Author: Grant Reeher Publisher: ISBN: 0786752696 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 266
Book Description
Every year, thousands of college students invade Washington, D.C. and the fifty state capitals to volunteer as political interns. Unfortunately, they are rarely able to "hit the ground running," lacking the tools to help them do so. The Insider's Guide to Political Internships provides those tools. This volume contains practical, concise essays written by political professionals and scholars with extensive experience supervising internships, as well as advice from many former interns. The book highlights internships on Capitol Hill, at the White House, in the executive branch, at the state level, in the Congressional district office, and at non-profit groups.
Author: Grant Reeher Publisher: ISBN: 9780756794323 Category : Languages : en Pages : 235
Book Description
This concise, highly practical volume provides an essential guide of how-toÓ essays for students to succeed in political internships. Every year, thousands of college students invade Wash., D.C. & the 50 state capitals to volunteer as political interns. Unfortunately, they often lack the tools to help them do so. This book provides these tools. It contains practical, concise essays written by political professionals & scholars with extensive experience supervising internships, as well as advice from many former interns. Highlights internships on Capitol Hill, at the White House, in the executive branch, at the state level, in the congressional district office, & at non-profit groups. What you need to know to make yourself invaluable in an office.Ó
Author: William T. Endicott Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0471473626 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 289
Book Description
Praise for An Insider's Guide to POLITICAL JOBS IN WASHINGTON "Bill Endicott has written a remarkable description of whatWashington political jobs entail, how you get them, and where theylead-a public service." -Gerald Ford 38th President of the United States, Former Minority Leader, U.S. House of Representatives "Public service is essential to our democracy. Bill Endicott's book. . . is the best primer I have read to help those interested inserving in our nation's capital. For those of us who have had theopportunity to work in political jobs, this experience benefitsboth the individual and the country." -Leon Panetta Former U.S. Representative, Director of the Office of Managementand Budget, and White House Chief of Staff "A view of the process from the inside-from someone who's beenthere many times. No other source puts all the critical tips intoone place as this book does. The perspective on the process isunique. The personal anecdotes and interviews are invaluable. Weplan to recommend it to everyone who walks in the door hoping tofind a job in politics." -Jennifer Blanck Director of Career and Alumni Services, Georgetown Public Policy Institute, Georgetown University and -John Noble Director of Career Services, Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University
Author: Roger H. Davidson Publisher: CQ Press ISBN: 1071901818 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 656
Book Description
Congress and Its Members has been the gold standard for Congress courses for thirty years. Now in its 19th edition, the book offers comprehensive coverage of the U.S. Congress and the legislative process by examining the tension between Congress as a lawmaking institution and as a collection of politicians constantly seeking re-election. The 19th edition covers the outcomes of the 2022 election and subsequent changes in in congressional organization and leadership, including the protracted battle for the House speakership. The book’s election coverage details regional shifts in party strength, voting behavior, the use of digital media in congressional elections, and state-level efforts to expand and restrict voting access. Up-to-date information on the diversity of the new Congress in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, and professional background is provided. The politics and outcomes of the 2022 primary elections are covered, as well. Always balancing great scholarship with currency, the book features lively case material along with relevant data, charts, maps, and photos.
Author: Bruce Maxwell Publisher: CQ-Roll Call Group Books ISBN: Category : Job hunting Languages : en Pages : 280
Book Description
Billed as the only job-search guide that focuses exclusively on public-policy careers, this book provides tips to getting jobs in the government, private sector, and media in the nation's capital.
Author: Roger H. Davidson Publisher: CQ Press ISBN: 1608716422 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 661
Book Description
Fully updated with all the latest changes and developments, this thirteenth edition continues to provide readers with a comprehensive introduction to US Congress.
Author: Yale Daily News Staff Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin ISBN: 1250029384 Category : Study Aids Languages : en Pages : 1021
Book Description
The Straight-Talking Student's Guide to the Best Colleges in the US With this new edition, The Insider's Guide to the Colleges has been, for 40 years, the most relied-upon resource for high school students looking for honest reports on USA colleges from their fellow students. Having interviewed hundreds of their peers on more than 330 university and college campuses, and by getting the inside scoop on everything from the nightlife and professors to the newest dorms and wildest student organizations, the reporters at the Yale Daily News have created the most candid college choice guide available. In addition to the well-rounded profiles, this edition has been updated to include: Essential statistics for every school, from acceptance rates to popular majors A "College Finder" to help students pick the perfect school FYI sections with student opinions and outrageous off-the-cuff advice, to further help in college selection. The Insider's Guide to the Colleges cuts through the glossy college brochures to get to the things that matter most to students trying to select a college, and by staying on top of trends, it gives those students and their parents the straightforward information they need to choose the school that's right for them.
Author: Yale Daily News Staff Publisher: Macmillan ISBN: 0312672969 Category : Study Aids Languages : en Pages : 1020
Book Description
A guide for prospective college students answers questions on such subjects as the academic strengths and weaknesses, the amount of student/faculty contact, and housing and food quality for more than three hundred schools in North America.
Author: Yale Daily News Staff Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin ISBN: 1429935316 Category : Study Aids Languages : en Pages : 1024
Book Description
The Straight-Talking Student's Guide to the Best Colleges For more than thirty-five years, The Insider's Guide to the Colleges has been the favorite resource of high school students across the country because it is the only comprehensive college reference written and researched by students for students. In interviews with hundreds of peers on campuses from New York to Hawaii and Florida to Alaska, our writers have gotten the inside scoop on every school on topics ranging from professors and campus life to dorms and student activities. This thirty-sixth edition has been completely revised and updated to stay on top of campus trends and attitudes. Each school profile in The Insider's Guide cuts through the veneer of brochures and common stereotypes to reveal colleges as they're seen through the eyes of their students. This comprehensive guide includes: - Revealing profiles of more than 330 top schools in the United States and Canada - Essential statistics for every school, from acceptance rates to the most popular majors - An insider's packing list detailing what every college student really needs to bring - A college quiz that helps students find the type of school that is right for them - FYI sections with candid student opinions and outrageous advice
Author: Grant Reeher
Author: Grant Reeher
Author: William T. Endicott
Author: Alecia T. Devantier
Author: Roger H. Davidson
Author: Bruce Maxwell
Author: Roger H. Davidson
Author: Yale Daily News Staff
Author: Yale Daily News Staff
Author: Yale Daily News Staff