Become a 2023 Program Advisor
We are accepting Program Advisor applications for the 2023 TFAS Summer Program! Program Advisors (PAs) are an essential part of successfully running our summer program. They help run all events…
#TFAS Updates
6 Tips for Ensuring a Smooth Admissions Experience
Before You Apply Research the programs – TFAS offers Washington, DC-based programs each Fall, Spring and Summer. Each program includes a guaranteed internship placement, academic credit, housing (if applicable) and…
How to Submit Your Official Transcript to TFAS
No matter which TFAS Program you apply to, you will have to submit your official transcript to TFAS as part of the application. This post will provide information about submitting…
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…
Full-Scholarship for Polish Citizen
The full scholarship to participate in The Fund for American Studies Academic Internship Program is available through a scholarship named in honor of Ignacy Jan Paderewski and General Edward Rowny. It includes housing, tuition,…
Full-Scholarship for Estonian Citizen
The full scholarship to participate in The TFAS Academic Internship Program is available through the generous support of Louis DeJoy and his wife, former U.S. Ambassador to Estonia Aldona Wos. Scholarship…
Full-Scholarship for Latvian Citizen
The full scholarship to participate in The TFAS Academic Internship Program is available through a scholarship fund named in honor of former TFAS Professor George Viksnins. Scholarship funding includes housing and…
Overcoming Political Hobbyism: How TFAS students are getting involved in local politics
By: Emily Schroen ’19, International Affairs Coordinator There’s a reason most people dread political conversations at Thanksgiving dinner. Family members with polar political affiliations shouting about the president, taxes, policy…
Connect With TFAS: October + November 2021 Virtual Career Fairs
TFAS Wants to Meet You! This fall our staff members will be attending virtual career fairs at colleges and universities all over the country. Learn about our academic internship programs…
Join The TFAS Team!
TFAS is seeking an Alumni Engagement + Special Programs Coordinator to join our team in Washington, D.C. About the Role The Alumni Engagement Coordinator will focus on coordinating and developing a variety…
Connect With TFAS: September 2021 Virtual Career Fairs
TFAS Wants to Meet You! This fall our staff members will be attending virtual career fairs at colleges and universities all over the country. Learn about our academic internship programs…
Student Leader Builds Confidence During TFAS D.C. Summer Program
By: Emily Whitehead ’20, Business + Government Relations Program Advisor Kenlee Foskey ’21 came to Washington, D.C. hoping to build off of her campus involvement and to grow as a…
Meet Our Program Advisors: Tiffanie Oduber ’20
By: Tiffanie Oduber ’20, Program Advisor – Journalism + Communications I was born and raised in Aruba and got my degree in International communication and media with a specialization in…
Meet Our Program Advisors: Amanda Shoopman ’18
By: Amanda Shoopman ’18, Program Advisor – Leadership + the American Presidency Growing up, I was always unsure of my path. I always had so many interests; I never…