International Relations, Political Science & Law Internships

Featured Placements

Student arguing at the Turkish mission to the EU

Parliament
Socioeconomic Development
Research

Parliament

An intern in London worked for the office of a member of Parliament's office in London. They researched upcoming policies, proposals for policy changes, documented constituent concerns, and assisted in event management.

Intern Abroad in London

“I gained not only professional, but real-life skills and worked with people from all over the globe.”
Sophie B. • Indiana University • London

Socioeconomic Development

A Paris intern worked with an NGO whose aim it is to support and improve international law related to children and youth, particulary in the realm of unaccompanied minors and asylum. The intern copyedited country reports, worked on translations, and collaborated on youth programs.

Intern Abroad in Paris

Research

In Milan, an intern worked for a non-profit organization and premiere Italian think tank in Milan funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They supported initiatives to promote an understanding of the problems of international politics, research policies across the EU, and presented briefings to staff members.

Intern Abroad in Milan

Examples of International Relations, Political Science & Law Internships Abroad by Major

These placements are not an exhaustive list, so let your IES Internships Representative know if you would like additional examples. Once you confirm to a program, the onsite Internship Coordinator will work with you closely to find an internship placement based on your interests.

Criminology & Security Studies

Government & Public Policy

Civil society organization in Berlin conducting research on human rights and good governance
Non-profit organization and premiere Italian think tank in Milan
Office of a parliamentary leader in Dublin who is working to improve the lives of Irish citizens in their district
Organization in Santiago promoting democratic and humanist values throughout Chile
Parliamentary office in London working to improve government policies and the lives of constituents
Research institute in Vienna with a focus on European Security and Defense Policy, transatlantic relations and Austrian Foreign Policy
Training development program for seniors in Dublin
World’s largest business organization in Sydney representing the interest of more than three million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions in government chambers across the globe
Research institute in Berlin focusing on internet and society