Navigating the Workplace

Not long ago, mental health at work was a taboo topic. Employees showed up exhausted, stressed and emotionally drained, yet pushed through in silence. But in 2025, the game has changed.

An internship is your first step into the professional world, and with it could come real challenges. Whether it’s unclear tasks, conflicts with colleagues or making mistakes, these moments can...

The workforce is changing faster than ever. 

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.

Working remotely comes with perks — and challenges. Here’s how to navigate workplace conflict during your remote internship.

The wrong internship can lead to burnout and frustration. If you think you hate your internship, here's what you should do.

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.

Summer 2020 has been a bit ... abnormal. But at The Washington Center, hundreds of students are refusing to let circumstances get the better of them and are hard at work as virtual interns.

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. 

Use these tips to start your remote internship off strong, make a good impression and stay organized.

When Olivia Wieseler started her Washington, D.C. internship, she wasn't expecting to finish it from home. However, she learned a lot from the experience and shares some tips to help you prepare.

When Kelsey Ballard came to The Washington Center for the Spring 2020 semester, she wasn’t expecting a global pandemic would force her to return home early.

Whenever you step into a new environment, it’s easy to slide into a pattern of self-doubt or imposter-syndrome.

Although your time in D.C. is short, burnout can set in quickly.

Spending an entire semester in Washington D.C. is a dream come true. Here’s what my journey to the nation’s capital was like and what I learned during my internship at an education nonprofit.