This program is one of several ways to organize a Washington DC internship.  If you are interested in a DC internship, I encourage you to come speak with the internship coordinator about your options.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS + DEADLINES
www.DCinternships.org

Capital Semester on International Affairs + Public Policy
January 16 – May 3, 2019
Final Deadline: November 9

Summer Public Policy + Economics Academic Internship Program
June 8 – August 2, 2019
Full Scholarships (Leadership Scholars Program) Deadline: January 15
Priority Deadline: February 12

Have you thought about spending the spring or summer in Washington, DC? No matter what side of the aisle you are on, it is an important time to be in Washington. Gain real-world experience and make connections that will help open doors after graduation.

Apply for on The Fund for American Studies Academic Internship Programs and be a part of the generation that begins solving America’s most pressing challenges. Now more than ever the nation’s capital needs young people to be part of the solution. Come to the Washington, DC this spring or summer and begin the work that is so urgently needed to address our nation’s critical issues.

Program Components
•    Internship placement with a federal agency, policy group, Capitol Hill office, international NGO or think tank
•    Economics and government courses for academic credit from George Mason University
•    Professional development seminars, mentor program and small group networking events
•    Generous scholarship funding, including full tuition/housing awards
•    Site briefings at institutions such as the Department of State, Capitol Hill, White House and Federal Reserve
•    Guest lectures with experts in policy, international affairs and economics

Full/Partial Scholarships + Application Instructions
We strive to make the programs accessible and affordable to the best and brightest students regardless of financial status. Scholarships are awarded based on need and merit with more than 80% of students receiving full or partial funding. Full summer scholarships are available through our Leadership Scholars Program.

The final deadline for the Spring 2019 program is November 9. The Leadership Scholars Summer Program deadline is January 15. To learn more and to begin an online application, please visit www.DCinternships.org. Questions can be directed to admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384.