TWC's Career Readiness Programming is designed to help students develop the professionalism, communication skills and network necessary to excel in any work environment.
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No matter wha'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.
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.
What’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.
0:54Test-drive your interests and gain real-world experience through a semester or summer with The Washington Center.
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.
Internship 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.
Gaining 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.
Internship Gives a Jump Start to a Career in Finance
Anthony Collins is a Business Administration major from Fitchburg State University interning at the Internal Revenue Service in the Fall 2020 semester. Here, he shares his TWC experience.
3:13Get a quick overview of what an internship experience through The Washington Center can look like for you!
2:09Monumental Experiences at The Washington Center
TWC students share how a semester at The Washington Center helped them go from college to career.
Student Spotlight: Hannah Jacobson from the University of Washington
A virtual internship through The Washington Center provided vital career experience and immense personal and professional growth.
Four Reasons You Need an Internship
Ask yourself this: Do you want a job right out of college? If you answered ‘yes’ then read on.
29:03TWC for Government, Political Science & International Relations Students
Learn how the Academic Internship Program can help you get hands-on experience for academic credit and build your professional network in politics and international relations.
32:59TWC for Marketing, Communication and Journalism Students
Learn how the Academic Internship Program can help you get hands-on experience for academic credit and build your professional network in the fields of marketing, communication and journalism.
23:24TWC for Business Students
Learn how the Academic Internship Program can help you get hands-on experience for academic credit and build your professional network in business.
A Week in the Life of a Public Policy Major Interning at a D.C. Nonprofit
Kelia, a Public Policy major from Arizona State University, shares what a week is like as an intern at a Washington, D.C. nonprofit.
1:16Internship Combines Passions, Leads to Important Self Discoveries
“What you learn about yourself is life-changing.” Bonita Bellal of Suffolk University credits her TWC experience with helping her discover what she wants in a career.
Fitchburg State Students Gain Valuable Career Experience, Build Networks in Washington, D.C.
Since 2001, Fitchburg State University students have been coming to The Washington Center (TWC) to intern, build their professional networks and establish a solid foundation to launch their careers.
1:20Intern Spotlight with IUP's Kane Rhinehart
Kane Rhinehart, a student from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, talks about how his internship with Voice of America and the TWC experience helped him develop professionally.
Think Tank Internship Provided St. Lawrence Student with Career Direction, Professional Connections
St. Lawrence University senior Jacob Ciolek credits The Washington Center with introducing him to a diverse cast of friends, a mentor and the work experience needed to launch his career.