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Presidential Management Fellows Program - Deadline THUR 12/1

As you already know, the US Government is our nation's largest employer. If graduating in 2017, the Presidential Management Fellows program is a great way to access a leadership track role as a career civil servant. Please know PMFs do amazing work across all executive branch agencies. An excellent opportunity that transcends administration politics. Applications close December 1st - https://www.pmf.gov/news-events/2017-pmf-application-has-launched!.aspx

Office of Congressman Adam Smith recruiting for Winter District Office Interns - Deadline THUR 12/1

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Application Deadlines Sessions are very flexible and can be moved or combined: District Office (Renton, WA) Winter (January – April): Deadline December 1st *      *Applications received after these dates will be accepted, but will not be guaranteed consideration. Applicants for both the full-time and part-time internship program in the District Office must submit an application packet including a letter of interest, resume and two letters of recommendation to the following address: Kristen Johnsen Office of Congressman Adam Smith The Evergreen Building 15 South Grady Way, Suite 101 Renton, WA 98057 Phone number: 425-793-5180 More information regarding qualifications and job responsibilities can be found here Got questions? Contact Kristen Johnsen

Congressional internship opportunity with Denny Heck's District Office

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Join the Foresight Project

Want the opportunity to win money while sharpening your analytical and political knowledge? Want to distinguish yourself from other college students when applying for government and private sector jobs? Then join us at “The Foresight Project” as we conduct a political forecasting tournament, starting on October 25th and lasting for about 8 months. To sign up, go to http://www.foresightproj.com. The rewards... Each year: The top 2% of participants will each be awarded a $500 Amazon gift card  The top 2% of participants will be featured in The Washington Post, Monkey Cage. 100 other people will have a chance to win a $50 Amazon gift card (with more accurate forecasters having better chances of winning). 200 other people will have a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card (with more accurate forecasters having better chances of winning). The top 10% of forecasters will be featured on the Foresight Leaderboard Participants will be asked to: Complete a 45-minute battery of political and psycho

Pathways Internship Experience Program (IEP): Open Now

We are accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Pathways Internship Experience Program (IEP). Visit USAJOBS to start the online application process and view the following vacancy announcement numbers. Please note the cutoff number for each position; These vacancy announcements will be open from 11/14/2016 to 11/18/2016 or when 100 applications have been received. The vacancy will close on whichever day the first of these conditions are met. If the application limit is reached on the same day the announcement opened, the open and close date will be the same. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. Vacancy Announcement Number Series/Grade Title Appt. Type Cutoff Link to Vacancy on USAJOBS HRSC/PATH-2017-0002 GS-0399-04 Seasonal Student Trainee (Office Automation) IEP 100 View at USAJOBS HRSC/PATH-2017-0003 GS-0399-03 Seasonal Student Trainee (Office Automation) IEP 100 View at USAJOBS The Internship Experienc

Leadership and the American Presidency - Spring 2017

I am excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our immersive leadership program this spring - Leadership and the American Presidency. This program is being sponsored in partnership with the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. Leadership simulations from the American Presidency will be a key focus for students. As part of this exciting program, undergraduate students can: · Spend the spring semester in Washington, DC · Intern in an engaging setting aligned with their career and academic interests · Participate in academic courses with up to 12 credits provided through George Mason University The final deadline is coming up on November 10th, 2016 so please share the announcement below with any interested students and encourage them to visit www.DCinternships.org/LTAPSpring to learn more about the program and begin an online application. Questions may be directed to me at 202-986-0384 or LTAP@tfas.org . Sincerely, Dana Faugh

Free Public Lecture by Don Share, Professor Emeritus of Politics and Government - THUR 11/17

On Thursday November 17, 2016, 7:30 p.m , Professor Don Share will give a free public lecture about what can happen when a prosperous, tolerant democracy, plagued by growing inequality, and weakened by a discredited two-party system, elects a demagogue. The lecture is entitled: “From Chávez to Maduro: Understanding Venezuela’s Growing Crisis.” The event is sponsored by the Olympia World Affairs Council, and will be held at the Thurston Economic Development Council, 4220 6th Avenue SE, Lacey, WA 98503. For more information contact Don Share

Canvassers needed for the Donald J. Trump Campaign

We are hiring canvassers at $15.00 an hour from now until election day. You can help us make a difference in this 2016 historical election. For an interview, email pcfortrump@comcast.net . Pierce County Donald J. Trump Campaign

Brown Bag hosted by Professor David Sousa - WED 10/26

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Full house for the first presidential debate!

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Election Viewing Gathering - TUE 11/8

Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society will be hosting a drop-in style viewing of the election results. Refreshments provided. Date: November 8, 2016 Time: 5 p.m.–9 p.m. Location: Wheelock Student Center, Rasmussen Rotunda

Lecture by Noel J. Francisco - MON 10/24

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U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program - Summer 2017

How far could a student internship at the U.S. Department of State take you? Just for starters, it would give you a coveted inside look at diplomacy in action, and the range of careers and responsibilities found in the Foreign Service and Civil Service. Think of it as test-driving a career before you decide what you're going to do with your life. You'll gain valuable work experience that you can apply to virtually every endeavor — whether you work in government or the private sector. Most of all, you will feel good about doing something worthwhile for your nation. At the U.S. Department of State, we like to say that we represent America to the world. As an intern here or abroad, you will, too. The U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program is an unpaid internship with the opportunity to work in U.S. embassies and consulates throughout the world, as well as in various bureaus located in Washington, D.C. and at Department offices around the United States. This program is

U.S. Department of State Summer 2017 Student Internship Program

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We are now accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Summer 2017 Student Internship Program (unpaid). Please visit http://careers.state.gov/intern/student-internships for more information about the U.S. Department of State Summer 2017 Student Internship Program (unpaid), and to start the online application process via USAJobs. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is October 14, 2016 . U.S. citizenship is required. Visit USAJOBS.gov to view the announcement: U.S. Department of State Summer 2017 Student Internship Program (unpaid) . We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. If you have any questions or would like to search for topics of interest, please visit our forums or FAQs at careers.state.gov

Washington Legislative Internship Program

Work, Learn and Lead in Olympia. One of the country's most highly regarded legislative internships, our program offers Washington students the opportunity to gain paid work experience and study the state legislative process up close. Apply now for the 2017 Internship!  Priority Deadline: October 10, 2016, 11:59pm   Final Deadline: October 18, 2016, 8:00pm During the internship, which takes place in winter quarter or spring semester, interns work for members of the Washington State House of Representatives or Senate . Interns work alongside legislative staff to learn first-hand about public policy, build real-world professional skills, and serve the citizens of Washington State.  Interns are placed with legislators' offices and work in Olympia as full-time staff while the Legislature is in session (January through March or April every year). The Legislative Internship is a paid, full