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Washington, D.C. Internship Programs

Washington, D.C. Internship Programs. Fall 2012 Information Session. Central Michigan University. What is The Washington Center?. www.twc.edu. Why Intern? Why Washington D.C.?. Gain experience employers value Develop professional networks Test-drive a future career Build your resume

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Washington, D.C. Internship Programs

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  1. Washington, D.C. Internship Programs Fall 2012 Information Session Central Michigan University

  2. What is • The • Washington • Center? www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  3. Why Intern? Why Washington D.C.? • Gain experience employers value • Develop professional networks • Test-drive a future career • Build your resume • Get insight into your interests www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  4. Washington Center Internships • On site 4-4.5 days per week • Tailored placement process • Positions with a wide range of organizations available • Substantive responsibilities • Support from TWC program advisor www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  5. Washington Center Leadership Forum • Simpson-Mineta Leaders Series • Public Policy Dialogues on Capitol Hill • Programming in small groups (Political Leadership, Law and Criminal Justice, etc.) • Civic Engagement Project • Portfolio • Other activities… www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  6. Washington Center Academic Courses • One evening per week for 3 hours • Choose from among up to 40 offerings • Range across many disciplines • Engaging faculty who are experts in their fields • Held at TWC facilities and selected other locations in Washington, D.C. area www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  7. Washington Center Housing • Located in Washington, D.C., VA, and MD • Apartment-style • Convenient to the Metro • Fully-furnished • Shared with interns from around the world • Support from TWC student services staff www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  8. Washington Center Student Services • Career Boot-camp, Resume Blitz, etc. • R.A.-organized activities • Disability Services • Many other area events to attend! www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  9. Credit, Cost and Financial Assistance • All participants are required to earn credit. • Each institution has different arrangements in place regarding amount and type of credit available. • Our aim is to make program as comparable as possible to staying on campus for the same period of time. • Over 75% of U.S. students receive scholarship assistance from TWC. • Check with your campus liaison and financial aid office to learn more! www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  10. Credit and Cost for Central Michigan University • Credit (awarded by CMU) • Fall/Spring: 15 • Summer: 12 • PoliSci and affiliated majors only • Program Fees • Student pays TWC, CMU waives tuition • Guaranteed scholarship from TWC: $1,000 • 2 competitive scholarships from CMU each semester: ~$3,500 www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  11. Eligibility Requirements and Application • 3.0 GPA minimum • Junior/senior standing at CMU • PoliSci/affiliated majors only • Approved by campus liaison to receive credit for participation • Components: form, resume, transcript, 2 letters of recommendation, statement of professional interest, writing sample, application fee or deposit Apply online! http://portal.e.twc.edu Spring 2013 Deadlines Competitive: Oct 12 Regular: Nov 16 www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  12. Sample Placements – Central Michigan University • Students from Central have previously interned with : • Environmental Protection Agency www.twc.edu Internships and Academic Seminars

  13. Questions? www.twc.edu | info@twc.edu | 800-486-8921 |Dr. Joyce Baugh: baugh1ja@cmich.edu

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