Programs for International Students

The Washington Center empowers students around the globe through access to unique professional opportunities in Washington, D.C. We're also one of a few select non-universities able to offer J-1 visas for internships. Learn more about our programs for international students.

  • TWC’s Workforce Readiness Program: Career-Connected Skills for the Future of Work

    TWC’s Workforce Readiness Program: Career-Connected Skills for the Future of Work

    The Washington Center is launching an innovative Workforce Readiness Program to provide an opportunity for learners to immerse themselves in the realities and expectations of today’s workforce.

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  • Global Competencies Internship Program Giving global citizens a competitive edge and upward mobility throughout their career.

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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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  • Fueling Innovation and Equity with Cybersecurity Industry Partners

    Fueling Innovation and Equity with Cybersecurity Industry Partners

    Learn more about Tentacle’s experience in the Cybersecurity Accelerator Program and how participating supports their operational and equity visions.

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  • From Cyber-Attacks to Extremist Violence: Preparing the Next Generation of Talent that Will Address Future Threats

    From Cyber-Attacks to Extremist Violence: Preparing the Next Generation of Talent that Will Address Future Threats

    The threats facing our nation and global community are more complex and multifaceted than ever before. How we evaluate, plan for and shut down these threats must continue to evolve.

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  • Seminars at TWC – An Immersive Learning Experience

    Seminars at TWC – An Immersive Learning Experience

    The Washington Center hosts several engaging and rewarding seminar programs in Washington, D.C. These week-long offerings provide direct, off-the-record access to individuals and institutions...

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  • TWC Returns to International Programming by Hosting Learners from Guanajuato, Mexico

    TWC Returns to International Programming by Hosting Learners from Guanajuato, Mexico

    30 learners participated in immersive programming across Washington, D.C. and New York City as the continuation of remote learning experiences that began in 2020.

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  • TWC Students Have a Voice in the Future of Democracy at the Bipartisan Policy Center’s UnCon22 Event

    TWC Students Have a Voice in the Future of Democracy at the Bipartisan Policy Center’s UnCon22 Event

    30 TWC students from across America and around the globe participated in Un-Convention 2022 (UnCon22), an immersive day of seminars and discussions with viewpoints from across the political spectrum.

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  • Study Abroad Plans Cancelled? Look Into These Smart Alternatives

    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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  • Program Summary: 2020 Building the TOMODACHI Generation Morgan Stanley Ambassadors Program

    Program Summary: 2020 Building the TOMODACHI Generation Morgan Stanley Ambassadors Program

    2020 marks the seventh annual Building the TOMODACHI Generation Morgan Stanley Ambassadors Program. Here’s the full program recap.

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  • International Student Program Guide

    International Student Program Guide

    Learn more about programs for international students at The Washington Center.

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  • Global Competencies Program Components

    Global Competencies Program Components

    TWC's Global Competencies Program for international students is designed for high performing seniors, recent college graduates or students currently enrolled in graduate school. Learn more.

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  • My Advice to Students: Do Internships

    My Advice to Students: Do Internships

    An internship in the U.S. helped Canadian alumna Stacey Berry figure out her career direction: “The Washington Center really opened my eyes to endless possibilities.”

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  • Building the TOMODACHI Generation Morgan Stanley Ambassadors Program A 2-week seminar for students with Japanese citizenship.

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  • Global Competencies Participants Discover D.C.'s Booming Tech Industry

    Global Competencies Participants Discover D.C.'s Booming Tech Industry

    Students find out that D.C. is a place where startups can thrive.

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  • Intern Spotlight: Mark Montegriffo, University of Manchester Grad

    Intern Spotlight: Mark Montegriffo, University of Manchester Grad

    Mark Montegriffo's love for American Politics drew him across the Atlantic to a communications internship at the D.C. public affairs firm Law Media Group.

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  • Without My TWC Experience, I Might Have Settled for Less Than My Dreams

    Without My TWC Experience, I Might Have Settled for Less Than My Dreams

    Reaching The Washington Center was an arduous journey for South Korean student Minseok Kim, but the experience helped him achieve his dreams of becoming an entrepreneur.

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  • [Election] Week in the Life of a Political Science Intern

    [Election] Week in the Life of a Political Science Intern

    Working in Washington, D.C. means that depending on the news cycle, events outside of your control can open up new possibilities.

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  • Cordova & Fernós Internship Program Helping young Puerto Rican leaders shape a stronger future for the Island.

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  • Finding Growth, Community at TWC

    Finding Growth, Community at TWC

    University of Toronto grad Manu “Swish” Goswami is an entrepreneur, an in-demand speaker and a TWC alum. He credits the experience with helping him find the confidence to become a better leader.

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  • Five Tips for An International Student Starting Their First American Work Experience

    Five Tips for An International Student Starting Their First American Work Experience

    So you're thinking of traveling to America for your internship. Let's talk about some customs that relate to the working experience in the U.S that you should know.

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  • The Can-EH-dian in D.C.

    The Can-EH-dian in D.C.

    As a Canadian living in Washington, D.C., I do not quite consider myself an international student.

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  • How My D.C. Internship Shaped my Career in Poli Sci

    How My D.C. Internship Shaped my Career in Poli Sci

    Navneet Gidda majored in political science at the University of Alberta. Her summer in D.C. helped her realize how many career possibilities exist for students who love the political world.

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