Institute of Politics Internship and Seminar
In partnership with the Political Science Department and the College of General Studies, the Institute of Politics Internship and Seminar program offers a 4-credit, letter-graded experience that connects students with an office of an elected official.
- Spring term 2023 applications are due by November 2. Apply now
Legislator for a Day
The Legislator for a Day program occurs each spring and provides students with the unique opportunity to "shadow" a member of the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, the program is being re-evaluted for the Spring of 2022. Please check back for more information.
Elsie Hillman Honors Scholars Program
The Elsie Hillman Honors Scholars program connects entrepreneurial students with regional community partners to develop projects that address community needs and help agencies increase their capacity to do more good.
- 2022-23 Scholars applications are currently being accepted. The deadline is April 22nd.
- Apply here.
Never a Spectator Campus Event
The Never a Spectator Civic Engagement Forum s a unique opportunity for Pitt students to network with some of the region's most prominent leaders.
- We're hosting Never a Spectator 2022 on Friday, November 11. Click here to see our keynote speaker details, meet this year's mentors and get registered.
Ambassadors for Civic Engagement Fellowship
The Ambassadors for Civic Engagement Fellowship connects a team of three graduate students with one community partner to assist the organization with developing and implementing a large project or program.
- Applications for the Fall ACE Fellowship are being accepted until October 14. Apply today
IOP Policy and Elsie Civic Engagement Internship
Interested in working with the IOP on their regional policy initiatives and programs or getting involved in civic engagement programming? Learn more.