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Washington, D.C., is one of the best cities for students and interns, offering world-class internships, networking opportunities and endless free activities. But let’s be real: D.C. can be expensive.
Getting to TWC from D.C.’s Airports
Flying to D.C. for your internship? These tips and tricks will help you get to The Washington Center’s Residential and Academic Facility (RAF) from each of D.C.’s airports.
How to Live Each Week in D.C. on a Budget
Money can always be a concern, whether you’re at your home university or in Washington, D.C. So, how much can you reasonably expect to spend week-to-week during a semester with The Washington...
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Transportation Options for D.C. Interns
Washington, D.C. is 68 square miles, and it can take some work to navigate if you don’t know how to best to get around the city.
A Five Step Guide to D.C.’s Metro System
Getting around on public transportation can be daunting. This guide will get you one step closer to commuting like a local.
What Should I Wear? The Ultimate Guide to Workplace Dress Codes
Dressing for work can be tricky, whether you’re in the office or working remotely. Use this guide to get familiar with your office dress code and build a work-ready wardrobe.
Tips Every Intern Should Know Before Using the D.C. Metro
Whether you come from a city comparatively larger or smaller than Washington, D.C., the public transit system - the Metro - will take some getting used to, for sure.
How to Create a Professional Wardrobe on an Intern's Budget (Men's Edition)
Let’s face it guys… clothing can be expensive, and professional clothing can be really expensive. Developing a Capitol Hill-worthy closet can be daunting, but fear not, my fellow FAFSA recipient!...
What Do D.C. Interns Wear to Work?
Someone’s style of dress can easily influence your first impression of them. Whether you are at the movies, the grocery store or even a sporting event, someone is noticing what you have on.
The Florida Girl's Guide to Winter in D.C.
Going to a place with seasons is a big change for this Florida girl. While D.C. may not have winters like Minnesota, winter in D.C. is still cold, rainy and can be very unpredictable.
Survival Guide to Your First Week at an Internship
Whether you’re a seasoned intern or just starting out, the first week at a new office can be challenging. Here’s your one-stop guide to surviving the first few days.
DOs and DON’Ts to Make the Most of Your Internship
Back on #NationalInternDay, TIME posted an article referring to internships as the new entry-level job. The article reflects employers’ increasingly held expectation that first-time job seekers go...
Conquering the Fears of Starting An Internship
Moving to a new city can be scary. Starting a new job can be scary. Meeting new people can be scary. Can you imagine doing all three at once? These were the thoughts flooding my mind as the start...
Four Essential Things You Never Thought to Pack for a D.C. Internship
When packing for your semester in D.C., you're bound to forget a few things - especially these four commonly forgotten items.
Fields of Corn to Fields of History: What I Learned Moving from the Midwest to Washington, D.C.
As a Midwesterner, I was in for some culture shock moving to D.C. However, I quickly learned there is something for everyone in D.C., even for a small-town girl like me.
The D.C. Intern's Must Have Apps
Adjusting to city life can be a little difficult especially if you’re coming from a small town like me. One of the benefits of being an intern in D.C. is that I’m able to rely on phone apps to...
Five Things Every D.C. Intern Should Know
Moving to any new place is bound to have a learning curve as you try to figure out how to get accustomed to your surroundings. Here are some things I wish I had known before I arrived in D.C. for...