Application Resources

Applying to The Washington Center? These resources will help you throughout the application process.

  • Academic Internship Program Application Checklist

    Academic Internship Program Application Checklist

    Learn more about the documents you'll need to submit as part of your application to the Academic Internship Program.

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  • Apply to TWC Login to The Washington Center's student portal to work on your application.

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  • Resume Dos and Don’ts

    Resume Dos and Don’ts

    See what to do (and what to avoid) as you're crafting an effective resume.

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  • Resume Samples

    Resume Samples

    We have resume samples for highlighting your Relevant Coursework, Honors and Awards, Research Experience or Professional Experience.

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  • How to Write a Statement of Professional Interest

    How to Write a Statement of Professional Interest

    A Statement of Professional Interest is part of your TWC application. This info sheet will help you write an effective Statement of Professional Interest and includes examples.

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  • Sample Issues Essays

    Sample Issues Essays

    The Issues Essay is part of your TWC application and asks you to reflect on a key issue related to your professional field of interest to demonstrate your written communication skills.

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  • Three Areas to Highlight in your Resume If you Lack Work Experience

    Three Areas to Highlight in your Resume If you Lack Work Experience

    What makes your resume stand out when the section most scrutinized during evaluation - experience - is the one where you find yourself lacking?

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  • What to Expect After Acceptance

    What to Expect After Acceptance

    Congratulations, you’ve been accepted to The Washington Center’s Academic Internship Program! Here’s an overview of what you can expect to happen between now and when the program starts.

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  • Application Walkthrough6:12

    Application Walkthrough

    You'll submit an online application for The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program. This video provides an overview of the application, along with a fee waiver code that will waive the $60 ap

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  • How to Prepare Your Statement of Professional Interest1:38

    How to Prepare Your Statement of Professional Interest

    As part of your application to The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program, you must submit a summary (around 100 words) of what you’re seeking in an internship, the skills you’re hoping to de

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  • How to Prepare Your Issues Essay or Writing Sample1:58

    How to Prepare Your Issues Essay or Writing Sample

    As part of your application to The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program, you must submit an essay (around 500 words) on a key issue that is relevant to the field you are hoping to intern in

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  • How to Prepare Your Resume1:54

    How to Prepare Your Resume

    As part of your application to The Washington Center's Academic Internship Program, you must submit a one-page resume that outlines your educational background and include experiences like volunteer o

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