“Overall, this experience helped me see that I want to work at the intersection of policy, advocacy, and implementation…especially…roles where I can do research and analysis that translates into more effective advocacy decisions and pushes equity-focused policy at the national, state, and/or local level.”
Internship summaries: graduate
Summaries written by master’s degree students about their internships.
Wisconsin Department of Administration
“This internship illustrated how internal public management practices influence organizational effectiveness.”
Wisconsin State Assembly
“I was surprised to realize just how many life-changing bills are being discussed—and potentially struck down—in the legislature, often without much public attention.”
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
“My internship is also part of the State of Wisconsin Student Diversity Internship Program (SWSDIP), and both SWSDIP and DWD have offered enrichment activities throughout the summer to help interns learn more about working in state government.”
Wisconsin Counties Association
“I am excited to take the lessons I learned while working with lobbyists and apply them to topics we learn at La Follette.”
Office of State Senator Chris Larson – Wisconsin State Legislature
“I would highly recommend this internship to La Follette students that are interested in learning more about the legislative process and gaining connections with people that work in a variety of roles in the Capitol.”
Government Accountability Office
“My internship as a Program and Management Analyst with the Government Accountability Office (GAO) in Washington, D.C. contextualized the public policymaking process, exposed me to the full audit cycle, and introduced me to many of the teams, positions, and people across GAO.”
Chicago Mayoral Fellowship
“The experience gave me an appreciation for the critical role that local government plays in our day to day lives, and renewed my passion for local level work.”
Southeast Asian Healing Center
“This experience taught me the importance of cultural competency and equity in public management, as well as the challenges of balancing limited resources with the need to provide comprehensive, inclusive services.”
Wisconsin Legislative Audit Bureau
“I am excited to be wrapping up my part in the SWIB audit and to see the full report released in Fall 2024. I would recommend this internship to students who are interested in state politics and are able to be nonpartisan.”