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Washington State Legislative Internship Program (WSLIP) Start Your Application Drop-In Information Sessions Come to any session to meet the program coordinators and to learn about the program! Click here to register for the Information Sessions. Registration is optional, but students who register will be sent a reminder the day before. Wednesday, Sept 7Smith 40AThursday, Sept 8
Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)Graduate School FairInterested in a career in international affairs, public policy, government, economics, strategy, communications, journalism, diplomacy, or public service? Come explore where these fields can take you! The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA) invites UW students and young professionals to a special Alumni…
From The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards: The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is excited to announce that the application for the UW nomination for the Truman Scholarship is now open. Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation awards merit-based scholarships to college students who plan to pursue careers in government or elsewhere in public service. Truman Scholars receive up to $30,000 for graduate or professional…
From The Washington CenterJoin our information session to see how you can intern in Washington, D.C. while earning academic credit at the University of Washington.When: Friday, October 2, 1:30pmRegister for the Information Session
From Texas A&M University | Washington DC, The Bush School of Government & Public Service: Thinking about graduate school in Washington, D.C.? Come have some pizza and learn about opportunities at the Bush School D.C.! Join us Monday, September 28, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. in Thomson 317 for pizza, conversation, and a chance to learn about graduate programs at Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government and Public Service in Washington, D.C.…
From the Campus Sustainability Fund: The Campus Sustainability Fund is seeking TWO UW undergraduate students to join our committee in the 2026-2027 school year! This is an opportunity for all eligible undergraduate students to participate in project review, grant making, and join our justice-centered sustainability community. We welcome applicants from all disciplines. Application close October 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Click Here to Apply
From the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance:Applications are now open for the 2027 NextGen Summer Policy Academy (SPA), a fully funded, three-week professional development experience for students interested in public service careers. Program dates: June 14–July 3, 2027Program: Fully funded; one week in Washington, D.C., followed…
From the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance: Our next Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session is Thursday, September 17, at 2:00 pm via Zoom.Students can expect to learn how Public Service & Policy prepares them for careers in government, nonprofits, social impact organizations, and other public-serving fields. Public Service and Policy is a minimum requirement major: 45 college credits with a min 2.0 GPA 2…