MPA Work Experience

Catalog description

To satisfy the program?s work experience requirement, students must work for a minimum of 300 hours over the course of one semester in a job or internship in a public service or social justice organization. Students currently working in a public service or social justice organization may use their current role for their work experience requirement. Students who choose to seek a new job or internship must take the lead in their search for a position; the MPA program is available to provide guidance but does not place students in jobs or internships. Students may complete their work experience requirement during any semester (spring, summer, or fall) after completing their first semester in the program. During the semester that they choose to do their work experience, students will complete a series of self-directed assignments to apply skills and theories learned in the classroom to professional scenarios. These assignments will help students set goals, give and receive feedback, and strategically connect with others in their field.