Internships

An integrated mix of work experience and academics

Working
There's no better way to launch a career than with The Washington Center's internship programs. Learn more about our diverse programs.
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Finding an Internship
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Why do an Internship?
Learning
Combine your internship experience with coursework and activities related to your professional area of interest with TWC's academic programs!
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Academic Credit
Internship Programs
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Living
Washington, D.C., is a wonderful place to call home. Learn more about living and exploring the city.
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Home Away From Home
Student Life
Washington, D.C.
Cities Around the World
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Find out more about our programs, deadlines, cost and application processes.
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Seminars

One to two week intensive academic seminars

Upcoming Seminars
Find out how to apply, dates, costs and housing information.
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Campaign 2012
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.

For Students

Prospective

Students from U.S. Institutions
Discover internship programs in Washington D.C. available to students in all majors.
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Why do an Internship?
A Week in the Life
Student Blogs
International Students
Spend a semester abroad in Washington, D.C. learning from leaders in the U.S. capital city.
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A Worldwide Network
Dig Deep Into the Real World
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Living in the U.S.
Program Overview
Intern Abroad
Combine an internship with study abroad through TWC programs in London, England or Sydney, Australia.
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Cities Around the World
Eligibility & Application Requirements
Why Live Abroad?
Working in a Different Culture
Academic Seminars
Explore a world of insight on the issues our country is talking about by participating in one- to two-week intensive academic seminars.
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Getting Started
Important Issues
Attend an Academic Seminar
Upcoming Seminars

Accepted

Welcome
Welcome to TWC! You've been selected for one of our internship programs. What's next?
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Program Dates & Fees
Plan Your Experience
TWC wants to ensure our students are prepared to live, learn and work in Washington, D.C. Use these basic tools to prepare for your experience.
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Preparing a Winning Resume & Cover Letter
Successful Job Interviews
Roles & Responsibilities
Planning A Budget
Housing
Find out more about our housing facilities and alternative housing options.
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Services & Amenities
Why Use TWC Housing?
You & Your Roommate
Internship Details
Make sure you are prepared for your internship by reviewing these vital internship details.
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The Placement Process
Tips for a Successful Internship
Work Site Schedule & Responsiblities

Alumni

Alumni Programs
Engage with the alumni department to help pass on the experiences you had to future generations of TWC interns.
Regional Committees
Become involved in a regional committee to connect with local TWC alumni. Our network of alumni spans across the United States and around the world. Find a committee in your area now.
Upcoming Events
Get involved in networking events, professional development seminars and community service projects in and around your region with other TWC alumni.
Support TWC
There are many ways to support TWC after your internship has completed. Find out how you can support TWC and give opportunities to future internship students.
Alumni Relations
Connect with the Alumni Relations department so we can help expand our network of more than 40,000 TWC alumni.

Leadership

About TWC

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TWC's Leadership

Michael B. Smith, M.Ed.
President

Eugene J. Alpert, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President

David M. Anderson, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President, Government and Strategic Initiatives

Arleen Ramirez Borysiewicz, M.P.A.
Senior Vice President, External Affairs

Jennifer Clinton, Ph.D., M.B.A.
Vice President, Federal Relations and Chief Operating Officer

Joseph Johnston, Ph.D., M.B.A.
Senior Vice President

Donald Kandel, M.B.A.
Vice President, Administration and Chief Financial Officer

Pilar Mendiola Fernández, M.A.
Senior Vice President, International and Advanced Leadership Programs

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New Study Captures Key Data on Quality of Washington Internships

The Washington Center Publishes Results of 2011 Research WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 28, 2011 - Despite the rapid growth of internships during the past 20 years, surprisingly little is known about...
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The Washington Center Honors Universities, Political Leaders and Champions of Academic Internships and Civic Engagement

NBC News Correspondent Luke Russert, Serves as Master of Ceremonies for Gala 2011: A Bold Look Ahead
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Interns Examine the Road to the White House

The Washington Center offers New Course to Study Issues and Themes Shaping 2012 Presidential Campaign Class Slated for Use in C-SPAN’s Regular T.V. Programming
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New York Life Foundation Names Washington Center Diversity Scholarship Fellows

WASHINGTON, D.C. - July 14, 2011 – Earlier this year, The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars announced that a $45,000 grant from the New York Life Foundation would support...
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The Washington Center Mourns the Passing of Hon. Geraldine Ferraro

WASHINGTON, DC - March 28, 2011 – The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars mourns the passing of Hon. Geraldine Ferraro. As a board member and mentor, Ferraro was dedicated to...
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Announcements

Spring & Summer 2012 Washington, D.C. Internship Programs

January 13, 2012 is the application deadline for spring quarter 2012 February 17, 2012 is the competitive deadline for summer 2012 March 16, 2012 is the regular deadline for summer 2012 See more...
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"Interning at the EPA is really the culmination of my undergrad work, taking everything I have learned and thrusting me into the real world of politics and policy in Washington." - Ross Seavey, University of New Hampshire

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