Programs

The Center for Politics grants Awards for Civic Excellence (ACE) to University of Virginia undergraduate students and educators registered with the Youth Leadership Initiative. ACE grants for students enable undergraduates to gain practical experience in politics and government through summer internships. Student internship placements could include participation in civic-related community outreach, work on political campaigns, voter registration efforts and positions in the offices of elected or appointed officials.

The Diversity and Advocacy Program teaches U.Va. students to create change in self, community, and the world through rigorous academic coursework and unique practical experience. The three components of this program celebrate equity, diversity, and inclusiveness on the local and global levels. First, the Diversity and Advocacy Program gives students the opportunity to work in a non-profit, feminist organization within a university context via an internship in the Women’s Center. Students organize the legal clinic, assist in designing and maintaining websites, organize signature events, and support our communications, marketing, and publicity efforts. Second, the Women’s Center sponsors numerous Signature Events that address gender issues, showcase women’s leadership, and celebrate women’s accomplishments. Third, the Global Women and Change Initiative connects U.Va. students with activists from around the world, and provides students with the tools to become knowledgeable about global women's activism.

The Pro Bono Project challenges every law student to volunteer at least 25 hours annually. Students who complete their required hours will receive a certificate of recognition at the end of their first and second years. Graduating students who have logged at least 75 pro bono hours will be recognized in the commencement brochure and at an awards ceremony during graduation weekend.

The Institute for Public History offers paid summer internships for University of Virginia graduate and undergraduate students at prestigious public history sites.

Sexual and Domestic Violence Services (SDVS) educates students, staff, and faculty at the University of Virginia about intimate violence and its impact on our community. We provide support to survivors of these crimes, work to strengthen the University’s responses and policies so that all victims are treated fairly and appropriately, empower women to resist abuse, and empower men to embrace their role as allies in this work, so that the violence comes to an end.

Join the 6,000 plus students who have participated in the University Internship Programs since it inception in 1976. As a University intern, you will enrich your liberal arts education while earning academic credit toward your major or degree.