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Intern Abroad

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.

 

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Sample Internship Sites

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Intern Abroad

Sample Internship Sites

  • British Museum
  • British Water
  • Labour Party
  • Liberal Democratic Party
  • London Middle East Institute
  • EMAP
  • European-Atlantic Group
  • James Publishing
  • CNN London
  • Commonwealth Lawyers Association
  • Pro Capital
  • Commonwealth Policy Studies Unit
  • Chelsea Westminster Hospital
  • Wildlife and Wetlands Trust

* Please note that The Washington Center cannot guarantee the availability of any particular placement.

 

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The Placement Process

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Intern Abroad

The Intern Abroad placement process differs from that of our programs in Washington, D.C. Once you have committed to the program, your application materials will be sent to the internship placement team abroad.

 

Your application will then be reviewed to determine which internship might be the best fit for you. Your Statement of Professional Interest will be of particular importance at this stage of the process.

 

Placement information will be provided during the seminar in Washington, D.C. Though some students may have phone interviews before the seminar begins, this is rare. The placements in London are not paid positions, as the student visa that you must obtain in order to participate in the program prohibits students from working for wages.

 

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[3] http://www.twc.edu/internships/intern-abroad/experience/overview/placement-process
[4] http://www.twc.edu/internships/intern-abroad/experience/academic-courses
[5] http://www.twc.edu/internships/intern-abroad/experience/workshop