Washington, D.C.
Work for a congressman, intern on capital hill, and rub elbows with Washington
elite. The DC program lets you do it all while still earning course credit.
The Capital Experience Wilkins State Legislative Fellowship Program
Work in the South Carolina General Assembly or with an interest group
or agency associated with the legislature. The Wilkins State Legislative
Fellowship program is an immersion experience in state legislative politics.
Meet South Carolina elected officials, participate in seminars on state
politics, South Carolina public policy, and the legislative process, and
attend presentations by legislative staff, lobbyists, and agency personnel.
And earn credit!.
Brussels,
Belgium
Exciting international
internships in the capital of Europe
Fall
2007 led by Marianne Pierce
Fall 2008 led by Ben Storey
Fall 2009 led by Brent Nelsen
Canadian Parliament
Spend 5 weeks comparing US and Canadian political climates with an internship
at the Canadian Parliament in Ottawa, Ontario.
Upstate Public Affairs
Interested in working for city or county government, a non-profit organization,
local media outlets, private organizations that have significant business
in the public sector, or a public interest law firm? The Upstate Public
Affairs Program allows you to explore how your Furman course work applies
to the real-world. Participation in this internship program provides students
with a comprehensive view of local policymaking.