Internship FAQ for Employers
What kinds of internships do LBJ School students seek?
LBJ School students seek paid, policy-related internships in the federal,
state, local, nonprofit and private sectors. In order for the student to
receive credit for an internship, the internship must be 40 hours per week
for 12 weeks. Internships are generally taken during the summer between
the first and second years of the program.
What are interns paid?
Pay rates vary, but interns should be viewed as professional staff members
and paid accordingly.
What kinds of skills can I expect from an intern?
In order to qualify for an internship, a student must have completed five
of six core courses: Applied Quantitative Analysis I and II, Policy Development,
Public Financial Management, Public Administration and Management, and Political
Economics. As a result of completing these courses, the student brings to
the internship advanced analytical, research and writing skills.
How do I request an intern?
Please download our Sample
Job Announcement to see the information required for internship requests.
The best way to request an intern is to send an electronic request to:
lbjjobs@uts.cc.utexas.edu
The position is posted on a web page that is kept current throughout the
academic year. The information should include:
- Job description
- Pay rate
- Application deadline
- Application requirements
- Contact information
Upon request, the Internship Coordinator will assist
prospective employers in arranging information sessions and interviews with
students.
