Meet the 2024 TFAS Program Advisors
Program Advisors (PAs) are here to ensure your summer experience at TFAS runs smoothly! They’re your go-to people for any questions, concerns or just a friendly chat. PAs are alumni…
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7 Ways to Stand Out at Your Internship
Whether this is your first internship, or your final experience before entering a full-time career, make sure you’re following these 7 tips to excel in the office. 1. Arrive slightly…
5 Strategies for Researching Internship Sites
As a young professional, you’re well aware that the competition for internships is basically Hunger Games: Intern Edition, but with fewer fireballs and more cover letters. To stand out and…
15 Words and Phrases that Will Make You Sound Like a Washingtonian
If you want to sound less like a tourist and more like a local, take a look at this list of words and common phrases often heard and used here…
We’re Hiring – Recruitment, Admissions + Programs Associate
ABOUT THE ROLE The Collegiate Programs + Alumni Engagement Department at TFAS is hiring a Recruitment, Admissions + Programs Associate. This position will focus on various recruitment and admissions projects…
We’re Hiring – Program Coordinator, International Affairs + Law Fellowship
The Collegiate Programs department of The Fund for American Studies is seeking a full-time program coordinator for the International Affairs Academic Internship Program for undergraduate students and the Summer Law Fellowship for first and second-year law students. This position will work with the program…
Application Advice from TFAS Staff
We asked our Collegiate Programs and Admissions Teams for their best application advice. Keep these tips in mind as you work on your TFAS application! Timely Transcripts Request…
Ace Your Internship Interview – From the Comfort of Your Own Home
If you’re preparing for an internship interview in Washington, D.C., whether it be over the phone or on a video platform like Zoom, it’s important to be well-prepared and…
Connect With TFAS: 2022 Fall Career Fairs + Conferences
TFAS Wants to Meet You! This fall our staff members will be attending a mix of in-person and virtual career fairs and conferences at colleges and universities all over the…
Video Interview Etiquette: How to Look and Feel Your Best on Screen
Are you preparing for an internship interview on Zoom or another video conferencing platform, and you’re feeling a little nervous? We get it – virtual interviews can be intimidating. But…
Get Ready to Shine: Using the STAR Method to Highlight Your Qualifications
The STAR Method is like a superpower for your internship interviews and applications. It helps you clearly and effectively communicate your skills and experiences in a way that’s easy for…
Resume Writing 101: How to Craft a Standout Resume as a College Student
Crafting a resume as a college student can be intimidating, but let’s be real, it’s not rocket science. While you may have limited work experience, you can still create a…
The Essential Guide to Answering Common Interview Questions
As an intern in Washington, D.C., you’ll likely face a range of common internship interview questions designed to gauge your suitability for the position. Here are some tips on how…
The Power of a Simple Thank You: Why You Should Always Send a Note After an Internship Interview
So you just had an internship interview and you’re feeling pretty good about it. But before you sit back and relax, there’s one more important step you should take: sending…