national level. Every summer 10 interns are selected to serve in one of NRLCs
14 departments. For more information visit their website ,
https://www.nrlc.org/students/internships/
The Pacific Justice Institute specializes in the defense of religious freedom, parental
rights, and civil liberties, and offers internships to law school students and recent
graduates. More information can be found at
http://www.pacificjustice.org/support/internships/
The Pacific Legal Foundation (PLF) offers law clerkships to law students interested
in working to support private property rights, limited government, and the free enterprise
system. More information can be found at
http://www.pacificlegal.org/careers/.
PERC offers a weeklong seminar in the summer, at which students focus on market approaches
to natural resources and environmental issues. PERC also offers a fellowship to graduate
and law students with an interest in natural resources and the environment. More
information can be found at
http://www.perc.org/programs/students/.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) offers a Law Student Observer Program
for interested law students who wish to gain experience learning about the workings
of the SEC and securities regulation. The SEC also offers a Summer Honors Program
for law students interested in learning about the SECs work. More information can
be found at
http://www.sec.gov/file/jobsdescriptions-summer-legal-internshipsTexas Public Policy Foundation-
www.texaspolicy.com
The Foundations mission is to promote and defend liberty, personal responsibility,
and free enterprise in Texas and the nation by educating and affecting policymakers
and the Texas public policy debate with academically sound research and outreach.
For information about internships with the Texas Public Policy Foundation, go to:
https://www.texaspolicy.com/about/careers/internship-program/.
USAJobs is a searchable job bank run by the federal governments Office of Personnel
Management (OPM).
The Washington Internship Institute offers Capital Experience and Embassy and diplomatic
Scholars internship programs. The Capital Experience offers students the opportunity
to intern in Washington, CD in many different organizations. The Embassy and diplomatic
Scholars Programs allows students to intern in various foreign embassies, international
NGOs, the State Department, and other international organizations the Washington,
DC area. More information can be found at
http://wiidc.org/how-we-help-you-find-internships.
The Washington Legal Foundation (WFL) offers internships to students interested in
the free market and limited government through its Youth Education Program and Legal
Academic Fellowship Program. More information can be found at
http://www.wlf.org/jobs
Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) is the nations oldest conservative youth organization,
founded in 1960. Internships are awarded preferentially to undergraduates or recent
graduates, who will coordinate with staff members to meet YAF chapter goals, handle
correspondence with conservative activists around the country, develop media packets,
as well as various office work. More information can be found at
http://www.yaf.org/opportunities/
INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE LOCALLY
I. U.S. Government Internships
A. U.S. Senate
- Ted Cruz, (R, TX) Students enrolled in an undergraduate program may apply for an unpaid internship in Senator Cruz's D.C. office as well as in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Senator
Cruz's internship program offers Texas students a unique opportunity to experience
first-hand the inner workings of Congress. There are two six-week sessions during
the summer as well as full-semester internships in both the spring and fall.
- John Cornyn, (R, TX) Students enrolled in an undergraduate program may apply for an unpaid internship in Senator Cornyn's D.C. office as well as in his seven district offices located
in Austin, Dallas, Harlingen, Houston, Lubbock, San Antonio, and Tyler. Washington
D.C. interns are expected to work 40 hours per week during the summer sessions, and
thirty during spring and fall. State office hours are scheduled according to academic
availability.
B. U.S. House of Representatives
II. State Government Internships
A. Texas State Senate
B. Texas State House of Representatives
For information of individual members, and for employment opportunities, visit http://www.house.texas.gov/members/
III. Local Government Internships
A. City of Dallas Mayors Internship Program
The Dallas Mayors Office is seeking motivated, mature students with good judgment
skills, spirit, imagination, energy and a commitment to excellence. The internship
will help; build the foundation for careers as elected officials, political science
researchers, public administrators, journalists and other related fields. This is
a relatively new, highly competitive program that receives dozens of applicants for
a limited number of internships. For more information, and for an application, go
to http://www.dallascityhall.com/departments/public-affairs-outreach/Pages/intern-program.aspx.
B. City Manager's Office Internships
These internships are available in various cities around DFW, including Grand Praire,
Southlake, Addison, and others. Students are advised to visit individual city webpages
to find more information, but two helpful resources include the Job Listing page on UMANT (Urban Management Assistants of North Texas) and the website www.governmentjobs.com. At least some offer a salary: the Grand Prairie City Manager's office, for example,
offers a paid internship for however long the student prefers
IV. DFW-based Public Interest Groups:
The National Center for Policy Analysis, a Dallas-based public policy research institute,
seeks applicants for its public policy internship program. Internships are available
during the fall, summer and spring for undergraduate and graduate students; though
post-graduates are also encouraged to apply. Internship positions are located in
NCPAs Dallas headquarters. If you have questions or need additional information,
please visit their website for more information:
https://ncpa.org/internships-and-rotations
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