Alumni Success Stories
The Washington Center alumni community is over 60,000 strong. It's made up of founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, government officials and changemakers - and possibly you.
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Read Article“Rising Star in Nanotechnology”: Kaitlyn Hardy Reflects on Three Summers at the Naval Research Laboratory
Described as a rising star in the field of nanotechnology, Kaitlyn Hardy has completed her third summer in the Department of the Navy’s U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (DoN-NRL) Summer Internship...
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Read ArticleCharting New Waters: How a Naval Research Lab Internship Fueled Isabella’s Passion for Science
For many students, the path from college to a rewarding career feels daunting, especially in fields where hands-on experience and research skills seem like must-haves from day one. But for...
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Read ArticleA Conversation with Adriana DeMercurio
Converting personal challenges into action for others via an internship within the federal government at SAMHSA.
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Read ArticleChampioning Political Awareness and Discovering Career Flexibility
Political science major Josephine Ennin interned at Political Awareness, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing political engagement and education.
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Read ArticleGrant Bane’s AIP Experience: Enhancing Scenic Beauty and Professional Ambitions
This summer, Grant A Bane, a Public Relations major from the University of Colorado-Boulder, interned with Scenic America to help preserve the nation's scenic beauty.
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Read ArticleIntern Spotlight: Embracing Growth and Professional Development as an Intern at the Assuaged Foundation
Chris Parris Jr., a Mass Communications major at Frostburg State University, joined TWC’s Summer 2024 Academic Internship Program and interned at the Assuaged Foundation.
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Read ArticleEmpowered by Experience: Brazilian Student Finds Clarity and Confidence Through TWC's AIP Program
Heloisa Ramires joined TWC’s Spring 2024 AIP program as an international student from Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Interning at Lean Construction Institute...
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Finding Purpose: How An Internship Shaped This Student’s Goals in Human Services
Tess Mason-DiBurgo, a Human Services major at Fitchburg State University, interned at Voices for a Second Chance during Spring 2024 AIP.
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Read ArticleHow a TWC Experience Sparked an Influential and Award-Winning Career in Cybersecurity
Dina Atwell is a Spring 2012 alumna of TWC’s Academic Internship Program. The skills, experiences and, most of all, networks that she built during her program are fueling an amazing career in...
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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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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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Read ArticleThe Washington Center Welcomes Two Esteemed Alumni to its Board of Trustees, Reelects Chair
The Board of Trustees of The Washington Center (TWC) recently elected two accomplished alumni to its Board. Isaiah Boswell and Geoff Schaefer...
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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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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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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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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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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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Read ArticleTWC Alum Uses His Public Health Training to Help with COVID-19 Testing
How are members of The Washington Center community stepping up to help during the coronavirus pandemic? VET Initiative alumni Vegas volunteers with the Medical Reserve Corps in Washington, D.C.
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Read ArticlePublic Affairs Internship Leads to Communications Career in D.C.
University of Dayton graduate Kelly Miller is a Director at Banner Public Affairs and author of the 2018 book "Get Attention: Brand Building for Startups."
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Read ArticleGreatest Investment I’ve Made, Says Political Operative, Miranda Wade
Ohio Northern University alumna Miranda Wade attended the 2008 Republican National Convention through TWC's Campaign Seminar. The experience served as the foundation for her political career.
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