Internship
Internship, 1.5-credits
Note: SIPA IA9013 – Internship is available only to MIA and MPA students who entered SIPA before Fall 2025. Students who begin their studies in Fall 2025, as well as any continuing students who have opted into the new curriculum, must register for SIPA IA9015.
Internships are an integral part of the student experience at SIPA. Students in most of the MPA and MIA degree programs are required to register for and conduct an internship as part of their academic coursework. Still, all students are encouraged to explore internships as part of their education and career development. Students can register for a maximum of three internship credits toward their degree. Students who wish to earn internship credit for non-research internships will register for
SIPA U9013
in the fall or spring semesters. Note: SIPA does not permit registration for internship credit during the summer term. Students completing their internship during the summer months and wishing to earn academic credit must register in the Fall or Spring semester.
SIPA IA9013 Section 001: 1.5-points, Section 002: 3-points; Section 003: 0-points.
- 1.5 points
Internship
Internship, 3-credits
Note: SIPA IA9013 – Internship is available only to MIA and MPA students who entered SIPA before Fall 2025. Students who begin their studies in Fall 2025, as well as any continuing students who have opted into the new curriculum, must register for SIPA IA9015.
Internships are an integral part of the student experience at SIPA. Students in most of the MPA and MIA degree programs are required to register for and conduct an internship as part of their academic coursework. Still, all students are encouraged to explore internships as part of their education and career development. Students can register for a maximum of three internship credits toward their degree. Students who wish to earn internship credit for non-research internships will register for
SIPA U9013
in the fall or spring semesters. Note: SIPA does not permit registration for internship credit during the summer term. Students completing their internship during the summer months and wishing to earn academic credit must register in the Fall or Spring semester.
SIPA IA9013 Section 001: 1.5-points, Section 002: 3-points; Section 003: 0-points.
- 3 points
Internship
Internship, 0-credits
Note: SIPA IA9013 – Internship is available only to MIA and MPA students who entered SIPA before Fall 2025. Students who begin their studies in Fall 2025, as well as any continuing students who have opted into the new curriculum, must register for SIPA IA9015.
Internships are an integral part of the student experience at SIPA. Students in most of the MPA and MIA degree programs are required to register for and conduct an internship as part of their academic coursework. Still, all students are encouraged to explore internships as part of their education and career development. Students can register for a maximum of three internship credits toward their degree. Students who wish to earn internship credit for non-research internships will register for
SIPA U9013
in the fall or spring semesters. Note: SIPA does not permit registration for internship credit during the summer term. Students completing their internship during the summer months and wishing to earn academic credit must register in the Fall or Spring semester.
SIPA IA9013 Section 001: 1.5-points, Section 002: 3-points; Section 003: 0-points.
- 0 points
Internship
Internship - Spring
Note: Beginning with the entering class of Fall 2025, all MIA and MPA SIPA students are required to register for SIPA IA9015 to fulfill the School’s internship requirement. This course carries no academic credit and is intended to formally record completion of the internship component of the degree program.
the internship experience is a vital component of a SIPA education, providing students with opportunities to apply their classroom learning to real-world challenges, develop professional skills, and expand their networks. The Career Advancement Center supports students throughout this process with dedicated advising, access to a wide range of internship opportunities, and professional development resources to ensure each internship contributes meaningfully to their career goals.
Visit SIPA Career Advancement Center for more information.
- 0 points
Internship
Internship - Summer
Note: Beginning with the entering class of Fall 2025, all MIA and MPA SIPA students are required to register for SIPA IA9015 to fulfill the School’s internship requirement. This course carries no academic credit and is intended to formally record completion of the internship component of the degree program.
the internship experience is a vital component of a SIPA education, providing students with opportunities to apply their classroom learning to real-world challenges, develop professional skills, and expand their networks. The Career Advancement Center supports students throughout this process with dedicated advising, access to a wide range of internship opportunities, and professional development resources to ensure each internship contributes meaningfully to their career goals.
Visit SIPA Career Advancement Center for more information.
- 0 points
Master s Thesis in International Affai
Master's Thesis: Intl Aff
This seminar supports the writing and revision of the MIA policy thesis. Building on the Fall Preparatory Seminar, students will conduct in-depth research, develop their arguments, and produce a polished, 30-page thesis that examines a pressing international policy challenge. The thesis must include historical and contextual background, policy analysis, and a reasoned recommendation for reform, continuation, or change. Students will meet individually with the instructor throughout the semester and present a brief oral defense of their findings. A mid-semester draft and final submission are required.
- 3 points