Classes in Washington, D.C.
The best feature of working in DC was the variety of tasks I was given. There was hardly a dull moment on the job and I would rarely end up doing the same thing twice. My internship far exceeded the expectations I had and would not have changed a thing about it.
--John Schlotthauer, CSUF student and 2006 Intern
Through our program students will earn 6 units of college credit by enrolling in POSC 412 and 3 internship units within their major. These courses are designed to help students get the most out of their D.C. internship experience. Classes will include a speaker series and a seminar class about contemporary issues in politics and career development.
Practicing Politics (3 units, letter grade)This class focuses on politics as practiced and understood by practitioners. The course includes a weekly speaker series featuring political practitioners. We will also take one contemporary political issue to explore in depth through a seminar format.
Internship Units (3 units, letter grade)Students intern with political officials, lobbyists, non-profits, and law firms in DC. The intern experience includes faculty supervision and group seminars with other interns in the program.