How to Get a Political Internship
Ever since a political intern played a somewhat sullied role in the impeachment of a President, the term often raises eyebrows and induces smirks. In truth, political internships have long been a wonderful introduction to the intricacies of democracy. They also offer a first step towards the creation of a network that may prove to be of immense value.
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Decide if you are interested in working for an individual candidate or an issue.
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See if there is a local candidate with whom you can serve. Working for a candidate at a state level will offer you a chance for greater responsibility than working for a national candidate.
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Check locally for a state or regional branch of organizations dealing with an issue, if that is where your interest lies. The same increased opportunity for responsibility holds true for issues as for candidates.
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Check out national internships if you are most interested in exposure to that level of the political process. Both major parties offer a number of these.
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Check with the organizations of national candidates. Every candidate has a webpage that will at least give an address or phone number where you can learn about possibilities.
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Use whatever contacts you have made to bolster your application., whether through family, earlier work as a volunteer or work on campus in a college organization.
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Follow up on your application with calls or e-mails. This demonstrates an honest interest and persistence.
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