Hosting a TFAS Intern
For more than 40 years, The Fund for American Studies (TFAS), has been placing outstanding undergraduate interns with top internship sites in Washington, DC.
TFAS brings student leaders from across the nation and world to Washington to participate in one of five Institutes that combine a professional internship experience with courses for academic credit in their field at Georgetown University.
The programs also provide additional opportunities that complement a student’s Washington experience, including guest lectures, a mentoring program, career development activities and other special events such as networking receptions and briefings at the World Bank and U.S. Capitol.
Please click here to download an Intern Request Form.
Please also return a detailed job description for all available positions as this will help TFAS staff to make the best possible matches
As part of the program, students intern in the following fields:
PROGRAM DATES:
Summer: June - July
Fall: September - December
Spring: January - April
ABOUT THE INTERNS:
- Available to intern 30 to 35 hours a week.
- Live in TFAS housing on Georgetown's campus or on Capitol Hill
- Most are rising juniors or seniors
- Have an average GPA of 3.5
- Possess exemplary leadership skills
- Active on their campus and in their community
ABOUT THE PLACEMENT PROCESS:
- Students undergo a rigorous application process based on academic record, leadership ability and professional experience.
- Students’ skills, interests and experience are matched to your organization’s needs.
- Intern sites are provided with student resumes, letters of recommendation, writing samples, and a phone interview.
INTERNSHIP SITE REQUIREMENTS:
- Detailed job description of available positions to aid TFAS staff in making the best possible match.
- Accessible via public transportation.
- Designated direct supervisor and workspace for each intern.
- Completed written evaluation of the student at the end of the Institute.
- In addition to general administrative work, internships should provide a substantive professional experience in which students can learn first-hand what it is like to work in Washington, DC.
- Students work unpaid, but stipends or funds for local travel are welcome.
Why Host an Intern?
BENEFIT FROM AN OUTSTANDING INTERN
Qualified undergraduates will work unpaid for the summer or semester assisting with direct service programs, event planning, communications, media, research projects, database work, attending hearings, and general office duties.
MENTOR A STUDENT
By offering students hands-on work experience, intern sites have the opportunity to serve as mentors for an elite group of college leaders.
SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES
Intern supervisors can volunteer to host students for an informal lunch in their office or speak to students on campus.
INVITATIONS TO SPECIAL EVENTS
Share in the students’ experience by attending Institute special events with keynote speakers and a special graduation ceremony at Georgetown University.
Internship Sites Needed
TFAS student interns in one of five academic internship programs. We recruit organizations to serve as internship sites in the following categories:
Institute on Comparative Political & Economic Systems
Government Agencies or Departments
Policy Groups or Think Tanks
Congress – House or Senate Office
Embassy
International Affairs Organization
Legal Organization
Trade Association or Public/Government Affairs Group
Institute on Political Journalism
Print Media Outlets, including Newspapers and Magazines
Radio and Television Stations
Online Publications
News Services
Corporate, Government or Nonprofit Communication Departments
Public Relations Firms
Institute on Business and Government Affairs
Corporate Government Affairs Office
Trade Association Government Affairs Office
Government Relations or Lobbying Firms
Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service
National Nonprofit Organizations
Local Community Nonprofit Organizations
Corporate, Community or Private Foundations
Arts Organizations
Capital Semester Fall & Spring
All of the above categories of organizations are used for internship sites.
Contact Us:
The Fund for American Studies
U.S. Programs
1621New Hampshire Ave., NW
Washington , DC 20009
202.986.0384
internships@tfas.org
Quotes From Previous Intern Sites
“Our intern did great work; he always put in the time to research and followed through on deadlines. He was a strong writer and needed very little supervision. We were sad to see him leave!”
Talk Radio News Service
"The placement process was very easy and smooth. I was very delighted with the caliber of students and would suggest that the same criteria be used in selecting such fabulous students in the future.”
International Community Corrections Association
“Our intern’s dedication to our organization energized the company and its employees. She was such a superb addition to our staff over the summer.”
American Institute for Cancer Research
“This is a great program! It is well organized and well supervised. It was so nice to basically have a ‘pre-screened’ candidate who we knew had an interest in our work.”
Greater DC Cares
“Our intern had a tremendous amount of energy, enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity. He was one of the most popular interns that we have had in our office.”
Ginnie Mae
“The quality of students is amazing. I don’t know how I could survive the summer without them!”
Living Classrooms of the National Capital Region
"The interns were more like part of our family here than just someone passing through, and that speaks highly of their commitment, intelligence, and enthusiasm for truly ‘making a difference’ in the world. Thank you for finding them and putting us together!"
National Crime Prevention Council
“Our IPJ intern was a wonderful addition to our department. Thank you for making such a wonderful match!”
Gannett Newspapers
"Our intern was an absolute joy to work with. We would hire him. He definitely complemented our staff well. He had a can-do attitude and was very personable.”
Health Industry Distributors Association
“I was proactively contacted by The Fund for American Studies at a time when I needed an intern but did not have the resources or time to conduct extensive interviews. They did all the work for me and made life much easier. Thank you!”
MasterCard Worldwide
“We were very pleased with the well-coordinated placement process."
The World and I Online
“Our intern was a great help to us this summer. He not only produced excellent work, but he also took initiative to go above and beyond what was asked of him. There were many projects that would not have been completed without his help.”
Grocery Manufacturers Association
“The interns did so much more than assist us with our day-to-day office tasks. They brought new life and energy to the program and became a part of our team.”
Literacy Volunteers and Advocates
“The student was one of the best interns I have had in nearly 20 years. She is a very conscientious and fast worker, and she did more in the first four weeks than I thought she would do all summer.”
National Lung Association
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