The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars
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Overview of Activities
Participating students work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks (longer work term available in fall quarter), 4 to 4 1/2 days per week;
Attend a weekly class; participate in The Washington Forum special activities;
Fulfill community service commitments; assemble a substantial portfolio;
and
Meet once a week with a placement supervisor.
Special activities through The Washington Forum may include speakers, visits to embassies, the White House, presentations by dignitaries or other public figures, or openings of special exhibits. Special events vary by quarter and student.
Where Students Work
TWC maintains relationships with myriad agencies, offices, organizations, and businesses in the Washington, D.C. area.
A TWC placement supervisor assigned to each student reviews and circulates application materials based on the interests and goals as outlined by the student in the application.
Students ultimately determine, through response to phone interviews, what placement they accept.
Wright State University students have been placed in diverse jobs closely related to their academic majors and career interests. Examples of past Wright State placements are:
Social Services and Advocacy
Victim Advocate, D.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence
District Attorney's Office, Domestic Violence Division
Intern, Share Our Strength
Program Assistant to the Manager, N Street Village
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs
Human Rights
Oxfam America
Amnesty International USA, Advocacy in Europe department
Intern, Assistant to the Executive Director, Free the Slaves
Intern, International Outreach, Save Darfur Coalition
Communications and Marketing
Communications Intern, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Energy Star division
Intern, Palumbo & Cerrell (lobbyists specializing in intellectual property)
Garrett, Yu and Hussein (public relations firm)
Communications Intern, Center for Clean Air Policy
Special Events Assistant, U.S. Department of the Treasury
International Relations and Development
Bureau of International Organization Affairs, Office of Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Operations, U.S. Department of State
United Nations Association of the United States of America, National Capital Area
Voluntary Visitors Program, U.S. Department of State
Program Assistant, Office of International Visitors/Voluntary Visitors Division
Junior Program Officer, Youth Programs Division, U.S. Information Agency
Foreign Affairs, U.S. Information Agency
MWH Global, Inc.
Defense and Security
Intern, Department of the Army, Office of the Assistant G1 for Civilian Personnel, Program Support Division
Corporate Planning Intern, Defense Logistics Agency
Intern, U.S. Marshall Service
Intern, U.S. Coast Guard Exchange
Accountancy, Finance, Budget
Intern, General Accounting Office
Intern, U.S. House of Representatives Budget Committee/Democratic Staff
Intern, American Security Council Foundation
Congressional Internships with
Representative Louis Stokes
Representative Stephanie Tubbs Jones
Senator Mike Dewine
Representative Mike Turner
Representative Paul E. Gillmor
Representative Sherrod Brown
Law
Legal Intern, Special Litigation Division, Civil Rights & Government Services Section, District of Columbia Office of Corporation Counsel
Office of Maria Carlotta Mendoza, Attorney at Law
Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia
Other Interests
Executive Assistant, U.S. Department of Education/Presidential Scholars Program
Library Intern, Sewall-Belmont House/National Women's Party
The League of Women Voters
Intern, Greater Washington Ibero American Chamber of Commerce
Wooly Mammoth Theater Company
Wright State Credit and Registration
Participants in the program are enrolled in a full-time, internship course awarding four Liberal Arts, elective credits. Participants register through Career Services prior to departure. Registration with the university is required by TWC.
Options to receive alternative credit or additional credit toward graduation may be available through individual departments and involve WSU tuition fees in excess of other costs.
Students are encouraged to seek the additional credit for their coursework and community service, where applicable. The Campus Liaison will discuss individual registration options and plans with each interested student.
Financial aid students may qualify for aid for this program and should discuss this possibility with Mary Reshad in the Office of Financial Aid, 937.775.5721, mary.reshad@wright.edu.
Housing
Participants live in high-rise apartment buildings, in Washington, D.C. and surrounding areas, with access to the Metro system.
Apartments are furnished and include cooking facilities. Housing is shared with at least one other participant.
Financial Assistance
There are significant out of pocket expenses incurred by each participant.
However, no student should dismiss the opportunity without first speaking to the campus liaison. Financial resources exist for TWC participants. Previous Wright State students have found a variety of financial resources.
Financial assistance to cover a portion or the full amount of fees may be available to Wright State University students, through locally and nationally competitive scholarships offered by TWC.
Scholarship awards are dependent on successful completion of all aspects of The Washington Center internship program.
Specific Initiatives
The Federal government seeks to enhance the numbers and diversity of its candidate pool. To assist in this effort, TWC offers special initiatives and financial assistance in collaboration with government agencies. Eligible candidates include African American, Native American, Latino/Latina, and Asian or Pacifici Islander students; students with disabilities; and students in targeted disciplines. Selected students will work in specific departments in the Federal government. Co-op and internship employment is a recommended path for securing future, full-time, permanent employment with the Federal government.
For more information, please call Debra Wilburn at 937-775-2556, or email debra.wilburn@wright.edu
Eligibility and Application Deadline
TWC requires that you must be a second quarter sophomore or above and have a minimum 2.75 GPA, and be enrolled in the university during the term of your internship.
Additional requirements for Wright State co-op and internship eligibility may apply. Review Wright State requirments:
http://career.wright.edu/student/coopandinternship/eligibility.html
Electronic Applications
Applications are available in electronic format, but approval of the campus liaison is required.
Applicants are asked to bring printouts of all application materials to Career Services for review no later than two weeks prior to the TWC published deadline. However, students are encouraged to work with the campus liaison, in Career Services, as they prepare the essays and other aspects of the application. The campus liaison is experienced in assisting with the TWC application process and may have tips to share.
Complete an electronic application at program Web site: http://www.twc.edu
Call Career Services 937.775.2556 to schedule an appointment.
Application deadlines
Highly competitive placements include those offices which attract large numbers of applicants, and include (but are not limited to) CNN, Congressional offices (summer term), EPA, The White House. Highly competitive programs include (but are not limited to) the Federal Initiative, which offers placement-provided stipends to interns. Highly competitive placements and programs require application:
High security clearance positions are require application by the deadline listed above that is at least 9 months in advance of the intended placement quarter. Includes but not limited to US Attorney's Office, Depts. of Defense, Justice, State, and Treasury.
Selection Process
All applications will be reviewed by the campus liaison and TWC. Numbers of scholarships vary by quarter. Recommendation to and acceptance into the program is not guaranteed.
Fees and Expenses
Costs may increase or vary in ensuing months. Review costs immediately prior to application.
Fees subject to change. Additional scholarships may be available through The Washington Center.
A security deposit is due at check in.
Note: estimates do not include air fare or other transportation, food, fees for activities, technology, Metro, other incidental expenses.
To review a list of fees for TWC programs, visit the TWC Web site: http://www.twc.edu
For information about Wright State University financial aid as it applies to The Washington Center, contact Mary Reshad in the Office of Financial Aid, 937.775.5721, mary.reshad@wright.edu.
For more information about The Washington Center, please call Debra Wilburn at 937-775-2556, or email debra.wilburn@wright.edu
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