MPPA 655 - Policy Intern - Social Change

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In their second year of the MPPA program, students are required to complete a 300-hour on-site internship that provides an opportunity to build professional competence, including hands-on application of their studies, network development, and direct experience of an organizational culture. Working in an organizational setting enables students to develop the ability to bring their academic training to bear on practical problems in diverse situations and develop a critical appreciation of the roles and functions of public policy practitioners in organizations and the community. Students also gain insight into the application of theory and best practices in work environments, and the relationships that exist between theory and practice. Student practica are supported by an academic supervisor who actively engages them in reflective learning and serves as a key contact for the internship host.