Internship

GLOA 695: Internship (3 credits)

On-the-job training related to the Global Affairs MA through an approved internship. 

Who is eligible to enroll in GLOA 695?

Enrollment is open to all MA Global Affairs students who have:

  • earned a total of 6 graduate credits
  • successfully completed GLOA 600 and GLOA 610 and/or GLOA 615
  • have a 3.0 GPA overall

How do I apply? 

Submit the following three items to globalma@gmu.edu before the deadline for the given semester. 

How many credits can I earn?

Anywhere from 1 to 3 credits. The number of credits you receive for GLOA 695 is tied to the amount of work you complete for your internship. The credits will be applied to your declared specialization. In order to earn academic credit, you must register and pay tuition for the course.

For 1 credit: 

  • Work at least 45 hours over the course of 8 weeks
  • Fulfill all requirements as outlined in the syllabus 

For 2 credits: 

  • Work at least 90 hours over the course of 8 weeks
  • Fulfill all requirements as outlined in the syllabus
  • Submit monthly check-ins to the instructor of GLOA 695  

For 3 credits:

  • Work at least 135 hours over the course of 8 weeks
  • Fulfill all requirements as outlined in the syllabus
  • Submit monthly check-ins to the instructor of GLOA 695  
  • Create learning objectives in consultation with the instructor of GLOA 695