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Contact NAU’s Interim Legislative Internship Liaison

Email:
Melissa.Pokorny​@nau.edu
Call:
928-523-9562

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It is the most unique and valuable internship to learn and be involved in the legislative process, which is a very complex process. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. – Kaylee Adams, Arizona Capitol Television Intern

Application Requirements

Legislative interns outside of state capitol

Who are we looking for?

Internship applicants must meet the following qualifications.

  • Be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at the time of submission
  • Completed a minimum of 75 credit hours by the end of the fall semester of the application period (undergraduates only)
  • Have a 3.0 GPA or higher (House, Senate, Supreme Court, or Governor’s Office) or a 2.5 GPA or higher (Arizona Capitol Television)

Students of all majors and campuses, including online, are encouraged to apply. Previous knowledge of the legislative process is not required. Journalism and/or electronic media experience is preferred for broadcast internships with Arizona Capitol Television.

Application requirements

The following documents will be required when submitting your application online through Handshake:

  • Completed application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Two academic or professional letters of recommendation (i.e. current/former supervisor or professor)
    • Please do not include letters from colleagues, coworkers, family members, or friends.
    • Letters should be signed and sent to the student to include in the application packet or can be sent directly to Emily.McCarthy@nau.edu.
    • Check out these tips for asking your references!
  • Current resume (Need help with your resume? Review these resources and make an appointment with a Career Development team member through Handshake)
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Location
Room 105 Building 30B
University Union
1050 S. Knoles Drive
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Mailing Address
PO Box 6007
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Email
career@nau.edu
Phone
928-523-1087
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