Tim Zeeb
2002 Graduate Becomes Managing Director at Conway MacKenzie
Why an internship?
If you are interested in sponsoring an internship, please email us at [email protected] with the following:
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PLS & IR Internship Syllabus
PLS & IR Internship FAQ
Experience Matters
See examples of GVSU International Relations internships from each student's perspective at the Experience Matters site.
Political Science: Dr. Donald Zinman
Phone: (616) 331-8714; Email: [email protected]
International Relations: Dr. Polly Diven
Phone: (616) 331-3282; Email: [email protected]
The International Relations faculty work closely with Career Services and students on internships and career advising. Students are highly encouraged to pursue an internship. Capstone professors help senior students to prepare for careers and graduate school. For more information, consult our career guide and visit with your faculty advisor.
International relations is a suitable major for many graduate programs:
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Pre-law
See the graduate school section of our career guide.
2002 Graduate Becomes Managing Director at Conway MacKenzie
Assistant to Political Affairs, Royal Thai Embassy in D.C.
Graduate of the Georgetown Law Class of 2014 and member of the Georgetown Global Law Scholars
Compliance Office for U.S. Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control
Kaylin Klein now working for Fidelity Investments
Dr. Tafel wins Pew Teaching Excellence Award
Feb 19, 2024
Eligibility is open to all students who major in political science or international relations.
Feb 13, 2024
The John T. Batchelder scholarship is funded by a generous grant from the Batchelder family. The scholarship honors Dr. John Thayer Batchelder who served as a Grand Valley State University professor until his retirement in 1997.
Feb 13, 2024
The GV in DC Endowed Scholarship helps Grand Valley students study and intern in Washington, D.C.
Feb 13, 2024
Kuo lectured on what we get right and wrong about China.
Feb 6, 2024
March 26, 2024 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
The Political Science Department invites you to hear from attorney Adam Sturdivent. After graduating from GVSU, Adam began practicing law in Ohio but returned to Grand Rapids in 2008. Come hear about...
April 4, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Recent debates over public school curricula, including “anti-CRT” initiatives and attacks on “gender ideology,” have led to a reinvigoration of maternalist politics in the United...
April 7, 2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K-Pop Unleashed is K-Pop Group Evolution's annual dance and cultural showcase. This event features performances and discussions from both Grand Valley clubs and other organizations in the Grand...
April 13, 2024 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
A Traditional Powwow is a gathering and celebration of Native American culture through ceremony, song, dance, feasting, and socializing. Traditional pow wows include dancers, drum groups,...
April 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
A Traditional Powwow is a gathering and celebration of Native American culture through ceremony, song, dance, feasting, and socializing. Traditional pow wows include dancers, drum groups,...