Events

Come celebrate the successful completion of the academic year internship program with the career development team, student interns, and employer partners on Tuesday, May 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Mercury Public Affairs 225 N Michigan Avenue in Chicago.

Welcome! Join us to learn more about being a CD Ambassador and connect with the team over breakfast.

Join us to learn about White House Internships. Session led by former White House interns.

Join us to begin onboarding for AY 2023-24!

Join us virtually for a remote lunch and media club!

Meet your Mentees or Mentors, accompanied by an amazing view of the city!

Join us for a captivating coworking day at the Harold Washington Library, featuring guided tours by library staff and access to Harold Washington archives and exhibits.

Join us as we delve into the inner workings of the Chicago City Council and gain a deeper understanding of the Chicago political landscape.

Discover insights and solutions for bridging the urban-rural divide at an event hosted by Mercury LLC, featuring former US Representative Cheri Bustos.

Join us as we delve into the inner workings of City Hall and gain a deeper understanding of Chicago.

Join us at the IOP for a Coworking Day!

Join us to celebrate July 4th in the capital with its signature fireworks show!

Join us at the IOP for a Coworking Day and the launch of our Summer Book Club

Join us to meet other interns and enjoy pizza accompanied by an amazing view of the city!

Join us virtually for our introductory event and the launch of our Summer 2023 Book Club

Enjoy some boba with IOP staff and your fellow interns following the Charles H. Percy Summer in Washington Reception!

Join us to watch Congress Members play baseball!

Join us to meet other interns and take in a private screening of a Chicago political documentary!

Join us to meet other interns and enjoy the city before the summer season kicks in!

Looking for Help with your resume, cover letter, or just want some career advice? Feel free to drop by the IOP for some personalized help from one of the IOP's Career Development Staff.

Looking for Help with your resume, cover letter, or just want some career advice? Feel free to drop by the IOP for some personalized help from one of the IOP's Career Development Staff.

Looking for Help with your resume, cover letter, or just want some career advice? Feel free to drop by the IOP for some personalized help from one of the IOP's Career Development Staff.

Looking for Help with your resume, cover letter, or just want some career advice? Feel free to drop by the IOP for some personalized help from one of the IOP's Career Development Staff.

Looking for Help with your resume, cover letter, or just want some career advice? Feel free to drop by the IOP for some personalized help from one of the IOP's Career Development Staff.

If you are a fourth year student in the College trying to navigate the uncertainty of finding a full-time job in public service after graduation, join UChicago alums to hear their stories on how they networked and applied for jobs to find employment after graduation. Join the IOP to talk strategy for finding jobs, networking with alumni, and explaining to your family that the public service hiring process is not straightforward and takes longer than classmates opting to go into more traditional private sector jobs. 

Interview Workshop

Interested in working in Washington, DC? Join us on Thursday, November 15, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. CT as we hear from DC insiders on how to position yourself for success in Washington.

Learn from the UChicago College Center for Research and Fellowships about opportunities for students to pursue scholarships and fellowships during summers and beyond their days at UChicago

Session for UChicago advisors to meet with Katy Hogan from the Partnership for Public Service. Katy will provide tips for placing students within federal jobs and internships.

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Learn about how to get started looking for careers in public service

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Learn about how to get started looking for careers in public service

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Learn about working with the State Department from two Summer 2022 State Department interns!

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

IOP Interns: Support your local Washington Nationals on Friday, August 26

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the final mixer of the summer

Join National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan for a conversation on his work in the Biden administration

The Inside Scoop: Join Heather Caygle for a conversation on the state of journalism in America

Join Senator Richard Durbin (D-Illinois) for breakfast and a conversation about his extensive career in political office

Join Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) for a photo op and a brief conversation on his work in the Senate

Join DC-based interns, employers, and alumni for a reception overlooking the National Mall

Join your fellow DC-based interns for the IOP's first mixer of the summer!

This program is mandatory to attend for students who are participating in academic-year internships through the IOP's ACE and UPReP programs.

Interested in working on Capitol Hill? Join us on Friday, November 12, 2021, at 12:30 p.m. CT as we hear from a DC insider on how to position yourself for success in Washington.

This program is for students who are interested in learning about academic-year internships as part of the IOP's ACE and UPReP programs.

Join alumni pursuing justice through law and policy on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. CT to learn more about their experiences as they’ve navigated careers pursuing Justice.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

Join Black alumni on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. CT to learn more about their experiences as they’ve navigated careers in politics and public service.

Interested in careers in Climate and Environmental Advocacy? Join us on Monday, April 26, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. CT as we hear from UChicago alums who all work at the intersection of climate and environmental advocacy and public service.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

Interested in careers in journalism? Join us on Monday, April 5, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. CT as we hear from three UChicago alums who all work within the intersection of journalism and public service.

This event is for students who are interested in learning about the IOP's summer stipend program.

Over the course of two days, the IOP's Career Development team will host panels on how to set yourself up for careers in politics and public service. Day 2 panels will be focused on getting hired in the following Chicago-focused sectors: Panel one: Advocacy. Panel 2: Local Government. Panel 3: Civic Tech

Over the course of two days, the IOP's Career Development team will host panels on how to set yourself up for careers in politics and public service. Day 1 panels will be focused on getting hired in the following D.C.-focused sectors: Panel one: Think Tanks. Panel 2: Politics/Government. Panel 3: Media

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

Interested in a career path that balances your love for politics and data science? Join us on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. CT as we hear from three UChicago alums who all work within the intersection of politics and data science and technology.

These office hours are open to any student with questions about internships, cover letters, resumes, job searches, etc.

This workshop is for students who are interested in learning about the experiences of women in politics, working for male versus female elected officials, and how to build a diverse mentor network.

This workshop is for students who are interested in learning about cover letter writing.

Ever think about running for office or wonder how such a major endeavor gets off the ground? Join us on Monday, Feb. 8, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. CT as we hear from three UChicago alums who have all run for office themselves.

This event is for students who are interested in learning about the IOP's summer internship program.

If you’re a junior or senior who is stressing out about applying for jobs this year, or if you’d just like to hear from some of our amazing new alumni, join us on Tuesday, November 17th at 5:30 p.m. CT! We will be hearing from three alumni who graduated within the last two years and all successfully got a job, even in the toughest of circumstances.