Overview
Description
The Legislative Internship Program is designed to give students first-hand experience of the inner workings of the Nevada state legislature, including with the policy process and policy research, as well as experience with the interaction between the legislative and executive branches. Students will be able to apply knowledge and skills gained from classes in political science and related fields to the policy development process in a legislature.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- at least Junior standing
- Political Science or International Affairs majors or minors
Recommended Preparation
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
PSC 101PSC 210PSC 304
Units
Internship Practicum3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years
Terms
spring
Core
CO14
Restrictions
at least Junior standing; Political Science or International Affairs majors or minors; A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
Attributes
S U Only
Learning Outcomes
- demonstrate first-hand knowledge of the inner workings of the Nevada legislature.
- explain the legislative process in Nevada, including the policy process, how policy research is conducted, and the interactions of the Legislative and Executive branches.
- apply knowledge and skills gained from classes in Political Science and related areas to the legislative and policy development processes.