Robert M. Weekley Summer Internship Program
The Lowe Institute of Political Economy provides funding to support CMC students pursuing summer internships in economic research and public policy.
This program helps make academically and professionally meaningful opportunities accessible, particularly those in research and public service fields where compensation is often limited.
Selected students may receive funding that brings their total summer compensation up to $10,000. Support is made possible through donor-funded endowments and gifts to the Lowe Institute.
Key Dates
Application Portal Opens: February 2026
Application Portal Closes: May 2026
Applications are submitted through SMApply in coordination with CMC’s Sponsored Internships & Experiences (SIE) program.
Types of Internships Supported
Eligible experiences typically include:
Research organizations and think tanks
(e.g., Brookings, AEI, OECD, PPIC; not limited to these or to U.S. institutions)Government offices
(federal, state, local, or international)Faculty research projects
(at CMC or another institution)
Securing an Internship
Students are encouraged to pursue opportunities proactively. Many host organizations are open to working with students who can bring their own funding. Proposals for supervised research or project-based work may also be appropriate.
The goal is to support skill-building experiences that may otherwise be difficult to pursue without financial assistance.
Internship Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, an internship must:
Be at least 6 weeks in length (8–10 weeks preferred)
Be either remote or in-person
Not involve work on political campaigns
Student Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
Be enrolled at CMC in Spring 2026 and planning to enroll in Fall 2026
Be in good academic standing
Clearly articulate the learning goals of the proposed experience
Submit an application through SMApply
Requirements for Accepted Students
Award recipients must:
Secure an internship offer letter before submitting a funding request
Complete all SIE funding approval requirements
Submit a one-page reflective statement and photo to the Lowe Institute by September 30, 2026
Be willing to share their internship experience with the Lowe Institute Board of Governors in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
Additional Resources
For further information, please visit the SIE website or contact the Lowe Institute.