Editor’s Note: Have questions? Contact Jane Deacon (locket20@msu.edu).

In This Issue

• Internship and job opportunities

• Career-related events (and JMC’s new LinkedIn Badge Program!)

• Funding opportunities: Apply for JMC’s Fall 2025 Field Experience Scholarships and the Guyer Public Policy Internship Award

• Internship spotlight: JMC junior Elena Sweeney shares her experience working with Hilton Global Headquarters

Job & Internship Opportunities

Student-Athlete Support Services Tutorial Program 
The Student-Athlete Support Services (SASS) Tutorial Office is looking to hire competent, organized and dedicated tutors for the Fall 2025 Semester. Multiple paid, part-time positions available. More info via SASS Website. Apply via SASS Tutorial Program Application 

Senator Victory Internship 
Applications for the Senator Victory Internship (based in Lansing) are open for the 2025-2026 year. Interns will assist the Legislative Aide and Chief of Staff in areas including legislation, communications, constituent affairs and general office management. Responsibilities may include preparing correspondence, assisting with casework and performing administrative duties. Applicants must be at least 18 and enrolled in a Michigan postsecondary institution in good academic standing. Proof of financial need is required. Interns will be paid $15/hour, working 10–20 hours per week. This is a non-civil service, at-will position within the Republican Caucus. More information can be found via Michigan Senate Website. If interested, please submit a resume, cover letter and proof of financial need to CSvanda@senate.michigan.gov. 

Spartan Engagement Ambassador Program
MSU's Office of Community and Student Relations is seeking students who are excited to engage with local governments, support civic life and strengthen campus-community connections. Applicants interested in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: campus-community relations, content creation and event planning. Program runs Sept. 2025-April 2026 (average of 10-12 hours/week) with a stipend of $500/month. Learn more and apply by Sept. 2 via Qualtrics

Michigan Senate Democratic Fund Fellowship 
The Michigan Senate Democratic Fund is seeking Fellows to maintain and grow the Democratic Senate Majority. This part-time, hybrid fellowship runs from Sept. 9-Nov. 20 and includes a $2,500 stipend. Fellows gain hands-on experience in campaign fundraising, communications and operations while working at least one day per week in the Lansing office. More info via PDF. Apply by sending materials to Sarah Fenno at (sfenno@senatedems.org) with subject line “MSDF Fellowship Application.” Apply by Sept. 2. 

Congressman Tom Barrett: Lansing District Office Internship 
Congressman Tom Barrett’s Lansing District Office is seeking motivated and civic-minded college students for part-time internships during the Fall 2025 Semester. Interns will gain firsthand experience in public service, community engagement and the day-to-day operations of a congressional district office. This paid opportunity is in-person at the Lansing office and may also count for academic credit. Learn more and apply by Sept. 5 via Rep. Tom Barrett website.

Michigan Environmental Council Internships 
The Michigan Environmental Council is currently offering policy internships based in Lansing for the 2025-26 year. These opportunities include roles in Energy & Climate Policy Research, Land & Wildlife Policy, Communications and Operations & Event Planning. Environmental Council internships are unpaid but will ensure you college credit. More information can be found via Michigan Environmental Council Website. If interested, submit a resume, cover letter (with internship track preference), and availability to (interns@environmentalcouncil.org) by Sept. 8.

Career-Related Events

JMC LinkedIn Badge Program
JMC's LinkedIn Badge Program offers current Madison students the opportunity to pursue professional development training and share new skills on LinkedIn. Students who attend three eligible career events hosted at JMC can earn the Career Readiness Badge. Learn more on our website and register for events via Handshake:

• Ask Us Anything: Grad & Law School, Sept. 9 at 5 p.m. in 329 South Case Hall. Register to attend via Handshake

• Internships 101, Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. in 329 South Case Hall

• Resume & Cover Letter Development, Sept. 29 at 4:30 p.m. in 329 South Case Hall. Register to attend via Handshake

JMC’s Career Services and Field Experiences offices are located in 329 S. Case Hall. Career Advisor Karissa Chabot-Purchase and Field Experience Coordinator Lauren Michalak are available to support you throughout your time at the college. Schedule appointments with Karissa via Handshake and Lauren via student.msu.edu.

