Thank you for your interest in the Graduate Public Service Internship program! Obtaining a GPSI internship is a very competitive process. Applying to the program does not guarantee an interview, nor does obtaining an interview guarantee an internship placement.
- To learn more about the program, please fill out our Interest Form
- Check our schedule of upcoming events to see if we are coming to your area - please check back for updates
- Feel free to reach out to our staff
- Check out our Frequently Asked Questions
- Learn about the GPSI Internship Benefits
- Learn about the Participating Agencies we work with
To apply to the GPSI program, please view our Application Instructions. Applicants to the GPSI program participate in a competitive interview process, and may be matched with one or more internship opportunities.
Upon selection for a GPSI internship, interns will be required to maintain enrollment in the GPSI Seminar Course (or an equivalent internship course) each term during the internship.
Most GPSI placements are based in Springfield. However, some placements offer the potential for remote work. This is a good option for UIS students who live in the Chicago area.