- BENEFITS Why GE
- INCLUDES What to Expect
- CAREERS Available Fields
- ELIGIBILITY Am I Eligible?
- TESTIMONIALS What Others Are Saying
- NEXT STEPS Fees & How to Apply
- CURRENT INTERN? Access the intern portal here
About Washington, DC Internships
As a city populated by just under one million people (with thousands of tourists from all over the globe visitng each year), Washington DC is dominated by national and international institutions such as the Smithsonian Museum, the US Capitol, the White House, countless businesses, lobbying organizations, and many international and domestic non-governmental organizations. Within this diverse and powerful city, we will develop an internship for you that best meets your personal and professional goals.
Academic Credit
Yes, you can earn academic credit for this program. The best credit option will be determined by your home university and academic advisor, and we can work with you to determine if credit through your school is possible. The other way is to earn independent credit from our US-based affiliate university, Eastern Washington University. We will work with you and your school to attain credit if possible and help you navigate the process.
Washington, DC Internships Schedule
The following is a schedule of Dates & Fees for the Washington, DC internships.
Program Name: USA: Washington, DC 8 weeks (Summer)
Start Date: 6/8/2013
USD Cost: $6490.00
Internship FAQs

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Are there age limits for the programs? What is the average age?

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Washington, DC Program Inclusions
Our comprehensive internship program in Washington, DC provides much more than just your customized guaranteed internship. We focus on matching you with the best employer so you have a great practical work experience but we also include a range of other program components to make sure you have an excellent overall experience.
Guaranteed Custom Internship Placement
At Global Experiences, we guarantee placement to all participants accepted into its internship programs.Unlike traditional recruitment companies, we work with each applicant on a one-to-one basis to understand their talents, expectations and match them with the best employer in their prospective career field. Most placements are unpaid with some offering a small stipend. By getting to know each individual applicant, learning of their academic background, career objectives, language proficiency (where relevant) and overall expectations we are able to place each individual in a work environment that will help them gain valuable work experience. We help each prospective intern create an effective resume, professionally prepare for an interview with potential employers, and psychologically prepare for their program.
Excursions and Social Events
Global Experiences wants to you to work hard and also play hard with our excursion and activities calendar designed for you to make the most of your summer. Global Experiences offers regular happy hours to help you network with your peers in Washington DC's vibrant social scene. You can travel independently or with fellow interns, using the Global Experiences travel resources to fill your social calendar. We also include excursions in each of our programs. Below are some examples.
Spirit of Washington Cruise
Start your program right by getting to know other Global Experiences students and enjoy the majestic sites of Washington, DC at night. Experience a luxurious evening aboard the Spirit of Washington for a three-hour escape to elegance and total entertainment experience only a true luxury cruising vessel can provide. Washington Nationals Baseball Game
A stay in DC would not be complete without experiencing America's favorite pastime. Join the crowd and other Global Experiences interns and cheer on your summer home team the Washington Nationals. More than the Monuments Walking Tour
Begin your second weekend in DC with a walking tour of the city. Not only will you learn everything about the monuments, you'll learn about George Washington's love for dogs, how Hollywood was involved in WWII, why Abraham Lincoln wore a beard, why Benjamin Franklin electrocuted a turkey, what makes the President's car so cool, why the White House is painted white, why French women loved Thomas Jefferson, which President invented the 7th inning stretch....And much, much, much more. This is not your average tour! Tour the White House or US Capitol
Summer interns this past year were invited to the White House, a rare and unique opportunity to see inside the world's most iconic building and center of US power. Participants in the 2010 summer program will also have the opportunity to visit the White House or the US Capitol building.
| Example Events (actual events offered may differ) | |
|---|---|
| Spirit of Washington Cruise | TBD |
| Nats baseball game vs. Colorado | TBD |
| Monument Walking Tour | TBD |
| Capitol Tour | TBD |
| White House Tour | TBD |
Housing in Washington, DC
Participants in the Washington DC program will stay at the George Washington University in single rooms within a student residence just a few blocks from the White House. The housing is in a great location close to all of the internship sites and within easy access to the DC metro.
Other Important Inclusions
- Optional academic credit provided by accredited US university. Inquire further with a program consultant
- Travel Medical Insurance (Emergency Medical + Personal Liability) valid for a full year irrespective of your program length
- On the ground support & 24/7 emergency contact
- Information and assistance obtaining required visa (as necessary)
- Welcome social event and orientation meeting
- Extensive pre-departure information provided by enrollment coordinator and online portal
- Dedicated program coordinator to prepare you for your program
Career Fields Available in Washington, DC
We offer a wide range of career field options in Washington, DC . If you do not see yours listed below please contact a program consultant as we are able to find placements in other areas.
Career Fields in Washington, DC
Washington, DC Internship Program Eligibility
Participants in the Washington DC internship program are required to be 19-30 years old at the start of the program and have some relevant coursework in their preferred field of internship placement. Participants must also have a very high level of English necessary to participate in a university and professional setting. If you are uncertain regarding your eligibility please inquire with a program consultant.
Visa Eligibility
American citizens do not require a visa.
All individuals without U.S. citizenship wishing to take part in our Washington, DC or New York City internship programs must have a valid passport and obtain a J-1 Visa to legally participate. To qualify for the J-1 Visa, you must be a current university student OR will be starting our internship program within 12 months of graduating from your university.
Those requiring a J-1 Visa will incur a visa processing fee of $1,200 in addition to the cost of the program. This fee is not imposed by Global Experiences but is for the visa itself. Eligibility and formal acceptance into the program are determined based upon a conversation with one of our Program Consultants and a completed application form. Please inquire within for more information. Thank you!Eligibility and acceptance is determined based on a completed application form and formal acceptance into the program.
Washington, DC Testimonials