MSU Local Job and Internship Fair 2025 
Sept. 4, 3 to 6 p.m. at Munn Ice Aren (509 Birch Rd.). In search of employment for the school year? MSU Career Services Network will be hosting a local job and internship fair Thursday, September 4th. This career fair is open to all students looking for part-time jobs on campus or in the surrounding community. Register to attend via Handshake 

OAS Virtual Internship Workshop 
Sept. 8, at 11 a.m. virtually. Join this online workshop on to learn how to apply for the Organization of American States (OAS) Internship Program. The two-hour session will cover resume and cover letter tips, the application process, and where to find OAS career opportunities including internships, consultancies and staff roles. Register to attend via OAS Microsoft Form

Mock Networking Day at Broad College of Business
Sept. 8, 2 to 4 p.m. in the Minskoff Pavilion (651 N Shaw Lane). This event will help you prepare your elevator pitch at an upcoming career fair, practice small group discussion and give you tools to be successful in virtual networking settings. Sign up for one or multiple 20 minute networking prep sessions. In person and virtual sessions available. Register via Handshake

Interviewing Strategies
Sept. 10, 11:30 a.m. to 12: 15 p.m. virtually. Join Career Services to learn how to effectively prepare for the many forms interviews continue to take (in-person, virtual, asynchronous). Register to attend via Handshake

Daniel Rosenthal Legislative Intern Workshop & Luncheon
Sept. 10, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Anderson House Office Building, Lansing. This workshop focuses on internship best practices and future career opportunities for those with legislative experience. Learn more via JMC and contact Lauren Michalak (michal34@msu.edu) to register.

Funding Opportunities

JMC Field Experience Scholarships
Applications for JMC's Field Experience Scholarships for the Fall 2025 Semester are now open (applications due Sept. 5, 2025). Students who are planning to do their field experience (internship for credit via MC 400 & 401 or approved equivalent) in Fall 2025 are eligible to apply. Learn more on JMC’s website.

Gordon and Norma Public Policy Internship Award
This award is open to students of any major who are planning a public policy-related internship that will count for MSU internship credit. Applications for the Fall 2025 Semester are now open (apply by Oct. 9). Find more information on the award and application details via PDF. 

Internships Spotlight: Elena Sweeney

Elena Sweeney is a JMC junior majoring in Social Relations and Policy. Below, she shares her summer 2025 internship experience with Hilton’s Global Corporate Headquarters.

“This summer, I interned at Hilton’s Global Corporate Headquarters in McLean, VA, with the Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships team. Hilton, a leading global hospitality company with 22 world-class brands, is deeply committed to social impact and community engagement through their Travel with Purpose strategy. Throughout my internship, I supported planning for Hilton’s global week of service, researched international nonprofit partners, explored AI-driven approaches to corporate philanthropy and developed a searchable database of 400+ nonprofit partner organizations. I also helped coordinate a food drive for So Others Might Eat at HQ and presented Gen Z engagement strategies to senior leadership. In addition to project work, our internship class took part in great programming such as  a hotel immersion experience at the Capital Hilton, a community service day with DC Central Kitchen and extensive networking opportunities with executive leadership. I’m excited to continue this work as I extend my internship into the fall. 
FYI- Hilton’s Corporate Internship application is open for Summer 2026! Feel free to reach out to me at sween208@msu.edu with any questions or to set up a one-on-one to discuss the program.”

Learn more about JMC’s field experience requirement on our website. Students interested in planning their internship can connect with JMC Field Experience Coordinator Lauren Michalak (schedule an appointment with her via student.msu.edu).

Have a suggestion or submission for this newsletter? Contact Jane Deacon (locket20@msu.edu).