
Internships in Non-Governmental Organizations
Think tanks and non-governmental offices (or NGOs) are great places to receive applicable experience in the field of political science. Here are some well-known and regular companies Linfield's Department of Political Science works with for internship placements.
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American Red Cross Volunteer with the American Red Cross in a 10-week paid internship and gain valuable experience within the organization. Applications open every November for the summer and all housing/relocation costs are not covered. .
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Amnesty International Since 1961, London-based organization Amnesty International works to address human rights. .
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Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) CSIS offers for students who are interested in public policy.
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Equality Human Rights Campaign As an intern for equality, help research policies impacting the LGBTQ+ community across the nation while working alongside staff to coordinate events, input data projects, etc. .
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Human Rights Watch Human Rights Watch investigates and reports abuses happening all over the world.
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MADRE New York, NY
MADRE is a nonprofit organization that works to fight for women and human rights around the world. Likewise, MADRE advocates for LGBTQIA+ rights and equitable access to healthcare. This and interns are required to live in New York City.
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Make-A-Wish Foundation Portland, OR
Granting wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses. °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ for an internship with the by emailing darcie@orwish.org.
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The Script Do you want to see more people like you in leadership roles in the Portland area? Emerging Leaders PDX is looking for students of color for many internship roles in Portland's leadership landscape. .
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With Love that supports young children in foster families as they help facilitate the transition by providing resources that nurture dignity, hope and community. Together the team ensures that everyone involved feels loved and seen.
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World Justice Project Internship Program Full-time paid position in the heart of Washington D.C. to promote the advancement of international rule of law. If experience in international affairs, journalism and the social studies is something you are interested in, .