Join Penn State’s Office of Government and Community Relations for a Fall 2025 internship! 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State Office of Government and Community Relations (OGCR) seeks an intern for the Fall 2025 semester. The internship provides a unique opportunity for the student to work directly with the University’s federal, state, local, and advocacy professionals, as well as learn more about the interaction between governments and the University via the OGCR. Seniors and juniors are preferred. The internship is paid and course credit is available (up to 3 credits, or 10 hours per week). The internship is intended to be in-person, though evolving health and safety measures could require a hybrid or remote experience. Possible duties include:

  • Learn the federal and state budget processes through research on University priority programs
  • Conduct searches of various legislation and research how they impact the University
  • Attend meetings of OGCR staff and University leadership
  • Take notes on Congressional and General Assembly hearings of interest to the University
  • Research local issues in municipalities that affect Penn State campuses
  • Update documents that will be shared with legislative stakeholders
  • Develop content for one-page summaries of key issues
  • Update database of key government issues
  • Learn how to grow and maintain an advocacy network using management software
  • Compile articles for regular newsletters
  • Understand effective communication engagement strategies
  • Optimize messaging and measure success

Interested applicants must complete the application at Penn State Human Resources online and submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this internship. Instructions are included with this announcement or interested applicants can apply here. Questions can be directed to Jimi Werner at jyw5254@psu.edu.

The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2025. APPLY NOW!

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review at https://www.police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.