Nancy
Siena College
Environmental Science
"Interning in Washington, D.C. through Global Experiences was the best opportunity I had in my life. I worked for a non-profit Environmental Organization working to improve China’s environmental quality and I gained great experience by being able to attend meetings and do research on climate change. Not only did I have a great working experience but I also made friends that I will have for a lifetime and networked with many people. I would recommend anyone to take an internship through Global Experiences because the knowledge gained through working and networking, meeting new people, and being able to go to events was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life and has helped me grow as a person."

Lexie
Lake Forest
Law/Legal
"So I just want to say that you're a genius and this internship is by far the coolest thing I've ever gotten to do :) I am working on a murder case. So awesome! I just wanted to let you know that I had a fantastic summer. Thank you for finding me the most fabulous internship ever."

Sabine
Algonquin College
Journalism
"My internship program in Washington, DC has completely changed my perspective on things and I feel like I really grew up. When I got back home I felt more confident about myself and my future. I know what I want and I know how to get there. Washington was a huge stepping stone for me."
Talking Washington, DC
Our Placement Process
We excel at matching each intern with the best employer by learning about you and your expectations of your experience abroad. There is not another group or company that does this as well as Global Experiences.
Finding the career that is right for you is a journey that may last a lifetime. Global Experiences will help you identify your personal and professional interests and skills while affording you an opportunity to apply those in a real world work environment.
Global Experiences does not place you with just any company, but rather walks you through a comprehensive consultation to understand your academic background, learning and career objectives, language proficiency (where relevant), and whether you are interested primarily in the cultural travel experience or the professional development opportunity. Getting to know you and understanding all of these variables helps Global Experiences identify the internship that will best serve your needs and expectations.
We work with thousands of employers worldwide covering a broad range of academic and career fields. Once you inquire with Global Experiences, we learn as much about you and convey the types of placements that are available. We are generally able to let you know in our first contact whether you are a good candidate for our program. As we guarantee our internships, Global Experiences will not accept you into the program unless we are confident about finding a suitable placement.
Once you are accepted into the program and pay your program deposit, Global Experiences will immediately begin formalizing your internship placement. We will work with you to create an effective resume, prepare for an interview, and organize the documentation required to secure your visa. All participants will have access to a portal of pre-departure information that will help prepare you for your Global Experience.
Washington, DC Internships Schedule
The following is a schedule of Dates & Fees for the Washington, DC internships.
Program Name: USA: Washington, DC 8 weeks (Summer)
Start Date: 6/8/2013
USD Cost: $6490.00
How to Apply
While career development and true cultural immersion are lifelong endeavors, we make the process of securing an international internship quick and easy. Five simple steps and you will be involved in an unforgettable experience that will truly give you an edge in life.
Program Inquiry
Consultation
Application
Enroll, Prepare and Interview
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