University of Utah Scholarships for International Internships in Political Studies
Hinckley Institute of Politics
The University of Utah
he Hinckley Institute of Politics’ nationally recognized internship program provides local, state, and national internships and is now expanding its international internship program due to a generous donation from Asian philanthropist Li Ka Shing. The Hinckley Institute offers University of Utah undergraduate students scholarships of up to $4,000 for international internships in cities across the world. Scholarships are available to students who secure a Hinckley International internship or set up their own international internship and have it approved by the Hinckley Institute. The goal of the international internship program is to provide students an experience in global public policy, service, business, and politics as well as foster greater understanding among peoples, cultures, and governments.
The scholarship amounts vary from $500 to $4,000, depending on country, costs, and financial need. The amount of scholarship awards will vary depending on the number of applicants, internship costs, demonstrated financial need, academic record, and experience.
Internship Location
The Hinckley Institute sends students to a variety of locations around the globe. Locations include: China, India, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Belize, Scotland, Ethiopia, Bolivia, Mozambique, Ecuador, Ghana, and Thailand. Internship locations vary from semester to semester and the list of international internships is continually expanding as further opportunities become available. The Hinckley Institute also sponsors students who obtain global internships through the U.S. State Department and other organizations.
General Information
- Students may apply to receive an international cash award scholarship through the Hinckley Institute ranging from $500 to $5,000 to assist with tuition, travel, housing, and living expenses. To apply for an international scholarship, fill out and turn in the International Scholarship Application.
- Students must register for political science 4900 credit (3-12 hours) during the semester in which they intern
- Students are primarily responsible for finding their own housing (the intern host office may assist with this process).
- Students must obtain a passport and visa to travel. For more information on visas, click here.
Requirements
- Competitive GPA
- Junior or Senior status (students may intern one semester after graduation, but they must still register for credit)
- Undergraduate students only
- Available to students of all majors
Preferred
- Language skills
- Students who have completed previous Hinckley internships in Washington, DC, the Utah Legislature or with local/state agencies
- International Experience, Study Abroad Experience
How to Apply
Visit the Internship Application webpage for information about how to apply for Hinckley internships.
Application Deadlines
We recommend that you complete your international internship application two semester prior to the semester in which you wish to intern. Deadlines are subject to change based on internship availability. Please contact the Hinckley Institute for more information.
Spring 2008 - January 7 - May 1, 2008
Summer 2008 - May 12 - August 15, 2008
Fall 2008 - August 25 - December 12, 2008
Please contact Courtney McBeth at (801) 581-8501 for more details or visit the website.
