Overview
The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) hosts Washington, DC – based and virtual Academic Internship Programs for undergraduate students each summer, fall and spring.
TFAS programs include academic credit from George Mason University, an internship placement 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.
SUMMER 2022
In addition to the 5 program tracks offered in-person in Washington, a separate 100% Virtual Program will bring the BEST of D.C. to students around the country.
Review the program overview pages linked to below to determine which program is for you!
Summer Programs
International Affairs
International Affairs
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 8 weeks >> 3-6 Credits from GMU >> International Affairs Internships
Public Policy + Economics
Public Policy + Economics
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 8 weeks >> 3-6 Credits from GMU >> Public Policy Internships
Journalism + Communications
Journalism + Communications
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 8 weeks >> 3-6 Credits from GMU >> Journalism, Communications + PR Internships
Business + Government Relations
Business + Government Relations
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 8 weeks >> 3-6 Credits from GMU >> Government Relations Internships
Leadership + the American Presidency
Leadership + the American Presidency
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 8 weeks >> 3-6 Credits from GMU >> Public Policy + Nonprofit Internships
Virtual Program
Virtual Program
>> 100% Virtual Program >> 3-Credit Online Course from GMU >> Remote Internship Placement
Fall + Spring Capital Semester Programs
Capital Semester Fall – Leadership + the American Presidency
Capital Semester Fall – Leadership + the American Presidency
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 13 Weeks >> 12 Credits from GMU >> Public Policy, International Affairs + Nonprofit Internships
Capital Semester Spring – International Affairs + Public Policy
Capital Semester Spring – International Affairs + Public Policy
In-Person in Washington, D.C. >> 13 Weeks >> 12 Credits from GMU >> Public Policy, International Affairs + Nonprofit Internships