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The Evans School of Public Affairs is one of the oldest public schools of public policy and management in the nation, consistently ranked at the top of the field.
The Evans School is dedicated to preparing leaders with the tools needed for making changes that will benefit society for generations to come.
Whether you are an intern or a top executive, the Evans School can help you reach your career goals through our degree and non-degree programs. Find out which program is right for you.
Evans School faculty are distinguished by excellence in evidence-based teaching, research, and service.
The Evans School's research centers and projects provide valuable services to the external community, opportunities for students to learn, and a forum for faculty to showcase their comprehensive expertise.
The fusion of Evans School instruction, relevant curriculum, and a cohort of peers in our Executive Master of Public Administration (Executive MPA) program creates an unparalleled, dynamic learning environment for senior leaders in today’s world.
Evans School students provide over 100,000 hours a year of direct public service through internships and hands-on policy and management projects that solve the real-world needs of nonprofit and public agencies.
More than 3,000 Evans School graduates work around the world, providing expertise in the public and nonprofit sectors across a broad spectrum of areas, including policy analysis, program management and evaluation, research, and executive leadership.
Resources for current Evans School students, faculty, and staff.
Accuracy of Job Description
Employers are responsible for ensuring that the job or internship descriptions are an accurate reflection of the employees’ duties.
Internships
Internships should involve work that is relevant to students’ academic training.
Discriminatory Practices
Federal laws prohibit job discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, and/or disability. These guidelines are available from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
Safety
Employers will offer a safe and appropriate work environment for students.
Deadlines on Accepting Positions
Employers should allow students at least 24 hours to decide whether to accept a job or internship.
Payment of Wages
Employers will pay wages to students as agreed upon and as stipulated by the Department of Labor.
Upfront Costs or Required Activities
We will not post positions requiring students to pay special fees, purchase training materials, or participate in multi-level marketing as a preliminary condition of employment.
Rescinding of Offers
An offer of employment or internship is a serious commitment on the part of an employer. Employers should not rescind offers they have made.
The Evans School reserves the right to make decisions regarding compliance with these terms at its discretion. For more information regarding ethical employment practices, download the Principles for Employment Professionals Guidelines (495 KB PDF) from the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
For more information about finding an intern or employee, download our employer handbook (352 KB PDF) or contact Career Services at evansjob@uw.edu or 206.616.1609.
