To learn more about the program visit The Washington Center website. The Washington Intern Foundation is a nonprofit organization provides information on internships on Capital Hill and in the Washington, DC area. Internship Information Introduction Internships are a wonderful way to gain career-related experience while in college. Survey after survey indicate that career related experience is necessary and important in finding the first professional position. Employers look favorably on interns who have worked in the field and have proven themselves as effective employees.
Some organizations use their pool of interns to select full-time employees.
Whether you do an internship through your academic major for credit or as a volunteer the experience you will gain is invaluable. Credit Opportunities Students interested in internships should first check with their academic department if they wish to receive credit. The credited internship usually is tied in with a student's academic major. You will need to have completed a specific number of credit hours and go through a formal approval process before credit can be awarded. Most internships for credit are non-paid.