Academic Internship Program
Transform your major into an exciting career while living, working and learning with a Washington, D.C. internship. Learn more about The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program.
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Read ArticleIntern Makes an Impact Through Work with Nonprofit Organization
Supported by a scholarship from the Motorola Solutions Foundation, Sarah’s internship at Offender Aid and Restoration generated change in the lives of those who have experienced incarceration.
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Read ArticleInternship Opens Doors to Career in Federal Government
Supported by a scholarship from the Motorola Solutions Foundation, Emily’s TWC experience has shown her that there are myriad of pathways to a rewarding career in the Federal Government.
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Read ArticleCelebrating a Holiday Surprise of Experiential Learning
Elizabeth Kolb shares with us a special letter she sent her peers regarding her acceptance to The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program this summer.
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Read ArticleInternship Experience Helps Student Navigate the Congressional World
During his summer with TWC, Christopher Rosati from The College of New Jersey learned the importance of networking and got a taste of government responsibilities.
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Read ArticleSocial Work Internship Inspires Student to Pursue Higher Education
Westfield State University student Tiara Lewis gained real-world experience through her internship with LIFT-DC Community Services. Now, she plans to continue her education and follow her passion...
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0:55Watch VideoIntern Spotlight: Lauren Hickey
Lauren Hickey, a student from DePauw University, interned at The Charles Group consulting firm during her semester with The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program.
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Read ArticleD.C. Experience Leads to Limitless Opportunities
Emerson College student Caelynn Marie Timbreza spent a semester in Washington, D.C. interning at The Appellate Project, a nonprofit that provides resources to law students of color.
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0:56Watch VideoIntern Spotlight: Isabella Ronson
Isabelle Ronson, a student from the University of New Hampshire, interned at the Foundation on Economic Trends during her semester with The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program.
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Start HereAcademic Internship Interactive Program Guide
No matter what's going on in the world, The Washington Center is here to help you launch a career you'll love. Take a tour of our Academic Internship Program with this interactive guide.
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1:03Watch VideoIntern Spotlight: Fradely Delacruz
Fradely Delacruz, a student from Monmouth University, interned with the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute during her semester with The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program.
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Read ArticleNetworking Opens the Door to a New Career Path in Foreign Affairs
Networking opens the door to a new career path.
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1:11Watch VideoIntern Spotlight: Bobby Olejarczyk
Bobby Olejarczyk, a student from Bentley University, interned with U.S. Department of Education during his semester with The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program.
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Academic Internship Program
Whether you take part in our internship program in Washington, D.C. or join us online, you’ll have an immersive experience that’s tailored to you and your goals.
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Career Readiness Programming
TWC's Career Readiness Programming is designed to help you develop the professionalism, communication skills and network necessary to excel in any work environment.
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Disability Support Services One-Pager
This one-pager highlights the disability support services and accommodations that TWC offers to ensure that our program is accessible to as many students as possible.
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Read ArticleWhat’s It Like to be a Virtual Intern? Here’s What Students Say
TWC students share how their virtual internships helped them gain valuable professional experience—all from the comfort of their homes.
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0:54Watch VideoLaunch a Career You'll Love
Test-drive your interests and gain real-world experience through a semester or summer with The Washington Center.
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Sample Internship Sites
Hundreds of nonprofit, private sector and government agencies host Washington Center interns each year. This list includes a subset of organizations at which students have recently interned.
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Read ArticleInternship at Advocacy Group Provides Connections and Confidence
University of Southern Mississippi student Kellie Jackson talks about how her TWC internship with a non-profit advocacy group prepared her for life after college.
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Read ArticleGaining Clarity on a Career in Criminal Justice Reform
Olivia Avery, Political Science and Anthropology major from University of Vermont, interned at the Council for Court Excellence through TWC's Academic Internship Program.
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