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Live. Learn. Intern. in Washington, D.C.

The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) hosts Washington, D.C. – based Academic Internship Programs for undergraduate students each summer. TFAS programs include academic credit from George Mason University, a guaranteed internship and furnished housing in the heart of Washington, D.C. Students participate in a variety of exclusive guest lectures, site briefings as well as professional development and networking events. TFAS students leave Washington with 250+ hours of professional experience, an expanded network of contacts, and a greater understanding of the variety of career opportunities. Visit DCinternships.org to learn more and apply.

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Live. Learn. Intern. in Washington, D.C.

The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) hosts Washington, D.C. – based Academic Internship Programs for undergraduate students each summer. TFAS programs include academic credit from George Mason University, a guaranteed internship and furnished housing in the heart of Washington, D.C.

Visit DCinternships.org to learn more and apply.

The Comprehensive Package Includes:

  • Roommate matching with other program students based upon compatibility criteria.
  • Easy access to the safe and affordable Metro train and bus system.
  • Full access to campus resources, including libraries, computer labs and much more.
  • Comprehensive orientation to the program, campus and the city upon your arrival.
  • Dedicated program staff members who are available to communicate with you about your internship placement, financial aid and general questions in the months leading up to the program.
  • Continued staff support while you are in Washington to ensure that you have an amazing experience. In addition to the full-time, year-round program staff who will get to know you and help you throughout the summer, there will be alumni living in housing and serving as Program Advisors.
  • Site briefings at institutions such as the Department of State, U.S. Institute of Peace, Capitol Hill and the White House. 
  • Professional Development Seminars on topics including job searching, public speaking and networking.
  • A mentor program where you are matched with a D.C. professional working in the field or industry of interest to you.
  • Planned social events where you can connect with almost 350 other student leaders participating in TFAS programs. These events may include a trip to a Nationals baseball game, a student BBQ, volunteer projects, kayaking on the Potomac or a hike on Roosevelt Island.
  • Cultural and Historical Excursions to sights like the National Mall, Arlington National Cemetery, George Washington’s Mount Vernon, Smithsonian Museums and President Lincoln’s Cottage.
  • An active network of nearly 19,000 alumni worldwide to join upon the completion of the program.

Summer Program Tracks

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Earn academic credit while exploring your passions and growing your network in Washington, D.C. this summer. The #TFAS Academic Internship Program includes academic credit from George Mason University, a guaranteed internship and furnished housing in the heart of Washington, D.C.

Learn more and apply at DCinternships.org.

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Virtual Information Session

We visit campuses each recruitment cycle, but if we aren’t coming to your campus this year, we are happy to conduct a virtual information session for your students. Email Melissa Grannetino at mgrannetino@tfas.org to learn more.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Email us at admissions@tfas.org or call 202.986.0384. You may also view our Staff page for individual staff members’ contact information.