Internships
Semester in Washington students who enroll in the Professional Internship course (1-3 credits) will receive personalized support through the entire internship experience, in addition to academic credit.
Internship Support
The internship market in DC is highly competitive, and although we can’t guarantee an internship placement, we offer the following support to help our students land their dream internship:
- We’ll help you identify internships that align with your goals, interests, and values
- We’ll work together to keep track of internship application deadlines and requirements
- We’ll review your resume and cover letter, support you through the interview process, and draw on our extensive GW network to help you get noticed by the right people
We continue to support SIW students during their internships as well through the Professional Internship course with targeted professional development and networking guidance. You’ll gain the access and skills to connect with current and future leaders during your semester in Washington, DC.
Potential internships include:
- Congressional Offices
- Data Analysis & Research
- Government Agencies
- Legal Offices
- Media Outlets
- NGOs/Nonprofits
- Political Consulting Firms
- Think Tanks
Internship Details & Application Deadlines
Students interested in completing an internship are strongly encouraged to apply by the priority deadline. Many internship opportunities in Washington, DC operate with very strict and early application processes and deadlines.
Unpaid and paid internships are available, and though we recommend a part-time (10-25 hours per week) internship, full-time (35+ hours per week) internships are often available.
Apply or reach out as soon as possible if you are interested in pursuing an internship during your SIW program. Attend an information session to learn more or contact us at sem_in_wash
gwu [dot] edu.