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Mariam Abaza is a student at Ohio State University, studying journalism and public policy. Her passion for creating change through nonprofit work led her the Nonprofit Leadership & Advocacy Seminar.
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Sumaya Tasnim is originally from Bangladesh, where she completed both her bachelor's and master's degrees in international relations before moving to the United States.
From Redirection to Purpose: How Capitol Immersion Empowered Kiara Green to Bridge Policy and Community Impact
For Kiara, The Washington Center's (TWC) Capitol Immersion Program was more than a week in the nation's capital; it was a turning point.
Amplifying Mental Health Advocacy: Meera Varma’s Health Policy Immersion Experience
With a deep commitment to reducing suicide rates and addressing the youth mental health crisis, Meera has already worked alongside national leaders like Oprah Winfrey and President Joe Biden.
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Taiye Ojo's professional passion lies in addressing profound maternal health disparities by improving social determinants of health and expanding access to care. Today, she reflects on her experience.
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For Kai Sharpless, the Health Policy Immersion Program provided a crucial bridge between their major in communications and a passion for improving public health messaging.
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For Sabrina, The Washington Center’s (TWC) Capitol Immersion Program wasn't just an educational experience; it was a revelation. What she found was possibility.
Why Internships Are Essential for Career Success
Gone are the days when a college degree alone guaranteed a strong start to your career. Today, employers are hiring fewer entry-level professionals, thanks in part to AI automation.
Spend a summer or semester in Washington, D.C. and set yourself apart in today's competitive job market.
“Rising Star in Nanotechnology”: Kaitlyn Hardy Reflects on Three Summers at the Naval Research Laboratory
Described as a rising star in the field of nanotechnology, Kaitlyn Hardy has completed her third summer in the Department of the Navy’s U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (DoN-NRL) Summer Internship...
Exploring Diplomacy and History at the DACOR Bacon House
This summer, Ethan Espenship, a Senior at Florida State University, interned with the DACOR Bacon House Foundation as a Collections Intern via The Washington Center’s Academic Internship Program.
From Classroom to Camera: Eyrinmarie G. Osborne’s Journey as a Production Assistant and Storyteller
As a Cook Honors College student at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and emerging media producer, Eyrinmarie has been busy with her summer internship in Washington, D.C.
Jessica Vargas Gains Legal Experience and Builds Alumni Connections in D.C.
Through The Washington Center’s Academic Internship Program, Jessica Enriquez Vargas interned at the Law Offices of Karp, Norwind, Gold, & Karp, where she supported the legal firm's clients.
Sweet Success: How Vy Tran Helped Grow a Local Ice Cream Startup
Vy Tran’s summer internship wasn’t just about scooping ice cream – it was about scooping up new skills for her professional growth as well as new business opportunities for D/Lai Ice Cream.
Preserving Digital Scientific Knowledge: Yahir Brito’s Federal Agency Internship
A rising senior interning at a Federal Agency, Yahir Brito is majoring in three fields of study: Medicine, Health and Society, History, and Communication of Science and Technology.
Shaping the Future of Legal Tech: Marris Sobotka’s Internship Journey
As AI transforms the future of work, TWC Academic Internship Program (AIP) interns like Marris Sobotka are gaining hands-on experience at the intersection of law, technology and public service.
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A rising senior at Ohio Northern University majoring in Political Science with minors in Pre-Law and Sociology – an academic foundation that fueled her impactful work on pressing mental health policy.
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Recent challenges from funding shifts to AI disruption are pushing many graduating seniors and early career professionals to explore new opportunities. But with the right strategies, you can thrive.
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The myriad of challenges in the American healthcare system, including access, affordability and the complex policies surrounding them, fuel a need for agile and informed leaders.