Internships in Washington, D.C.

Anyone can get an internship, but not every internship will get you ready to hit the job market and launch your career. The Washington Center has the tools and experience to help you make your dream career happen. Learn more about internships in Washington, D.C.

  • International Affairs Major Builds Skills, Networks and Shapes a Career Pathway via Powerful Research-Based Internship Project

    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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  • D.C. Internship Experience Helps Grand Valley State University Student Build Stronger Connections to Western Michigan Home

    D.C. Internship Experience Helps Grand Valley State University Student Build Stronger Connections to Western Michigan Home

    It may sound counterintuitive but the experience as an intern for Congresswoman Hillary Scholten's office in Washington, D.C., through The Washington Center's (TWC) Academic Internship Program...

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  • Networking Opportunities Throughout D.C.-Based Internship Fuels University of Arkansas at Little Rock Student’s Professional Dreams

    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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  • On-Air and Behind the Camera, TCU Student Fuels Her TV Dreams

    On-Air and Behind the Camera, TCU Student Fuels Her TV Dreams

    Texas Christian University Student Ella Mercer interned at WTTG-TV, the local FOX 5 D.C. TV station. Her experiences in front of and behind the camera, including reporting, shooting footage...

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  • Unlocking your Future: The FTA DFT Internship Program

    Unlocking your Future: The FTA DFT Internship Program

    Discovering the advantages of joining the FTA DFT Internship Program with The Washington Center.

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  • Government Relations Internship Expands Stockton University Student’s Professional Network and Fuels Passion to be a Human Rights Lawyer

    Government Relations Internship Expands Stockton University Student’s Professional Network and Fuels Passion to be a Human Rights Lawyer

    Detty-Maidanove Exantus, a Political Science major attending Stockton University interned at Bramer Group during Fall 2023.

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  • The Washington Center Welcomes Two Esteemed Alumni to its Board of Trustees, Reelects Chair

    The 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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  • Fast-Paced Internship in Federal Policy Fuels Student's Desire for Service

    Fast-Paced Internship in Federal Policy Fuels Student's Desire for Service

    Florida State University graduate student Lauredan Official experienced the powerful and fast-paced work of federal government in his internship with the Department of Transportation...

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  • STIPDG Intern Builds Bridges and Career Opportunities

    STIPDG Intern Builds Bridges and Career Opportunities

    Djakaridja is a Graduate student attending University of North Texas obtaining a masters in Urban planning. During his time at STIPDG he interned for the Wisconsin Division of Federal Highway...

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  • Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups Prepares 85 Students for Careers in Transportation and Public Policy

    Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups Prepares 85 Students for Careers in Transportation and Public Policy

    The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2023 Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups (STIPDG).

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  • First Generation Student Advocates for Immigrant Rights

    First Generation Student Advocates for Immigrant Rights

    Towson University student Jackie Martinez always aspired to become an immigration lawyer. Her passion for advocating for those who are underrepresented led her to her internship with Ayuda Inc.

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  • Networking and Hands-On Internship Projects Expand Comms Major’s Career Possibilities

    Networking and Hands-On Internship Projects Expand Comms Major’s Career Possibilities

    Interning within a marketing and communications team at the nonprofit Complete College America helped Ember Brummitt, an undergrad at East Tennessee State University majoring in mass communications...

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  • Delaware State University Students Expand Career Horizons in D.C.

    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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  • Experiencing the Global Perspective of Government Affairs via a D.C. Based Internship

    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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  • A First-Time Intern Becomes Part of the Team at One of the World’s Largest Brands

    A First-Time Intern Becomes Part of the Team at One of the World’s Largest Brands

    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.

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  • Puerto Rico Student Writes Powerful News Articles During Internship at Leading LGBTQ+ Newspaper

    Puerto Rico Student Writes Powerful News Articles During Internship at Leading LGBTQ+ Newspaper

    Andrés Jové Rodríguez, a student at University of Puerto Rico, Arecibo joined The Washington Center through the Córdova & Fernós Internship Program.

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  • Student Garners Professional Insight to Pursue Career in Foreign Service

    Student Garners Professional Insight to Pursue Career in Foreign Service

    University of Colorado Boulder student Luke Hahn interned at a national security think tank as part of the CU in D.C. program.

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  • Embassy Internship Inspires Career in Immigration Law

    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. 

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  • Internship Affirms Pre-Med Student’s Passion for Healthcare

    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.

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  • TWC Student Helps Create Opportunities for Afghan Refugees via Internship with Lawyers Without Borders

    TWC Student Helps Create Opportunities for Afghan Refugees via Internship with Lawyers Without Borders

    Maroua Rahaoui, an undergraduate student at Worcester State University had a vision of coming to Washington, D.C. and making a difference.

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