The early deadline for The Fund for American Studies Summer 2024 Business + Government Affairs Academic Internship Program and Journalism + Communications Academic Internship Program in Washington, DC is coming up on December 5th.
LIVE. LEARN. INTERN. in Washington, D.C.
There are plans for multiple program formats, including in-person and remote. Learn more about the programs here.
Summer 2024 Programs: June 1 – July 26
Early Deadline: Dec. 5
Priority Deadline: Feb. 8
Final Deadline: Mar. 12
TFAS is awarding more than 25 full-tuition + housing scholarships to help the best and brightest students attend the program. Please nominate outstanding students for special scholarship consideration. Program components include:
- Earn 3-6 Academic Course Credits from George Mason University.
- Guaranteed placement with an engaging internship with a major corporation or industry group.
- Furnished on-campus housing in the heart of D.C.
- Professional development and networking activities.
- Full tuition and housing scholarships are available.
Business + Government Relations Academic TFAS Internship Program
Gain Professional Experience
TFAS has been placing interns in Washington, D.C. for more than 50 years and has a vast network of connections. From the time you enroll in our program, dedicated staff will guide you through the placement process.
Whether you are looking for a career in business, law, government, or public policy, Washington, D.C. is the place for you.
All businesses and industries need representation in Washington.
- International Affairs such as Congressional offices, embassies, think tanks, and international non-governmental organizations.
- Public Policy + Economics like Federal agencies, think tanks, policy groups, and law firms.
- Business + Government Relations such as Government affairs offices of large corporations, industry trade associations, and lobbying firms.
Journalism + Communications Academic TFAS Internship Program
Summer 2024 in Washington, D.C.
You can practice journalism or communications anywhere, but spending a summer in the Nation’s Capital, covering issues of national and international importance is like no other experience.
Placements are available with:
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Online publications
- Corporate or nonprofit communications offices
- RadioTelevision
- News Services
- PR firms
Grow Your Professional Network
Through the TFAS program, you can practice networking skills, make valuable connections, and gain insider job-seeking tips.
You’ll leave Washington better prepared to enter the post-college world, with a better idea of what you want to do and contacts who can help you get your foot in the door at prominent organizations.
- Professional Development Seminars
- Mentor Program
- Career Exploration Panels + Small Group Discussions
- Networking Roundtable Reception with Program Alumni
Full + Partial Scholarships Available
TFAS strives to make the programs accessible and affordable to the best and brightest students regardless of financial status. Scholarships are awarded based on need and merit. Over 85% of students receive a full or partial award.
More than 25 scholarships that cover tuition and housing expenses will be provided to summer applicants on a rolling basis beginning on the December 6 early application deadline.
Awardees are responsible for the $500 program fee, travel to Washington, and food/personal expenses during the program.
To get more information, check out their Journalism + Communications flyer
Start Your Application for TFAS Internship Programs Today!
