Internships
Gain practical, real-world experience in government, public service, non-profit, and civic engagement settings before graduating.
Washington D.C.
For students looking to gain firsthand experience on Capitol Hill
Tallahassee Legislature
Assist within the Florida legislature during Spring legislative session
Global Internships
Have international experiences through internships at home or abroad
CiviGators
Work in local government offices on issues that take place in our Gainesville community
Gulf Scholars
Make a tangible difference in Florida communities through internships and impact projects
Local, State and National Internships
The Bob Graham Center hosts internships on the local, state, and federal levels of government for UF students.
Register for the August 28 virtual info session for the Spring 2027 WIP and TIP programs.
| Name | Eligibility | Application Deadline | Apply Here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tallahassee Internship Program | All returning UF undergraduates | Sept. 8, 2026 Late applications will only be reviewed if there is program need. | Apply |
| University of Florida Washington D.C. Internship Program | All returning UF undergraduates | Sept. 8, 2026 Late applications will only be reviewed if there is program need. | Apply |
| CiviGators Internship Program | All returning UF undergraduates | Review begins July 2, 2026. | Closed |
| Florida Gubernatorial Fellows | UF undergrads, recent grads, grad students | Jan. 30, 2026 | Closed |
| The Washington Center | All returning UF undergraduates | Ongoing | Apply |
Global Internships
All UF students are encouraged to explore the Bob Graham Center’s Global Internships. These opportunities vary in expectations, benefits, and locations.
| Organization and Role Title | Term | Location | Eligibility | Application Deadline | Apply Here |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Refugee Assistance Alliance
| Spring & Summer | Remote | All UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
| African American Research Library and Cultural Center | Summer | Fort Lauderdale, FL | All UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
| Summer | Delray Beach, FL | All UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
WLRN
| Summer | Miami, FL | All UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
AI² Center
| Summer | Istanbul, Turkey (as part of the UF in Istanbul Study Abroad Program) | All UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
SEUS/Japan
| Fall | Remote | All UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
Smathers Libraries Latin American & Caribbean Collection
| Summer | On UF Campus | All returning UF undergraduates | Closed | Closed |
Students who secure their own Global Internships can contact Dr. Onursal Erol before the internship start date to discuss the possibility of earning academic credit for their experience.
CLAS students: Explore additional internship options through the Beyond120 program offered by UF’s College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.
Gulf Scholars Internships
Are you ready to make an impact in the Gulf region while advancing your academic and professional goals? Each semester, UF Gulf Scholars offers several funded experiential learning opportunities that fulfill the Experiential Learning + Gulf Impact Project requirement for the Gulf Scholars medallion. Learn more about open internship positions by visiting UF Gulf Scholars.
Don’t miss your chance to gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and connect with dedicated mentors.
Financial Support for Experiential Learning
The Colburn Student Opportunity Fund, named for the former director of the Bob Graham Center, Dr. David Colburn, provides needs-based support to undergraduate students who have secured experiential learning opportunities in civic engagement, public leadership, effective public policy, and public service beyond the confines of the Alachua County community.
The application cycle is currently open and closes July 19. The fund is open to all majors, regardless of UF college. Learn more.
CLAS students: Explore additional scholarship options through the Beyond120 scholarships and the Dean’s Office Scholarships.