Research Projects, Internships, and Study Abroad Let You Showcase And Expand Your Skills  

Purdue Political Science Students Have Valuable Experiential Learning Opportunities
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Research

Students meeting with a professor at the Research Collaboratory

Undergraduate Research Collaboratory

The Collaboratory provides a small-group educational experience for students who seek to hone their research skills and gain hands-on experience in an academic research environment.
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Undergraduate Research Grant

This award encourages students who are considering graduate work to undertake an original research project under the direction of a faculty member.
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Undergraduate Research Expo

Undergraduate research conferences provide valuable preparation, presentation and feedback experiences. They are open to the public and showcase the research of Purdue undergraduate students.
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Political Science Research Labs

Nested in a dynamic, innovative university environment, Purdue political scientists collaborate in transformative, policy-relevant research teams and interdisciplinary centers across campus

Internships

Purdue Political Science students have earned degree credits while completing internships close to home, across the state, and in our nation's capitol.  The College of Liberal Arts advisors and support grants help students achieve their career goals.
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Beyond the Classroom

Tyler Girard and students

Global Trade Governance Study

This new study abroad in Glasgow and Edinburgh, Scotland, will include a trade negotiation simulation with students at the University of Glasgow, giving students active-hands-on learning experiences. (class is currently full for Spring 2026)
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Purdue Study Abroad Office

Whether you have lots of questions or are wondering where to start, we are here to help! Visit during walk-in hours for general questions or request an appointment to discuss specific programs with a specialist.
Professor Logan Strother and Jesse Crosson

PAIR Events

PAIR aims to strengthen confidence in democratic institutions by fostering thoughtful and informed dialogue. PAIR pursues its mission through events and programming that fit into three overlapping channels: scholarship, engagement, and education.