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.

  • International Affairs Major Builds Skills, Networks and Shapes a Career Pathway via Powerful Research-Based Internship Project

    International Affairs Major Builds Skills, Networks and Shapes a Career Pathway via Powerful Research-Based Internship Project

    Antonia Zito, an international relations major at University of Washington, recently served as a research intern at the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Studies (WJPC)...

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  • D.C. Internship Experience Helps Grand Valley State University Student Build Stronger Connections to Western Michigan Home

    D.C. Internship Experience Helps Grand Valley State University Student Build Stronger Connections to Western Michigan Home

    It may sound counterintuitive but the experience as an intern for Congresswoman Hillary Scholten's office in Washington, D.C., through The Washington Center's (TWC) Academic Internship Program...

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  • Networking Opportunities Throughout D.C.-Based Internship Fuels University of Arkansas at Little Rock Student’s Professional Dreams

    Networking Opportunities Throughout D.C.-Based Internship Fuels University of Arkansas at Little Rock Student’s Professional Dreams

    Janiya Pettus, a political science major at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, undertook an internship journey with National Association of Federally Impacted Schools (NAFIS).

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  • On-Air and Behind the Camera, TCU Student Fuels Her TV Dreams

    On-Air and Behind the Camera, TCU Student Fuels Her TV Dreams

    Texas Christian University Student Ella Mercer interned at WTTG-TV, the local FOX 5 D.C. TV station. Her experiences in front of and behind the camera, including reporting, shooting footage...

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  • Government Relations Internship Expands Stockton University Student’s Professional Network and Fuels Passion to be a Human Rights Lawyer

    Government Relations Internship Expands Stockton University Student’s Professional Network and Fuels Passion to be a Human Rights Lawyer

    Detty-Maidanove Exantus, a Political Science major attending Stockton University interned at Bramer Group during Fall 2023.

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  • First Generation Student Advocates for Immigrant Rights

    First Generation Student Advocates for Immigrant Rights

    Towson University student Jackie Martinez always aspired to become an immigration lawyer. Her passion for advocating for those who are underrepresented led her to her internship with Ayuda Inc.

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  • Networking and Hands-On Internship Projects Expand Comms Major’s Career Possibilities

    Networking and Hands-On Internship Projects Expand Comms Major’s Career Possibilities

    Interning within a marketing and communications team at the nonprofit Complete College America helped Ember Brummitt, an undergrad at East Tennessee State University majoring in mass communications...

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  • Delaware State University Students Expand Career Horizons in D.C.

    Delaware State University Students Expand Career Horizons in D.C.

    The Washington Center and Delaware State University continue their collaboration to fuel students’ exploration of careers and create networks and experiences that will help kick-start their futures.

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  • North Carolina-Based Learner With Military Background Explores Advocacy Opportunities to Support Refugees

    North Carolina-Based Learner With Military Background Explores Advocacy Opportunities to Support Refugees

    Dante DeMarzo, an undergraduate at University of North Carolina, combined his organizational and creative skills to help deliver a high-profile event in D.C. supporting refugee families.

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  • Student Gains Confidence Through Work With Nonprofit Organization

    Student Gains Confidence Through Work With Nonprofit Organization

    Northern Arizona University student Dayana Guzman interned at Jubilee Housing as a Resident Services Coordinator.

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  • Experiencing the Global Perspective of Government Affairs via a D.C. Based Internship

    Experiencing the Global Perspective of Government Affairs via a D.C. Based Internship

    Trisha Binwade, an undergraduate at University of Washington dove into the complex area of international policy during her internship at S&P Global.

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  • A First-Time Intern Becomes Part of the Team at One of the World’s Largest Brands

    A First-Time Intern Becomes Part of the Team at One of the World’s Largest Brands

    Stepping through the doors of one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies and well-known brands might be daunting for some, but not Cassidy Crawford, a first-generation undergrad.

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  • Student Garners Professional Insight to Pursue Career in Foreign Service

    Student Garners Professional Insight to Pursue Career in Foreign Service

    University of Colorado Boulder student Luke Hahn interned at a national security think tank as part of the CU in D.C. program.

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  • Embassy Internship Inspires Career in Immigration Law

    Embassy Internship Inspires Career in Immigration Law

    Internship experience at the Embassy of El Salvador inspires Arkansas State University student to pursue a career in law and advocate for individuals in her home state of Arkansas. 

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  • Internship Affirms Pre-Med Student’s Passion for Healthcare

    Internship Affirms Pre-Med Student’s Passion for Healthcare

    East Tennessee State University student Samuel Garcia experienced a career awakening after his internship with the National Hispanic Medical Association.

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  • TWC Student Helps Create Opportunities for Afghan Refugees via Internship with Lawyers Without Borders

    TWC Student Helps Create Opportunities for Afghan Refugees via Internship with Lawyers Without Borders

    Maroua Rahaoui, an undergraduate student at Worcester State University had a vision of coming to Washington, D.C. and making a difference.

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  • Student Expands Network Through Political Internship

    Student Expands Network Through Political Internship

    Florida Atlantic University student Jake Walsh spent a summer interning with the Bipartisan Policy Center.

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  • DSU Students Explore Careers and Culture Through D.C.’s Vibrant Community

    DSU Students Explore Careers and Culture Through D.C.’s Vibrant Community

    Students from Delaware State University come to The Washington Center (TWC) each year to build meaningful connections and professional experience that will help springboard their careers.   

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  • Internship Guides Student to Professional Calling

    Internship Guides Student to Professional Calling

    University of Puerto Rico student Johaneliz Gonzalez found her calling through an internship with the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute.

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  • Intern Establishes Important Connections for Law Career

    Intern Establishes Important Connections for Law Career

    Sophia Estupinan is a criminal justice major from Florida International University who interned at the International Association of Women Judges.

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