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The Washington Center Internship Program
Information Session: Friday, October 2, 130-220pm on Zoom
Click here to Register for the Zoom link
Spring Semester Application Deadline for UW Students: Thursday, October 8. Click here to apply.
The Washington Center (TWC) runs an internship program in Washington, D.C., that is open to all UW undergraduates (all majors welcome) and provides comprehensive service, including internship placement, housing, and career coaching.
Placements include government agencies, international organizations, corporations, nonprofits, museums, and arts organizations. Hundreds of UW students have participated in this program since UW's affiliation in 1977, and many made connections that led to post-degree employment.
At the information session, a Washington Center representative and Meera Roy, Political Science adviser and UW's liaison to TWC, will discuss the structure of the program, scholarships, and the application process. Students enroll in Pol S 498, The Washington Center Internship, and earn 15 credits graded CR/NC.
The program is affordable for many students. Students on financial aid receive their aid. WA State residents receive a scholarship that makes the cost of attending the program comparable to many study abroad programs. Non-residents also receive a scholarship and may pay less for this program than the estimated cost of attending UW for a quarter. Additional scholarships may be available through TWC and UW.
TWC's facilities are accessible to students who have disabilities. In addition, their Disability Services Coordinator will assist with accommodation at the internship and programming sites.
These are the upcoming program dates:
- Spring 2027 Program
- Application Deadline: October 8 (this is an extension of the normal deadline for UW students). Click here to start your application.
- Virtual Orientation and Program Start: October 15
- Check-in and Check-out for TWC Housing: January 20 and May 1
- Internship Period: January 25 - April 30 (students are away from UW during Winter and Spring Quarters - this schedule works well for students who are ahead in credits)
- TWC's Summer 2027 program begins during Spring Quarter and therefore is not available to most students. UW students attending the 14-week Autumn and Spring programs pay the same rate as the 9-week summer program!
Autumn 2027 Program
- Application Deadline: April 14 (March 17 for international students)
- Virtual Orientation and Program Start: June 3
- Check-in and Check-out for TWC Housing: September 1 and December 11
- Internship Period: September 7 - December 10
Whether you want to do an internship this year or in three years, come to an information session to learn more.
Questions? Email polsadvc@uw.edu