Project Vote Smart

Project Vote Smart’s Key Votes Internship Program at the University of Texas at Austin provides a unique lesson in the study of American and State politics. Interns will research bills and compile legislators’ voting records while gaining experience in political research, the U.S. political system, and the election process. Project Vote Smart is an independent, non-partisan source to easily acquire accurate information about those who govern, candidates, and key legislation. By providing information in an easy and accessible manner, Project Vote Smart believes that citizens can better defend themselves from the political hype and misrepresentation characteristic of present day political campaigns.

Location

The Key Votes Division of Project Vote Smart is located at the University of Texas at Austin inside the Annette Strauss Institute for Civic Participation (3001 Lake Austin Blvd., 2.316 Austin, Texas).

Job Description

Project Vote Smart is offering internship credit at the University of Texas at Austin, Annette Strauss Institute. Students who intern with us will be working in the Legislative Research Department tracking and summarizing key Congressional and state votes. Joining the internship program provides great experience conducting research, summarizing legislation and learning deeply about the important political issues of the day.

Working at least 10 hours per week, interns will track and summarize key state legislation. Primary responsibilities will include entering and checking state votes, writing bill summaries, editing, and updating the status of the bills as full-chamber votes or as gubernatorial actions occur.

Applying

Applicants must submit resume and cover letter to: projectvotesmart@austin.utexas.edu

Contact Information

For more information about internship opportunities or alternate application submission options please contact the Internship Coordinator.