Special Events

Overview

IPJ Students Before White House briefing

As participants in IPJ, students are afforded once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to visit places of power and interest located in the Washington area.

In addition to classes and internships, the following components make up the remainder of the program:

• Site Briefings at the White House complex, State Department, Capitol Hill, the Wrold Bank and various Embassies
• Small Group Activities to network with working journalists
• Mentor Program with one on one meetings with working journalists, PR professionals, and Capitol Hill staffers.
• Professional Development seminars offered throughout the summer. Includes resume and interview tips, public speaking and career guidance sessions.
• Social Events such as Trivia Night, Potomac River Canoeing, BBQ Party, Washington Nationals Baseball game.

“My summer experience was truly an once-in-a-lifetime experience that I wouldn’t trade for the world. The experience has provided me with information and skills that will drastically help me achieve my career goals.”
Tara MacInnes
Our Lady of the Lake College
Intern, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society