- Please read the document Internships: The Basics for important information about your internship responsibilities.
- Students are not limited to the internship positions listed here and are encouraged to contact other organizations to find an internship that fits their academic interests and requirements.
- There is not a deadline to apply for these positions unless otherwise indicated.
- The deadline to apply for internship credit for the Spring 2009 semester is March 2nd, 2009.
- Click on the organization name to view their website.
Spring 2009
Click here to view a table of all Spring 2009 internship opportunities in PDF format.
Boise City Council
The person selected for this position will have the opportunity to actively participate in City Government and will have an inside view of an engaged City Council. The Council is looking for an intern who is energetic, organized and is able to take on a wide variety of tasks. Among other duties, this person will assist in developing a process for tracking items in land use and development projects track and respond to requests of constituents; interact with the various city departments and other duties as they arise. The applicant must be able to work the required credit hours during the business hours of the City of Boise.
Contact:
Amanda Brown, Council Administrator
208-384-4410
abrown@cityofboise.org
Idaho Community Action Network
Interns with a passion for social justice and strong problem solving skills will be assisting with grassroots organizing, communications productions, and membership outreach activities.
Contact:
Leo Morales
3450 Hill Rd.
Boise, ID 83703
208-385-9146
icanleo@cableone.net
Idaho Democratic Party
Membership and Finance Development Intern:Intern will help organize current and prospective party members, organize and execute major party fundraising events, and help the IDP Finance Director with day to day duties.Qualifications include an interest in Idaho politics, familiarity with the Internet, writing skills and good attention to detail.
Contact:
| Communications: Julie Fanselow 208-336-1815 julie@idaho-democrats.org | Membership and Finance Development: Amber Pence 208-336-1815 amber@idaho-democrats.org |
Idaho Republican Party
Two positions are available, one in the afternoons and one in the morning. Interns will be responsible for clerical tasks like answering phones and mail but will also be involved in grassroots politics. Interns will sit in on meetings involving legislators and the Governor and assist with planning events like the Governor's Ball and county by county fundraisers. Application required.
Contact:
Cally Bekkedahl
Political and Finance Director
208-343-6405
callyb@idgop.org
Congressman Mike Simpson (Washington, D.C)
This position will involve assisting the Congressman with work associated with the House Appropriations Committee. Application required. Deadline for appplication: TBA
Contact
Office of Congressman Mike Simpson
Attn: Intern Coordinator
802 W Bannock #600
Boise, ID 83702
208-334-1953
ACLU of Idaho
Legal Intake Intern: The intern will learn about issues pertaining to constitutional freedoms, the kinds of complaints that raise constitutional issues, how these complaints are addressed, and the sources of assistance for persons with other kinds of complaints. The intern will also have the opportunity to attend ACLU of Idaho Legal Panel meetings to present issues and research. Intern will received assistance with his/her writing skills and knowledge of constitutional law from the ACLU of Idaho Staff Attorney. Field trips to jails are sometimes an option.
Contact:
ACLU of Idaho
P.O. Box 1897
Boise, ID 83701
208-334-9750
lfawcett@acluidaho.org
Idaho Public Television
Idaho PTV is seeking a student who is interested in state politics and proficient with social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, You Tube, etc. The intern will assist with video production and uploading videos and new content to sites. The intern will stay up to date with the latest developments in social media and the ways they can help Idaho PTV connect with their audience.
Contact:
Thanh Tan
208-373-7381
thanh.tan@idahoptv.org
Idaho State House of Representatives - Minority Caucus
Interns will assist House of Representatives Minority Leadership with various parts of the legislative process including but not limited to maintaining databases, issue research, writing statements of purpose for proposed legislation and tracking bills throughout the session.
Contact:
Rep. Wendy Jaquet
House Minority Leader
Capital Annex
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0038
208-726-3100
wendyjaquet@yahoo.com
Idaho State Senate - Minority Leadership
Intern will become familiar with Idaho legislative process and report to Minority Leader and/or Chief of Staff for Minority Office. Duties include research for legislation and issues, writing statements of purpose for proposed legislation, maintaining member databases, daily "clippings" filing, and other duties as assigned. Application required.
Contact:
Marie Hattaway
Chief of Staff, Senate Minority Office
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0054
208-332-1351
mhattaway@senate.idaho.gov
State Senator Nicole LeFavour
Interns will assist with legislative duties and general office tasks. Position pays $100 a month.
Contact:
Senator Nicole LeFavour
P.O. Box 775
Boise, Idaho 83701
208-724-0468
Nicole@4idaho.org
Office of Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter
Interns will assist administratively, aid in media relations, and, where appropriate, respond to correspondence from constituents. A small stipend is offered. Class schedules can be accomodated during the scool year. Application required. Submissions for Spring semester are due by November 19th.
Contact:
Office of the Governor
Attn: Intern Coordinator
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720
208-334-2100
Senator Mike Crapo (Multiple Locations)
Interns will support office staff in either Washington, D.C., Boise or Caldwell locations. The internship in Washington, D.C. includes a stipend for cost of living. Application required. Submissions for Spring semester are due by November 1st.
Contact:
| D.C. Internship Director Ryan Ringel (202) 224-2076 Ryan_Ringel@crapo.senate.gov | State Intern Coordinator Roy Hansen (208) 334-1776 Roy_Hansen@crapo.senate.gov |
Idaho State Senate - Majority Caucus
Interns will work with Senate Republican staff in support of Senators Brad Little and John McGee.
Contact
Ann DeAngeli
Majority Leadership Secretary
Idaho State Legislature
Capitol Annex
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, Idaho 83720-0081
anndeangeli@msn.com
City of Boise Mayor's Office
1. Administrative Assistant: intern will provide support for the office by answering phones, taking messages, issue research, and attending and reporting on meetings.
2. Research and Project Support: intern will support the Mayor's assistants on research and specific projects.
Contact:
Theresa McLeodP.O. Box 500
Boise, ID 83701
tmcleod@cityofboise.org