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Internship with the National Assembly for Wales
Wales Internship program website
Ohio University offers a range of internships in the National Assembly of Wales, Great Britain. The Assembly is located in Cardiff, two hours west of London. The program is open to American students across the United States.
The Assembly is part of the devolution drive of British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who won a landslide election in 1997 on the back of promises of referenda for government in the regional areas of the United Kingdom: Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Interns may work with political parties or assembly members (AMs). Applicants have a large degree of say in their own placement.
Program length
- Winter (January - April)
- Fall (September - December)
Eligibility and selection process
This program is open to junior and senior undergraduate students only. Eligible participants must have prior course work in British or European politics and/or history; a minimum 3.0 GPA; and program applications must be accompanied by two letters of recommendation from faculty. Participants must be U.S. citizens.
Application deadline
- Winter: Mid-September
- Fall: Late April
Specific deadlines can be found at Events and deadlines.
This is a competitive program and acceptance will be limited. Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis, so it is important to apply early.
Living arrangements
Students live in fully furnished housing in Cardiff Bay.
Courses and credits
- POLS 334 British Political Culture (4 hrs.)
- POLS 496Y Internship Seminar (3 hrs.)
- POLS 496X International Seminar (9-12 hrs.)
Hours depend on length of program; Independent Study can be arranged.
Evaluation of the internship will be based on the assessment by the internship supervisor at the Assembly, participation in the orientation, and a brief presentation to University of Wales-Swansea faculty at the end of the term.
Cost*
Billed by Ohio University
- Tuition: 1 Quarter OU tuition
- Administrative fee: $150
- Program fee: $3790
Program fee includes housing, excursions, and orientation.
Out-of-pocket expenses:
- Passport and photos: $110
- International Student ID Card (ISIC): $44 (required)
- Roundtrip airfare: $800
- Textbooks and supplies: $100
- Board: $2000
- Incidentals: $800
Financial Aid may be applied to program costs; further information available at Funding for education abroad.
*Cost is subject to change. Please see the program director for up-to-date information.
For more information contact
Wales Internship Office
Bentley Annex 266
Tel: 740/593-4372 |
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