Semester in Washington

Welcome to Semester in Washington Politics

Are you a college student with a passion for politics who is ready to intern, study and explore Washington, D.C. for a spring or summer? Semester in Washington Politics (SIWP) is the program for you! Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. on the George Washington University campus, SIWP consists of two core classes (with the option to take additional electives), weekly networking events, a professional internship, and an optional mentoring program.

Program Components

NBC News Political Director & White House Correspondent Chuck Todd guest lectures

Courses

A SIWP student with then-Senator Obama when she interned in his office.

Internships

Semester in Washington Politics students meet then-Senator Hillary Clinton

Networking Events

Mentoring Program

Courses

Learn the art of politics first hand. Find out how to navigate the halls of power in DC, thrive on the campaign trail, and effect change in your community.

Internships

Spend your semester gaining real world experience by interning for a political party, an advocacy organization, a consulting firm, or even a Member of Congress!

Networking Events

Go behind the curtain and meet the power players of Washington DC! Our weekly networking events give you the chance to meet influential elected officials, policymakers, consultants, journalists, and more!

Mentoring Program

Build a relationship that will last through your semester and beyond with our mentoring program. Get a chance to sit down with an SIWP alum or other professional working in DC and chat about the city, the program, and your future!

Special Fall 2015 Session

Alumni Spotlights

Jill Neunaber

"It was the SIWP experience which showed me that there was a career path in the field that had captured both my heart and my imagination."

Charlie Liebschutz

"I learned more about working in politics in one summer at SIWP than I did in all the poli sci classes I took in college. The difference is the real-world experience."

Samantha Galing

"SIWP was the start of my professional network and the connections I made through SIWP have been key connections throughout my career."

Dominick Pangallo

"In my current role I'm constantly employing lessons and skills I acquired in SIWP, including crafting persuasive messages, planning strategy, media relations, and more"