InnovateGov prepares and delivers MSU’s most vital resource – talented and motivated students – to Detroit’s civic institutions while providing our students with a one-of-a-kind opportunity to do real and impactful work on the city’s most critical social challenges to help to build a thriving and equitable future for all Detroit residents.
Semester: Summer 2026
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Program Fee: Approx. $350
Courses: Students take a 4-credit project-based research/writing course (PLS 422), plus 3-6 internship credits. This is commensurate with a 30-35 hour workweek.
Housing: Housing will be provided at Wayne State University.
Thanks to the support of our partners, our students have contributed to projects that touch every neighborhood in the city. Our students provide Detroit’s civic leaders with the critical capacity and human capital necessary to tackle high-impact projects. Thank you to our supporters and partners!