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Former Civic Houston Interns Showing Cougar Pride in Austin
Mirel Herrera (UH Legislative Intern & former CHIP Intern), Debra Gonzales (Legislative Director & former CHIP intern) and Lesley Nelson (Legislative Aide & former CHIP and TLIP intern) worked in the office of State Senator Mario Gallegos during the 2009 legislative session
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The Hobby Center for Public Policy's internship programs and affiliated partnerships provide high caliber students an exceptional opportunity to explore and learn about various aspects of public service in legislative, political and non-profit environments in Houston, Washington and Austin. The new UH Alumni magazine features HCPP former interns/current staffers in Austin. Read the article UH Nurtures Connections to its Community - UH Prepares Students to Meet Real-World Needs by Marisa Ramirez.
CIVIC HOUSTON INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (CHIP)
The
Hobby Center for Public Policy’s
Civic Houston Internship Program
offers
students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in public
service. The program is offered to University of Houston
and University of Houston-Downtown students every fall and
spring semester, and is led by Renee Cross. The interns work an average of 8 hours per week over the 15-week semester in offices with elected officials at the municipal, county, state or federal levels. Some interns are assigned to community service organizations and campaigns. The interns meet as a class four times during the semester. Evaluation is based on a daily journal, a term paper, and an assessment by the office supervisor.
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MICKEY LELAND CONGRESSIONALINTERNSHIP PROGRAMFounded by the late U.S. Congressman George Thomas “Mickey” Leland, the Mickey Leland Congressional Internship Program provides University of Houston and Texas Southern University students the opportunity to serve as government interns in Washington, D.C. Each year, 6-10 students spend a semester directly involved in the political process. Intern activities include providing assistance in legislative research and attending committee hearings. Supported by a major grant from Houston Endowment and matching funds from private entities, the Leland internship includes weekly seminars, furnished housing, and a monthly stipend. The program is directed by Renee Cross.
The 2010 Mickey Leland Congressional Interns
Jose Eduardo Sanchez, Bobby Ray Williams, Tonya Chissell-Williams, Janae Ladet, Shukri Aziz, Rachel Burnett, Kaine Hampton and Jeneba Haffner
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TEXAS LEGISLATIVE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
other internship opportunities The Bayou Greenways Initiative Political Fellowship and Internship Program is looking to train and develop a select group of talented, passionate and self-motivated individuals as field organizers for a citywide campaign. The Program will be based in Houston, TX beginning June 1, 2012 through November 14, 2012. Click here for more information. The office of Houston City Council Member Jerry Davis (District B) is seeking summer interns. Interested applicants should contact Mr. Sam Dike, Chief of Staff at Sam.dike@houstontx.gov or at 832-393-3009. The office of State Representaitve Armando Walle is seeking a summer intern. Interested applicants should contact Ms. Myriam Saldivar at myriam.saldivar@house.state.tx.us. The Center for Houston’s Future is a dynamic, community based organization that brings together business and community to innovate for the future of the Houston region. This is accomplished by planning strategically for the region, strengthening the base of diverse business and civic leadership, and informing people, while engaging them in the necessary ground-work for Houston's future. The Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to lead in the development and implementation of community strategies to prevent and end homelessness. In 1982 at the request of then Harris County Judge Jon Lindsey and Houston Mayor Kathryn Whitmire, the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County (the Coalition) was founded by area homeless social services for an exploding number of people who were homeless that were emerging as a result of local economic deterioration. Summer, fall and spring internships are available in Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee's District and Satellite offices. Learn first-hand about the operation of a congressional office. Students must intern a minimum of 10 hours per week. The Institute for International Public Policy Fellowship Program is a six component, multi-year program for underrepresented minority students that starts in the sophomore year of undergrad and continues through to graduate school. Neighborhood Centers Inc. brings resources, education and connection to more than 236,000 people throughout Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast area each year. Volunteers are always welcome. Barrio Dogs of Houston is a not-for-profit organization targeting the overpopulation and neglect of animals in low-income neighborhoods.The Hobby Center for Public Policy's Civic Houston Internship Program (CHIP) partnered with Barrio Dogs to offer credit to University of Houston and University of Houston-Downtown students for fall/spring semester. |
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To honor Dr. Richard Murray's service to the Houston
community and 40 years of teaching and research at the University of Houston, the
Richard Murray Endowed Scholarship has been established. All political science undergraduates are encouraged to apply.
Voter Participation & Community Outreach. UH & UHD Students are Involved...Are You?
As a service learning project for the fall 2011 semester, Civic Houston Internship Program (CHIP) interns are focusing on voter participation as a project. Various CHIP interns are volunteering their time on voter participation projects and get out the vote efforts on campus or in the community. Find out more.
Sydney Nguyen is a junior political science major who is an intern in the mayor's office and who has been active in voter registration drives. Read more about Sydney. Learn more about the Civic Houston Internship Program (CHIP).
Sydney Nguyen (center) at a voter student/education outreach event.
Hobby Center for Public Policy Awards Amir Tavakkoli the 2010 Richard Murray Endowed Scholarship
Amir Tavakkoli, political science and sociology major, earned the
2010 Richard Murray Endowed Scholarship award. Congratulations Amir!
Read more about Amir and the
Murray scholarship.
Internships: Still sought-after credential for college graduates
Houston Chronicle, May 14, 2010
As the economy continues to turn around, new internships will be starting up because there is an accelerating need for trained candidates. The more time invested in searching for internships, the more you will find. Continue you reading the full article.
Hobby Center for Public Policy Interns Make Sure Houston Counts
Students with the University of Houston's Hobby Center for Public Policy (CPP)
CHIP internship worked on education projects concerning "Census 2010," the awareness
campaign of the U.S. Census Bureau, as part of their curriculum the Spring 2010 semester.
Read the full
media release.
Public Service Applicants On the Rise
A recent Houston Chronicle article reports an increase in applicants who
are joining the public service labor force. Read the full article
"Recession Brings Boom In Public Service Work" and find out how some college
graduates and current professionals are making the switch to volunteering and
why.
Learning & Working in DC
Mickey Leland Intern Andrew Leba (center) meets Congressman Mike Honda, D-CA (left) and Congressman Anh "Joseph" Cao, R-LA (right). Andrew, a UH biology and political science major, is interning for Rep. Mike Honda for the spring 2009 semester. Read more about Andrew and the other 2009 Mickey Leland Interns.
Mickey Leland Intern Jamie Hart (right) meets Congressman Al Green (D-TX) at one of the many receptions Leland Interns get to attend.
As noted in the New York Times recently, internships are readily becoming mandatory for successful job seekers. Luckily for UH students, numerous internships are available – all offering academic credit and some providing benefits such as monthly stipends. Many former UH government interns have used their experience and new contacts as a way to get a jump-start on their chosen careers. Check out what former interns are now accomplishing.
