Applications Now Open for the 2023 Panetta Institute Congressional Internship Program

People posing in front of the White House in Washington, D.C.

Cal Poly is accepting applications for the Panetta Congressional Internship Program, a fully funded experience in Washington, D.C., available to selected California State University students. 

Each fall quarter, the Panetta Institute for Public Policy presents a two-week training session on the campus of CSU Monterey. Students then head to Washington, D.C. for 11 weeks to work in the office of a California member of the House of Representatives while earning college credit. 

Applicants from all majors must meet the following basis requirements: 

  • Matriculating third or fourth year junior or senior status during the time of the internship and has not applied for graduation 
  • GPA of 3.5 or above 
  • Fewer than 180 credit quarter units 
  • Exemplary leadership abilities 
  • U.S. citizen and California resident 
  • Demonstrated commitment to community and public service 

For more information regarding eligibility, the application process or program details, contact the Office of the Provost at 805-756-2186 or click here

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