“This internship experience was eye opening for me because I was able to see how the legal and policy process works with CHIPS (Child In Need of Protective Services) cases, and apply the knowledge from the Public Policy Certificate in my work.”
Internship summaries: undergraduate
Summaries written by undergraduate students about their internships for their certificates.
Morgridge Center for Public Service
“I used my public policy knowledge to assess existing disparities among individuals and the community and correlate it to macro level policies that produce or exacerbate these circumstances. I was then able to analyze these policies to determine possible solutions or interventions…”
Ex-Incarcerated Peoples Organizing (EXPO)
“Through this experience I was able to hone my policy analysis skills, particularly as they relate to my ability to see the “other side’s” reasoning.”
Jewish United Fund (JUF)
“Throughout my internship, I gained increased knowledge and specialization in policy issues like health policy and social welfare like food stamps. I also gained important workplace skills.”
Portage Business and Economic Development
“The internship taught me a lot about interviewing and communicating clearly with new people. I also learned a lot about conducting my own research and separating out what will be the most receptible by my audience.”
Wisconsin Capitol
“The work that I completed during my internship had a true impact on the community because I was able to hear and respond to real concerns from the district that the representative I worked from lived in. The best way to understand the democratic process is to be a part of it. “
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
“I gained experience performing policy research and compiling important information into policy memos to share with executives at WEDC as well as our partners.”
Office of Representative Robert Brooks of the 60th District
“Overall, my experience was exceptional, and I am very grateful to have been able to learn from everyone in office. It has made me reflect on the policy knowledge I have gained through the certificate program and what I can do going forward to make a difference in Wisconsin.”
Patz Lab
“During my time in the Patz Lab, I learned how to understand and navigate complex legislation as well as describe the changes and content of them in easily understandable ways.”
UHS
“Working at UHS has allowed me to further explore my interests in public health and health policy and helped me build my research and communication skills.”