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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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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.
Student Gains Confidence Through Work With Nonprofit Organization
Northern Arizona University student Dayana Guzman interned at Jubilee Housing as a Resident Services Coordinator.
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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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.
Student Garners Professional Insight to Pursue Career in Foreign Service
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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.
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.
TWC Student Helps Create Opportunities for Afghan Refugees via Internship with Lawyers Without Borders
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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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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.
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.