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Working in a Different Culture Offers Immeasurable Life-Long Value

Understanding the people and cultures of different countries is no longer considered just an advantage; it is a necessity. When you intern abroad, you will be working in organizations that will give you a first-hand understanding of global interconnections. You will also gain insight into how people in other countries approach the challenges that they face in their societies.

You will become attuned to small cultural differences so that you can better understand and easily adapt to a variety of circumstances and environments throughout your life and career. After your internship in London, you will come away with a wealth of cultural, interpersonal and business know-how that is difficult to gain in any other way. These multicultural skills will be an asset to you throughout your career.

Undertaking an internship abroad with The Washington Center will help you deepen your understanding of the world and, especially, make you a more attractive candidate for work at international organizations and multinational businesses.

Additional Resources

• Sample Internship Sites
• The Placement Process