The Walker Institute at Weber State University

The Walker Institute at Weber State University The Olene S. The Walker Institute provides programs which develop student leadership opportunities and promote interest in public service.

Walker Institute of Politics & Public Service at Weber State University cultivates civic dispositions within the student population and the community through programming opportunities for K-12, college students, and community members. It is our vision to bring a better understanding of the political process to the community and assist in training future leaders to become involved in public service.

Student Opportunity: Intern for Peter CrosbyThe Peter Crosby for Congressional District 2 campaign is looking for 2-3 in...
08/21/2026

Student Opportunity: Intern for Peter Crosby

The Peter Crosby for Congressional District 2 campaign is looking for 2-3 interns. This internship is unpaid, however, scholarships are available for qualifying students. Hours are flexible.

Email [email protected] for more information.

Proud Intern Moment 🏆Porter Lee, one of our Walker interns, received the inaugural Orrin G. Hatch Foundation Intern Scho...
08/17/2026

Proud Intern Moment 🏆

Porter Lee, one of our Walker interns, received the inaugural Orrin G. Hatch Foundation Intern Scholarship alongside Cade Ramsey from Brigham Young University.

The OGH Foundation awards scholarships to Utah students who have demonstrated a commitment to public service as Capitol Hill interns. Porter has interned for Utah Senate Majority Whip Chris Wilson and for America’s Credit Unions in Washington, D.C.

Upon receiving the scholarship, he said, “I’m honored to receive the OGH Intern Scholarship as I prepare to begin my internship in Senator Mike Lee’s office. I look forward to gaining firsthand experience on Capitol Hill and learning from those serving our state and nation.” 🏛️

We’re so proud of Porter for this incredible achievement. Join us in congratulating him!

Intern for the School and Institutional Trust Funds Office (SITFO)SITFO analyst interns assist in building and maintaini...
08/17/2026

Intern for the School and Institutional Trust Funds Office (SITFO)
SITFO analyst interns assist in building and maintaining investment/economic portfolio reports and models, and analyze manager research. If your major is in finance, mathematics, business, or a similar field, this opportunity might be for you!

Qualifications:
- Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas concisely, verbally, in deliverables, and in small groups
- Strong independent thinking skills
- Ability to innovate and improve workflows and processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
- Ability to work with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
- Capable of succeeding independently and in a team

For more information and to apply, visit bit.ly/SITFO

Last week, we hosted the Olene Walker VOTE Certification course, in collaboration with the Lt. Governor’s Office and Sou...
08/14/2026

Last week, we hosted the Olene Walker VOTE Certification course, in collaboration with the Lt. Governor’s Office and Southern Utah University’s Leavitt Center.

The Olene Walker VOTE Certification provides Utah’s current and future election officials with the skills needed to facilitate free, fair and secure elections. This training is a requirement for the county clerk and other election administrators. ✔️ 🗳️

Do you need certification? Contact us at [email protected] or learn more about the upcoming course schedule on our website: weber.edu/walkerinstitute.

Student Opportunity: Work for Rosemary Lesser as a Paid Campaign Intern August 24 through November 3The Rosemary Lesser ...
08/10/2026

Student Opportunity: Work for Rosemary Lesser as a Paid Campaign Intern
August 24 through November 3
The Rosemary Lesser for HD10 campaign is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support field organizing and campaign volunteers during the high-stakes Fall 2026 election cycle. This role offers hands-on experience in Utah’s most competitive state legislative race, providing a unique opportunity to shape policy outcomes directly. Interns will gain unparalleled networking access to local political leaders, professional campaign consultants, and grassroots organizers. As part of the Utah Democratic Party’s coordinated campaign, this role involves high-level collaboration across local, state, and federal campaign levels.

Visit rosemarylesser.com for information about her campaign.
đź“§ To apply for the internship, send a resume, brief statement of interest, weekly availability & start date to [email protected]: Subject: WSU Intern

Want to gain real-world experience in public policy research and communication?Apply for the Utah Foundation’s internshi...
08/05/2026

Want to gain real-world experience in public policy research and communication?

Apply for the Utah Foundation’s internships!
Work 12-20 hours per week in a hybrid environment.

To apply, email a resume, letter of intent, unofficial transcript, and writing sample to Christopher Collard ([email protected]).

Application deadlines:
- April 1 for summer semester (May-August)
- August 1 for fall semester (September-December)
- December 1 for winter semester (January-April).

Internship Opportunity with the Doers Network!The Doers Network is looking for a college student who is comfortable work...
08/04/2026

Internship Opportunity with the Doers Network!
The Doers Network is looking for a college student who is comfortable working in a partisan, conservative environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, able to work independently, and has strong writing and communication skills. No experience necessary.

Find more information at:
doersnetwork.org/internships

Happy National Intern Day! 🎉 We’re proud to connect the next generation of leaders with meaningful opportunities to lear...
07/30/2026

Happy National Intern Day! 🎉

We’re proud to connect the next generation of leaders with meaningful opportunities to learn, serve, and grow. Thank you to our incredible interns for your curiosity, dedication, and commitment to public service. Your future is bright!

Looking for an internship?
Visit weber.edu/walkerinstitute/internships.html or reach out to [email protected] to explore your options.

Intern for Path Forward Utah, Path for Utah, and Hope of Utah!This opportunity is open to students in political science,...
07/27/2026

Intern for Path Forward Utah, Path for Utah, and Hope of Utah!

This opportunity is open to students in political science, communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or related fields to gain first-hand exposure to public policy, government, advocacy, and community engagement. These organizations host public forums, work with elected officials and community leaders, develop policy proposals, create educational campaigns, and address important issues facing Utah and the nation.

Intern responsibilities may include:

Assisting with social media content, messaging, and communications;
Researching public policy and community issues;
Helping coordinate forums, public events, and community meetings;
Supporting outreach to elected officials, organizations, speakers, and participants;
Assisting with day-to-day nonprofit operations;
Preparing event materials, written summaries, newsletters, and promotional content; and
Attending selected meetings, legislative events, forums, and community activities.
Interested students should understand and be comfortable working within a mission centered on conservative policy approaches and principles.

This is an unpaid, hybrid internship, with work completed both remotely and onsite. However, scholarships are available through the Walker Institute for students who qualify.

Contact Kylie Tingey at [email protected] for further information on this position and available scholarships.

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Ogden, UT
84408

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