SAINT LOUIS — The Show-Me Institute announced its summer internship program today.

Interns at the Show-Me Institute are involved in virtually all aspects of the institute's operations, working closely with senior staff on a wide variety of projects. Show-Me Institute interns develop an in-depth understanding of how a think tank works, including editing and publishing, event planning, and occasional travel around the state.

Recent interns have also had articles published in newspapers throughout the state, including the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Columbia Daily Tribune, the Sedalia Democrat and the St. Louis Business Journal.

A recent intern, Dan Grana, wrote about the program: “Perhaps more than anything, I’ve benefitted from the Show-Me Institute’s exceptional staff.  In addition to being extremely friendly, the members of this organization have been great educators. By talking with them about a variety of topics, I’ve gained an understanding of different political philosophies that draw on the same respect for economic freedom. ... In short, my relationship with the staff has been constantly pleasant and so thoroughly educational that you could probably get away with charging tuition to future interns.”

The summer internship runs from late May or early June through August, and will be held at the institute's offices in the Central West End. Interns will be paid on an hourly basis.

Applications are available online. The application deadline is April 15.