Student Comments About The
Governor's Summer Internship Program

"To work in the public sector - promoting policies that enhance, improve, and enrich the lives of citizens and having the honor of working in the Office of Budget Analysis, gave me the opportunity to understand the means by which more results can be derived with the same number of resources."
Towson University Participant, Department of Budget and Management

"I was interested in obtaining a practical application of my academic coursework in Economics. My internship at Dept. of Business and Economic Development provided this opportunity. I was able to gain a better understanding of what policy work in economic development was really about."
Johns Hopkins University Participant, Dept. of Business & Economic Development

"The placement in the Office of the Secretary of State was extremely interesting. I was able to meet some of the key decision makers of the Administration, gain a better understanding of the operations of State government, and develop an interest in future public service."
Washington and Lee University Participant, Office of the Secretary of State

"Writing a policy paper for the Governor was a great experience. The people in my office were friendly and helpful. They welcomed me and gave me the respect of a regular employee and didn't make me feel like I was an intern. Because I was a GSIP intern, my responsibilities were greater then other interns in the office. The seminars were also interesting."
Towson University Participant, Governor's Office of Crime Control & Prevention

"My placement was very interesting. I learned a lot about the functions and roles of state agencies. I've always been a well-organized person. However, I feel this internship has definitely made me even more organized. Giving presentations has helped me perfect my public speaking skills which are crucial to speech majors like myself."
Frostburg State University Participant, Maryland Higher Education Commission

"My placement was akin to my goals, in that it provided me insight on how legislation is written and passed in Maryland. This will be helpful as I go on to study law."
St. Mary's College of MD Participant, Dept. of Business & Economic Development

"I have always been interested in education policy and improvement of instruction and curriculum. This internship was an amazing opportunity to learn more about education policy and ways to change it. I had an amazing real world experience which only helped me realize that yes, I can make it in the real world and that my passion for education only keeps growing with these types of opportunities."
Towson University Participant, Maryland State Department of Education

"My aspirations include pursuing a career in human rights and international law. I am interested in public service. This internship has helped me to conceive applicable ideas to formulate them in a coherent manner, and to focus on relaying them in a persuasive way."
Johns Hopkins University Participant, Office of the Governor

"My placement at MSDE was soooo interesting, and I will treasure this experience for the rest of my life. Because I am an aspiring teacher, this experience has given me a different perspective on education and educational issues. I will be able to reflect upon many of these experiences and knowledge in the classroom."
St. Mary's College of Maryland Participant, MD State Department of Education

"The program not only helps students understand government, but will look great on a resume."
Hood College Participant, Governor's Office of Crime Control & Prevention

"The seminars and policy papers make the experience feel like it's much more than a job. The diversity of my repsonsiblities and experiences made the program stand out in my mind. No complaints here!"
Towson University Participant, Department of the Maryland State Police

"The program is an excellent experience. The placements are good, work is substantive and very interesting. Great program!"
University of MD Baltimore County Participant, MD Dept. of the Environment

"The best aspect of this program is the chance to work in a state agency and link your work to action through a presentation to the Governor. Overall, a fantastic experience!"
University of MD College Park Participant, MD State Department of Education

"Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to participate in the Governor's Summer Internship Program. I couldn't have asked for a better summer job and group of people to work with (my mentor, the people at my office, and the other interns). I would recommend this program to self-motivated students who are looking to get the most out of an internship."
Villanova University Participant, Department of Natural Resources

"This is the best program I've been involved with, as an intern. The policy paper presentation to the Governor made us feel important and helped encourage us to participate in Public Service."
Mount St. Mary's, Maryland Office for New Americans
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