ASUN Internship Program

What is the ASUN Internship Program?

The ASUN Internship Program is an opportunity for students to become involved and experienced in the daily operations of student leadership at the University of Nevada, Reno. Throughout the program, students will be paired with an officer to shadow them in their roles and help create and contribute to our vibrant campus community. This experience is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in student leadership and directly work with ASUN officers to contribute to the diverse community at the University of Nevada, Reno.

What do ASUN Interns do?

ASUN Interns work closely with ASUN Officers and get real-world experience in student government operations. These students build connections with peers, mentors, and university leaders while working alongside ASUN officers on departmental or branch-specific initiatives. The ASUN Internship is an opportunity to gain experience in leadership, project management, and communication through hands-on tasks, preparing you for future roles in student leadership and beyond.

What is the application and selection process?

Applicants complete the online application and indicate their interest in each of the seven departments and branches available in ASUN Internship Program. After the submission deadline(s), applicants may be offered an in- person interview where internship leadership will ask them questions and applicants will reassess their personal rankings. Based on the preferences of selected applicants and internship coordinators, applicants will be matched with a department or branch.

How can I apply to be a 2024-2025 ASUN Intern?

Apply using the link below by August 16th for the Department of Clubs and Organizations and the Department of Event Programming or by September 13th for all other branches and departments! Contact the Director of Executive Affairs, Gabriella Detrick, at gdetrick@unr.edu for questions or more information.

2024-2025 ASUN Internship Application

ASUN Internship Programs Overview

Legislative Branch

The Legislative branch is dedicated to advocacy and fostering meaningful community connections. In addition to drafting and voting on legislation, it emphasizes listening to, advancing and championing student voices. As the branch closest to the people, legislative interns will have the unique opportunity to build strong relationships and gain a deep understanding of the university and its student body. Moreover, interns will develop skills in critical inquiry, effective interpersonal communication and impactful advocacy during their internship, as the weekly Senate meetings act as a central hub for important and impactful discussions. Internship runs from September to March and is an expected weekly time commitment of 4 to 5 hours.

Judicial Branch

The Judicial Council serves as a unique check and balance for all ASUN Officers. We hear charges brought against officers and hold trials based on the evidence presented. We serve to uphold accountability and integrity within the association based on the laws and guidelines set forth in the governing documents. Interns will explore the role of the Judicial Council within the Association and study its designated judicial procedures. As an intern for the Judicial Council, you will step into the heart of justice, duty, and impartiality while gaining unparalleled knowledge about the Association’s legal framework. Judicial interns work from September to April and can expect a weekly time commitment of 5 hours.

Executive Branch

The Executive Branch is the largest branch within ASUN and caters to a broad range of student interests. Thus, Executive is filled with highly motivated individuals who have significant direct interaction with the student body as well as administration and community partners. Interns will have the opportunity to work with the Office of the President, the Department of Sustainability, the Department of Campus and Wellness, and ASUN officers such as the Director of Campus and Public Relations, the Attorney General and the President. This program is well suited to students who have initiative, passion, and a desire for high levels of campus involvement. Interns will become well versed in the inner workings of student government and interact with the student body, administration, and community partners as they lead strategic initiatives that focus on student interests and concerns. Executive interns are expected to work 3 to 5 hours per week from September to April.

Department of Clubs and Organizations

The Department of Clubs and Organizations internship program aims to teach interns about club resources such as club funding and renewal, PackLife, and how to efficiently support clubs. Interns will get paired with a mentor and will play a role in club-centered events such as Club Fair, iLead, and iServe. Throughout the internship, interns will learn about developing their own leadership style, get hands-on experience with event planning, and grow as a team. Interns work from August to April and can expect 5 hours of weekly time commitment.

The Department of Event Programming

The Department of Event Programming works to inspire and unite the University of Nevada students through events derived from Nevada Traditions, cultural diversity, large-scale entertainment, and academia and athletics. Interns will work alongside department members in planning and executing both small and large-scale events throughout the year. Event Programming interns should leave the internship with task management skills, as well as experience planning and executing events for the entire student population. Programming interns work from the months of August to April for a weekly time commitment of 5 hours, and up to 15 during event weeks.

The Department of IDEA

IDEA is a flexible acronym that stands for inclusivity, identity, intersectionality, diversity, decolonization, equity, education, accessibility, or advocacy. In this department students strive to make an inclusive environment and help others feel seen. Interns are guided to embrace their identity, strengthen their ability to advocate to represent themselves and others, recognize where disparities are, and build confidence navigating ASUN and campus resources. Time commitment is expected to be at least 1-2 hours a week, which includes attending events and a variety of meetings (1:1s, within IDEA, with other department, etc.), as well as small take-home tasks—all of which will offer a stronger understanding of ASUN, university life, and social issues, while building professional skills and connections. The IDEA Interns work from September to April.

The Department of Government Affairs

The Department of Government Affairs is committed to engaging the student body in democratic processes to influence local, state, and federal elections. Interns will review public meetings, and policy changes, and serve the community through on-campus voter registration. The office is the main liaison for students to connect with politicians we bring to campus to engage in conversations about political processes and make all student’s wants and needs heard. Interns will leave the internship with connections to local policymakers, a sense of civic responsibility, and long-lasting beneficial impacts on their community. As a reminder civic engagement is sexy!

Government Affairs interns work from September to April and expect a weekly 4–5-hour time commitment in the fall semester, and 5-7 weekly time commitment in the spring semester due to hands-on involvement in the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session.