Fwd: [UCSBADVS] Intern in D.C. or Sacramento! Still accepting applications for winter/spring 2027

[Undergrad Advising Global Studies]

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From: Emily Tom-Atzberger <em...@eap.ucsb.edu>
Date: Wed, Jul 29, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Subject: [UCSBADVS] Intern in D.C. or Sacramento! Still accepting applications for winter/spring 2027
To: UCSBADVS <ucsb...@ltsc.ucsb.edu>

Hello Advisors,

Would you be able to forward the email below to your students?  We're still accepting applications for winter/spring 2027.

Thank you!

Emily Tom-Atzberger

Associate Director
UCSB Capital Internship Program

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Intern in DC or Sacramento!   The CIP office is open this summer to help you plan for this valuable professional experience.   What is UCSB's Capital Internship Program? UCSB's Capital Internship Program (CIP) is an academic internship program that enables students to live, study, and intern in Washington, DC (UCDC) or Sacramento. Interns receive valuable practical experience & guidance from UC staff and access to unique professional development opportunities. Set yourself apart from others by getting this hands-on experience before graduating! Ainsley's Internship Experience Click here to view Ainsley's video "UCDC definitely changed me for the better.  I feel so much more certain of my path now. With everything that I do, I know what I'm working towards. I know what I like and what I don't like and I'm able to readjust my focus to school accordingly."

UCDC Application Deadlines Winter 2027: September 30, 2026 (extended deadline - rolling admission) Spring 2027: November 4, 2026 (extended deadline - rolling admission) Summer/Fall 2027: TBD For more information about the application process click here.

UC Sacramento (UCCS) Application Deadlines Spring 2027: October 1, 2026 (final deadline, rolling admissions) Summer 2027 Priority deadline: December 3, 2026 Final deadline: January 7, 2027 Fall 2027: TBD For more information about the application process click here.

Why Participate? Open to ALL majors! Gain internship and/or research experience and boost your resume! Earn UC units that count towards graduation requirements! Use your financial aid package! Build your professional network Curriculum & Internships Course + Internship (12 units total)      -Internship (8 units)       -Seminar course (4 units) Current and projected course offerings Past internship organizations -not limited to political science  Previously pre-approved major courses. Ask your department if your selected course may be preapproved. Summer term: students intern only for academic units (4-8) and do not enroll in courses. Curriculum & Internships

Program focuses on public policy and research Courses + Internship + Research (16 units total)     -Internship (6 units)     -Essentials of Policy Research (2 units)     -California Politics and Policy (4 units)     -Research Design & Methods (4 units) Syllabi are available here.  Set curriculum for all quarters. Previous internship organizations -under the Student Spotlight posts. Obtain RESEARCH experience in addition to getting internship experience. Learn More: Info Sessions (hybrid) Attend in-person or by Zoom to learn more! Thurs, Aug 6 @ 2pm - Register here! Wed, Aug 19 @ 2pm - Register here! Tues, Sept 1 @ 2pm - Register here! Thurs, Sept 24 @ 2pm - Register here!

UCDC Gaucho Alumni say...

"My UCDC experience solidified my career path, showing me that journalism is what I'm really passionate about and want to someday pursue. The program also helped me build professional and social connections that I've sustained since my return from DC."                                - Isabella G.,                                               Communications Intern Click here for more student experiences!

Contact Your UCSB CIP Advisor!

Nathalie Pérez-Cino npere...@ucsb.edu | SAASB 2201 Email your questions and/or schedule an appointment.

Interns in DC and Sacramento   Connect with CIP on Instagram!

Questions? Contact us at eap-capital...@ucsb.edu or make an advising appointment!   SAASB 2201

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Global Studies Undergraduate Advising Team

Meghan Zero + Taylor Ross + Undergraduate Peer Advisors

Email: global-...@ucsb.edu|Appointment info here  

Phone: (805) 893-7860

See this page for full contact info