Washington, D.C.

In Washington, D.C., your internship becomes the centerpiece of your semester. You’ll gain hands-on experience in fields ranging from media, communications, and international affairs to government, advocacy, business, law, education, health, and the environment.

Through our partnership with The Washington Center and their network of thousands of organizations, you’ll be matched with opportunities that align with your interests and goals. Dedicated advisors guide you through every step of the placement process—from applications and interviews to selecting the internship that’s right for you. Past students have interned at the White House, the U.S. Agency for Global Media, C-SPAN, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. Department of State, embassies throughout Washington, and PBS’s To The Contrary, among many other companies and organizations.

Washington, D.C. is a dynamic city where politics, culture, history, media, and innovation intersect. Outside of work and class, students can explore world-renowned museums, historic landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, live performances, festivals, and a thriving food scene that reflects the city’s global character.

Students live in fully-furnished apartments alongside fellow interns in The Washington Center’s residential community, creating opportunities to build friendships, explore the city together, and connect with peers from across the country. Whether you’re spending an afternoon at the Smithsonian, attending a networking event, or discovering a new neighborhood, life in D.C. offers endless opportunities to engage with the people, ideas, and institutions shaping today’s world.