Articles from The Washington Center
Articles from current students, alumni success stories, the latest news, and more from The Washington Center.
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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.
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5 Common (Remote) Workplace Conflicts — and How to Address Them
Working remotely comes with perks — and challenges. Here’s how to navigate workplace conflict during your remote internship.
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8 Steps to a Paid Federal Internship: One Application for Multiple Opportunities
The Washington Center partners with multiple federal agencies to place qualified college students in paid internships. Learn more about the selection process.
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Funded Federal Diversity Internships: FAQs
The Washington Center's Federal Diversity Internships Program is a great opportunity for students to find paid internships that provide valuable experience in federal agencies.
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Application Opens for Department of Navy HBCU/MI Post-Doctoral Program
Learn more about this exciting opportunity to work with world-renowned scientists and engineers at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) in Washington, D.C.
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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.
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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.
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Funded Federal Diversity Internships Provide Paid Opportunities for College Students
The Washington Center partners with multiple U.S. federal agencies to administer paid internship programs with the goal of increasing diversity in the federal workforce. Learn more.
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3 Ways to Prepare to Graduate Into a Tough Job Market
Landing a new position during a pandemic isn’t ideal, but it’s possible. We’ve outlined three ways to navigate a tough job market.
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Study Abroad Plans Cancelled? Look Into These Smart Alternatives
For many college students, plans to travel abroad were squashed at the onset of COVID-19. Here are some creative alternatives to studying abroad.
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6 Rewarding Careers in Criminal Justice For College Students to Consider
If you’re looking for careers in criminal justice, you’re not limited to becoming a police officer. Here are some other, lesser-known options.
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Hate Your Internship? Here's What You Should Do
The wrong internship can lead to burnout and frustration. If you think you hate your internship, here's what you should do.
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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.
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Johnson & Wales University Partners with The Washington Center to Maximize Students' Professional Success through Experiential Learning
JWU is preparing to launch new opportunities available through The Washington Center this year, such as the Spring 2021 Academic Internship Program and the upcoming Inauguration 2021 Academic Seminar.
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TWC Presents 2020 William M. Burke Presidential Award for Excellence in Experiential Education to Dr. Mary Marcy
This award recognizes Dr. Marcy for her dedication to ensuring all students have the opportunity to apply classroom lessons in professional-world settings, a hallmark of experiential learning.
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TWC Survey Shows that Virtual Internships Have Value
How does a remote internship stack up against the in-person experience? We surveyed our Summer 2020 students to find out.
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Beginner's Guide to Internships for Communications Majors
What are my career options as a communications major? Internships can help answer this question by getting you on the ground, in the studio or into the byline. Here are some examples.
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32 Questions with Melissa Mesones Ortiz from Elizabethtown College
In the face of uncertainty and the new normal of remote work, we’re asking students in our Summer 2020 Virtual Internship Program what’s inspiring them right now.
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How to Enjoy Washington, D.C. While Social Distancing
There are still plenty of ways to enjoy Washington, D.C. from both inside and outside of your home.
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Inauguration 2021 Academic Seminar’s Faculty Director Promises Riveting Discussions on Tough Issues
Dr. Julia Azari will shape the seminar agenda and work with The Washington Center to select expert speakers and panelists for the January 2021 Seminar.
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