Washington, D.C. Internship Summit Program | Internships | BYU-Idaho

# Washington, D.C. Internship Summit Program

## About the Program

The BYU-Idaho Washington DC Internship Summit Program was launched to support BYU-Idaho students wanting to gain internship experience in the Washington DC area.

The Washington D.C. Internship Preparatory Program offers students access to a resource-rich Canvas course designed to support every step of the internship journey. The course includes curated internship databases, tools to strengthen LinkedIn profiles and résumés, interview preparation resources, and regular updates on available and popular opportunities. Students also receive personalized guidance "from the Washington D.C. Program Specialists, who are available to assist throughout the preparation process.

For those who secure internships in the D.C. area, the Washington D.C. Internship Summit provides affordable housing and a built-in support system. Students become part of a cohort of BYU-Idaho interns and benefit from meaningful experiences, including mentorship from local alumni, university faculty, and administrators throughout their time in the program.

## Time Frame

The Internship Summit Program Runs Three Cohorts Per Academic Year:

****Winter Cohort -**** January 1 - April 30 
****Spring Cohort -**** May 1 - August 31 
****Fall Cohort -**** September 1 - December 31

## Program Costs

$189

Internship Fee

$3,400

Summit Rent 
(total for 4 month semester)

Summit Rent refers to the fixed cost of student housing for each Washington D.C. Internship Summit cohort. Rent will not be prorated or adjusted based on individual internship timelines or personal preferences for early arrival or departure.

Additional expenses such as food, transportation, and entertainment will vary and are the responsibility of each student. Any classes that the student might be taking and those tuition costs will also be the responsibility of the student.

Once accepted into the program, the housing charge will appear on each participant's student account sometime after their arrival in D.C. which must be paid in full by the end of the cohort.

Students may be eligible for internship grant funding through the BYU-Idaho Financial Aid Office. In addition, eligible students may apply for scholarships, FAFSA grants, or loan funding toward their expenses. Students are strongly encouraged to explore all available funding options through Financial Aid and their academic department.

We also recommend seeking internships that offer travel stipends, cost-of-living subsidies, or paid positions to help offset the cost of participating in the Washington D.C. Internship Summit.

## Application

For students interested in doing an internship in Washington D.C but have not yet received an internship, apply for the Internship Prep Program. For students who have gotten an internship in Washington D.C., apply for the Internship Summit Program.

Program Consideration

For students who have not yet secured their internship, but are interested in identifying and internship in the Washington DC area. This group may be considered for current or future cohorts once a specific internship has been identified and secured.

Apply

Internship Summit Program

Intended for students who have already secured an internship in the Washington D.C. area. Upon applying, students will receive the necessary housing and Summit program forms to join the upcoming cohort and participate fully in the Washington D.C. Internship Summit experience.

Apply

## Internship Credit

If you are wanting credit for your internship, internships are approved and managed through individual academic colleges and departments. You can apply for internship approval through your I-Plan, or follow these instructions. Students are required to submit their internship for academic approval through I-Plan and may be required to complete any coursework and activities found in their individual internship course located on their personal I-Learn account.

## Housing

Students accepted into the Washington DC Internship Summit Program will have access to housing along with the other BYU-Idaho students in the same cohort. Rent costs for housing is $3,400. Housing is currently only available to single students, no married student housing is available through the program at this time. Married students are allowed to take part in the housing if they are not bringing their spouse with them. Students accepted into the program will be expected to follow housing rules and regulations that will be provided to them. The housing is fully furnished with mattress, pillow, blanket, sheets, cookware/bakeware, dishes, towels, couch and chair, lamps, and more.

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## Student Testimonial

Ellie Rogerson - Senator Risch

Students should ****NOT**** pass up the opportunity to be a part of the internship summit in Washington, D.C. There is nowhere you will find cheaper housing at such a safe and accessible location in such a nice and fully furnished apartment. It's also incredible having other BYU-I students there to do activities with and the BYU-I alumni who help us take advantage of what D.C. has to offer.

Andrew Coleman - Forvis Mazars

Hi! I am Andrew, and I just got back from my internship at Forvis Mazars in the Washington D.C. area. Washington D.C. is a great city with lots of great history and fun things to do. 
 
Working at Forvis Mazars was an incredible experience.They are a professional services firm that provides accounting and other financial services to its clients. I experienced so many things during my internship that have made a huge impact on not only my career but my life! 
 
I would recommend the experience to anyone and encourage you to continue building your career to reach your goals. Reach out and ask questions if you are interested!

Madison LaClare - National Right to Life

****"I have worked on projects in every department at my internship, from federal legislation to fundraising. From here I have gained valuable experiences that I will carry with me into my future career****." As I want to remain in the area I am interning in, it has also been useful that I have made valuable connections with people who are here in DC and are working in the same field."