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La Casita Center

Spanish Immersion Intern

Louisville, KY · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Duties will evolve as the intern grows with their Spanish and their knowledge of the Center ... veteran status, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the ...

La Casita Center

Spanish Immersion Intern

Louisville, KY · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Duties will evolve as the intern grows with their Spanish and their knowledge of the Center ... veteran status, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the ...

La Casita Center

Advocacy Liaison Intern

Louisville, KY · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

The intern will gain practical work experience in the area of social work, case management, and ... veteran status, political ideology, age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, or the ...

GlobalFoundries inc.

$20.66/hr

## Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)Applylocations: USA - Vermont ... political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression ...

Advanced Micro Devices

$27.55/hr

As an AMD intern or co-op, you'll be placed at the epicenter of the AI ecosystem, working alongside ... political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity ...

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Faurecia

Engineering Intern

Louisville, KY · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

FORVIA is looking for a year-round Engineering Intern for its location in Louisville, KY. Your ... Political Savvy * Demonstrates Self-Awareness * Develops Talent * Collaborates with Others

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for political intern in Kentucky is $14.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a political intern?

A Political Intern assists politicians, government agencies, or political organizations with research, administrative tasks, and event coordination. Responsibilities may include drafting policy briefs, managing correspondence, and engaging with constituents. Interns gain hands-on experience in legislative processes, campaign strategies, and public affairs. This role helps develop communication, analytical, and networking skills essential for a career in politics or public service.

What types of projects and responsibilities should I expect as a political intern?

As a Political Intern, you may assist with policy research, draft correspondence, prepare briefing materials, and help coordinate events or meetings. Daily tasks often include monitoring current events, summarizing legislation, managing constituent communications, and supporting outreach efforts. You’ll likely work closely with staff members, participate in team meetings, and interact with a diverse group of stakeholders. This hands-on experience offers valuable exposure to how political offices operate and can help you build a professional network for future career opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a political intern?

To thrive as a Political Intern, you need strong research, writing, and organizational skills, typically supported by coursework in political science, public policy, or related fields. Familiarity with office productivity software, data management tools, and social media platforms is often required. Exceptional communication, teamwork, and adaptability are soft skills that help candidates excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments. These competencies are crucial for supporting policy initiatives, handling multiple tasks efficiently, and contributing meaningfully to political teams.

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Infographic showing various Political Intern job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 78% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,777 per year, or $14.8 per hour.

Graduate Research Intern

Lexington, KY • On-site

University of Kentucky
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$13 - $15/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Graduate Research Intern
Requisition Number
DU15021
Department Name
88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$13.00-$15.00
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Must be currently enrolled at UK
Required Related Experience
Humanities and Digital Humanities research experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Working at a computer for long periods of time
Shift
The work schedule is flexible: Generally the research intern will work approximately 6 hours a week, although some weeks will have less or more hours depending on data results. Total number of hours not to exceed 100 hours.
Job Summary
This position is with Kadin Henningsen, Librarian and Head of the King Library Press currently located in William T. Young Library. The research intern will work with Henningsen (Primary Investigator) and project team to verify data results and develop a bibliography of nineteenth-century American pamphlet novels featuring crossdressing for the Ephemeral Gender project. The Ephemeral Gender project uses digital humanities methods to train a large language model to identify instances of crossdressing in a large corpus of texts in Hathi Trust. The research intern will be responsible for 1. checking results; 2. entering bibliographic metadata in a database; 3 additional reading and analysis of confirmed texts; 4. participating in project team meetings; and assisting PI with other project tasks when needed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
English language proficiency, Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, reliability, punctuality, strong work ethic, strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to work independently and within a team.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Graduate student with knowledge of or interest in nineteenth-century American literature and print culture, gender and women's studies, or digital humanities.
Deadline to Apply
09/30/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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The University of Kentucky (UK), the state's flagship university, was founded in 1865 and its beautiful, sprawling campus, nestled in downtown Lexington, now covers over 900 acres and is home to more than 30,000 students and approximately 13,500 employees. The trees and beautifully manicured greenspaces are a source of pride for the university and combine to create an impressive oasis amidst the busy cityscape that surrounds it.

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