Selected internship sites with the Local Government Academy Municipal Intern Program will  be on campus recruiting for summer 2023! These paid internships are an incredible opportunity to gain first hand experience in local government. GSPIA has a strong history of students participating in this internship program, and we'd love to see more this year! This year's projects have been posted and include opportunities in the areas of stormwater management, economic development, community revitalization, accessibility, community development, and more. Project and program details can be found here: https://localgovernmentacademy.org/mip/students/

The Municipal Internship Program provides paid internships to graduate and undergraduate students who want to work on real issues facing our communities every day. Internships take place during the summer months, generally beginning in late May or early June and concluding in August.

In a separate application process, local municipalities propose projects they would like to undertake during the internship period. Projects may involve various municipal departments, including planning and zoning, budget and finance, economic development, code enforcement, community outreach, public works, or public safety.

Interns in the program will benefit from:

• Practical, significant experience in local government
• The opportunity to test the skills and knowledge gained in the academic setting
• Experience in interpersonal communication and group dynamics
• Networking with local government practitioners and other interns
• Meeting new contacts for possible future employment opportunities
• The opportunity to learn from others through coaching, supervision, and mentoring
• Experience gained from bridging the gap between the academic and professional worlds

Register for the fair here: https://localgovernmentacademy.org/mip/students/intern-fair/

You'll also need to submit an internship application here: https://localgovernmentacademy.org/mip/students/application/