USU Institute of Government & Politics

07/13/2026

Join us Saturday the 18th at the Logan Library for a lecture exploring how education helps cultivate the virtues on which constitutional government ultimately depends.

06/25/2026

LOCAL INTERNSHIP ALERT: City of Tremonton

The City of Tremonton is looking for a Community Development Intern. While there is no deadline for applications, the sooner the better.

To apply, email a resume and cover letter to [email protected]

USU's Institute of Government and Politics (IOGP) connects students, staff, faculty, and community with opportunities to learn more about government, politics, and public policy. USU's IOGP is non-partisan and does not endorse any political party, candidate, or particular policy position.

06/25/2026

Are you looking for a 2026 Fall Internship?

Blake Moore's congressional office is seeking an intern to join its Ogden, Utah team. They have extended their deadline to July 1st.

Apply at: https://blakemoore.house.gov/services/internships

06/24/2026

Did you know the word bodacious is uniquely American?

The word bodacious can also be used to describe Professor Mark Damen's America 250 lecture last Saturday!

Whether we were learning about our largest linguistic export, "OK," or the impact that being an ocean away from the British had on the American accent, Professor Damen kept us laughing through it all.

Catch the next America 250 lecture on July 18th at 4 pm at the Logan Library.

05/26/2026

We are Hiring!

Looking for a driven, communicative candidate with excellent organizational skills to join our team as the Intern Coordinator for the IOGP.

Apply Here: https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/10346/intern-coordinator/job?mobile=false&width=1290&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-420&jun1offset=-360

05/06/2026

Why do Americans say things like “okay”… or “cattywampus”?

Come to Logan Library on June 20th for a fascinating look at how American English evolved and the quirky, uniquely American words that came with it. From everyday phrases to expressions you didn’t realize had a history, this lecture will change the way you hear language.

05/04/2026

We want to welcome home our Spring 2026 D.C. interns. We are so proud of all their hard work.

This could be you! Apply at https://www.usu.edu/iogp/ by September 25th to be eligible for Spring 2027 Congressional internships.

USU's Institute of Government and Politics (IOGP) connects students, staff, faculty, and community with opportunities to learn more about government, politics, and public policy. USU's IOGP is non-partisan and does not endorse any political party, candidate, or particular policy position.

04/21/2026

Professor Kyle Bulthuis presented this weekend as part of America 250's lecture series. His lecture touched on the consequences of the American Revolution for Native Americans, women, religious groups, and commoners, as well as the way the understanding of the word revolution evolved over time.

Thank you to the Logan Library, USU Arts and Sciences, and Logan's America 250 for their partnership in this lecture series. A special thank you to Professor Bulthuis for sharing his insights and time with the community.

Catch these lectures once a month at the Logan Library for the rest of 2026!

USU's Institute of Government and Politics (IOGP) connects students, staff, faculty, and community with opportunities to learn more about government, politics, and public policy. USU's IOGP is non-partisan and does not endorse any political party, candidate, or particular policy position.

04/15/2026

What did it actually mean to call something a revolution in 1776? 🇺

Join Professor Bulthuis as he digs into the events, ideas, and outcomes from 1763–1789 that transformed the British American colonies and still shape how we understand revolution today.

Was it truly a radical change? And what does it look like from our perspective now?

04/09/2026

The Office of the Lieutenant Governor is currently hiring a paid Summer 2026 intern (May–August) at the Utah State Capitol.

This internship offers hands-on experience in key areas of state government, including:

• Elections and voter outreach

• Campaign finance and lobbyist regulation

• Notary and document authentication

• Government entity registration

It’s a great opportunity for students looking to explore careers in public administration, policy, or government operations while building practical, real-world experience.

30–40 hours/week

$15/hour

In-person (Salt Lake City, UT)

Apply by April 17, 2026

USU's Institute of Government and Politics (IOGP) connects students, staff, faculty, and community with opportunities to learn more about government, politics, and public policy. USU's IOGP is non-partisan and does not endorse any political party, candidate, or particular policy position.

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