Internships

An integrated mix of work experience and academics

Washington, D.C. Program
There's no better way to launch a career than with The Washington Center's internship programs. Learn about our diverse programs available to U.S. and international students.
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Sample Internship Sites
Career-Specific Programming
Program Costs & Scholarships
The Internship Experience
Intern Abroad Program
Discover how you can combine an internship with study abroad through our exciting academic internship program in London, England.
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Eligibility & Application
Program Costs & Scholarships
The Intern Abroad Experience
Sample Internship Sites
Additional Programs
Learn about partially and fully funded academic internship programs for students in the U.S. and around the world.
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Prudential Foundation Global Citizens
The Ford Motor Company Global Scholars Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out this section for answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.
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Academic Credit
Costs & Scholarships
Housing & Student Services

Seminars

One to two week intensive academic seminars

Upcoming Seminars
Find out how to apply, dates, costs and housing information.
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Top Secret Academic Seminar
In-Depth Learning
Learn from the experts in foreign affairs, news and media, politics in more in these intensive seminars.
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A Typical Day
Academic Credit
Interact with Today's Newsmakers
Strongly Academic
A View into Washington
Explore our wide range of academic seminar topics from global affairs to the presidential inauguration.
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Attend an Academic Seminar
Getting Started
Important Issues
In Others' Words
Faculty
Get involved by bringing students from your university or build your own program to complement a course.
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Bring a Class or Group
Customized Programs
Faculty Opportunities: Come as a teacher or a student

Partnerships

Colleges & universities, internship sites, donors, etc.

Colleges and Universities
Partner with TWC to provide students academic semesters, summer terms and seminars in Washington, D.C. and abroad.
Internship Sites
Give students an invaluable chance to test drive a career by mentoring those who may one day lead an organization or industry.
Corporations
Join TWC in crafting new experiential learning opportunities through sponsoring scholarships, programs, capital projects, or other essential needs.
Governments
Play a crucial role in helping students become active and engaged leaders in their societies.
Federal Agencies
Recruit the best and brightest young talent through a TWC’s customized federal partnerships.
Individuals
Be a part of TWC’s continuing work by promoting TWC’s programs, recruiting students, or giving towards essential programs.

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Washington Internships: Plan Ahead for the Best Experience

By Eugene J. Alpert, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President
The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars

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How to Capitalize on Your Internship Program

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars

February 11, 2009

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Getting the Most Out of Internship Programs: A Practical Guide for Government Agencies

by Jennifer Clinton, Ph.D.
Vice President Federal Relations & COO

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The Role of Internships in Attracting Quality Talent

By Jennifer Clinton, Ph.D.
Vice President Federal Relations & COO

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Events

Simpson-Mineta Leaders Series

April 08, 2013
TWC students will have an opportunity to learn more about Super PACs (political action committees) from our guest speaker, Rodell Mollineau. Mollineau will discuss the evolution of money as free...
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Simpson-Mineta Leaders Series

April 22, 2013
The Simpson-Mineta Leaders Series aims to create a forum in which students from around the country and the world can engage with extraordinary leaders, explore issues of contemporary public concern,...
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Commencement Ceremony

May 06, 2013
Congratulations to all of our spring 2013 internship program graduates! Location TWC Residential and Academic Facility, Auditorium
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