The nonpartisan Institute of Politics is committed to fostering in our students a passion for public service, meaningful dialogue and active engagement in our democracy.
The University of Chicago Institute of Politics occupies a rare place in America's higher education landscape, offering our students pathways to civic engagement, opportunities for service, and a home for civil discourse and free expression.
The Institute of Politics aims to provide pathways for students to bring their passions and talent to the public square; interact with practitioners; gain useful experience; take action; and participate in addressing the critical issues of the day.
Each year, the IOP offers students access to 300 paid internships around the world, providing opportunities for meaningful work in politics and public service
Engaging students directly with a diverse cohort of elected officials, policymakers, and journalists each quarter for deep-dive analyses of the issues and offering opportunities to question and learn in group discussions, and one-on-one office hours.
A forum for public service leaders to share their diverse experiences on the key issues of the day with our students and the greater UChicago community.
IOP staff is available for one-on-one career advising as students seek meaningful work in service of others.
The Alumni Network carries forward our mission by nurturing a community of the civically engaged after graduation.