Student Opportunities

The Center for Policy Design and Governance (CPDG) invites undergraduate and graduate students to participate in its various events and activities.

CPDG is dedicated to training the next generation of policy design and governance scholars and practitioners. Student affiliates include graduate students in master's and doctoral programs at Syracuse University.

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CPDG Salon Seminars

Our weekly CPDG Salon Seminars occur throughout the academic year. This in-person series provides space for affiliated faculty and Ph.D. students to share and collect feedback on their research. Presenters are welcome to discuss their research in any stage of development.

Internship Opportunities

We offer internships to undergraduate and graduate Syracuse University students interested in policy design, implementation, and evaluation, stakeholder engagement in the policy process, and other related topics.

Internships are available on an as-needed basis. Interested students should fill out the form below to determine compatibility.

Interest Form

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