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Political Science Internships

Luca Morelli (2026) is a Political Science major with a concentration in Latin American and Latinx Studies. He was a recipient of the Scully Scholarship, interning with State Representative Joe McGonalge of the 28th Suffolk District of Massachusetts. The Scully Scholarship provides financial assistance for students to pursue internships in public policy and to honor the memory of long-time professor of history and political science, Timothy H. Scully.  

"My summer internship was highly valuable because it introduced me to the people running Massachusetts government, educated me on key issues in the Commonwealth, and reinforced my desire for a public service career."

We strongly encourage political science majors to complete at least one internship prior to graduating from the university. Internships are an invaluable educational opportunity. In addition to assisting students in determining their long-term career aspirations, internships may easily improve students' chances of gainful and satisfying employment.

The University of Scranton is within walking distance to hundreds of internship opportunities, many of them specifically geared towards political science majors. Students frequently intern at the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Lackawanna County Courthouse, Lackawanna Pro Bono, and dozens of small and large law firms housed in and around Courthouse Square.

Government internship opportunities are available with members of the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives,  State Senate and House,  and the Office of the Mayor. Our majors have interned with various state and county agencies and The Institute for Public Policy & Economic Development, which is conveniently located on campus.

Students also have the opportunity to pursue internships in Washington, D.C. and while they are studying abroad. The possibilities are endless. Recent graduates have turned these internships into full-time jobs at Lackawanna Pro Bono and the National Institutes of Health.

Financial support for internships are available on a competitive basis through the Scully Scholars Program, Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Program for Public Service Scholarship, and The Royal Experience Internship Program. For more internship information, contact Dr. JoyAnna Hopper, who overviews Political Science and Pre-Law internships, and The Gerard R. Roche Center for Career Development.

PA's 1st district

Sander Danchak (Class of 2024) graduated with a Political Science major, minors in both Economics and History, and Legal Studies Concentration. He worked as an intern for Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick of PA's 1st district.

"Never stop exploring what the world is, and how the world works, because there is no better way to learn"

Throughout his internship, he was completed many tasks on behalf of the Congressman, including attending meetings and public events, answering phone calls, and helping the team with casework. It was an excellent opportunity to learn about how his district is represented in government. 

PA's 113th congressional district

Johnny Sinclair (class of 2025) graduated with a double major in Political Science and Public Policy & Service.  He has interned for Representative Kyle Donahue of PA's 113th congressional district and the University's Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service (CEEPS).  His favorite area of political science is public policy, specifically relating to education and environmental policy.  He encourages others to learn as much as possible calling political science "a vast interdisciplinary field that involves almost every field." 

" I have a lot of experience in field work. I will gladly take questions for anyone who is interested in interning for a local office.  Representative Donahue's office, who I work for now, will be looking for two part time interns next summer."

 

Lackawanna County Government Center

LEstella De Jesus (Class of 2027) is a rising junior and a Political Science major with a concentration in Legal Studies. She previously interned at the Lackawanna County Government Center as a Communications intern in the Commissioners’ Office, where she attended meetings, completed assigned press releases, biographical profiles of department heads, and traveled to check presentations. She participates in SSAP, Pre-Law Society, and various other clubs on campus. 

“I greatly enjoy my time at The University of Scranton as a student and worker. The Political Science Department offers students opportunities to strengthen their desire for higher education and prepares them for future career paths.”

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