August 19, 2024
A capital internship on Capitol Hill
An internship in the office of a U.S. congresswoman gives senior a hands-on education in policymaking and governance.
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Feature Stories
July 25, 2024
Angel Cups put safety first
Three budding entrepreneurs develop a concept for a disposable cup that will detect date-rape drugs when they are added to a drink.
July 24, 2024
Justice for all
Whether litigating white-collar crime or pro bono cases, lawyer Jessica Bigby seeks equal justice for all.
July 17, 2024
Saving lives, one child at a time
Pediatric nurse practitioner Lindsay Flanagan, ’14, fights to help her patients beat cancer and enjoy a normal childhood.
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Nina Sretenovic, ‘25, interned with United Nations for Permanent Mission of Serbia
“My internship experience was so enriching and transformative. I had an opportunity to spend my days with the most experienced and knowledgeable diplomats from all around the world. I attended various meetings in the UN representing my country. I also had a chance to participate in negotiations about different political declarations, such as declaration of...
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Mia Bouillonnec, '25, interned with the U.S. Department of State this summer in Lyon, France.
“My greatest accomplishment during this internship was writing a government cable on political extremism and violence in the city of Lyon. This was a document of about 3 pages that described the state of the far-left and far-right in Lyon, the violence that has been occurring over the past year, and why the U.S. should pay attention to it. This...
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“During my internship at the Permanent Mission of Georgia to the United Nations, I had the privilege of being closely involved in a range of impactful projects and responsibilities. These included researching Georgia's engagement with the UN, examining refugee statuses, and contributing to vital briefing materials. I had the opportunity to attend high-level conferences and negotiations, gaining invaluable insights into diplomatic strategies...
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Alexia Leca, ‘25, Political Science and Global Studies Major, and Burhans Civic Fellow Interned with Romanian Embassy in Spain
“During my time at the Embassy, I worked in the Trade Office. I was able to contribute to the efforts of the Romanian Embassy in Spain by strengthening the institutional dialogue with government authorities, institutions, and organizations in the economic field; organizing and attending conferences and large-scale...
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“During my time at Senator Mark Warner’s office, I had the privilege of working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of their constituents. The exposure I gained to the inner workings of our government, the opportunity to contribute in meaningful projects, and the chance to witness positive influence of public service firsthand have had a profound impact on my personal and...
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“Working for the Senate Democratic Media Center under the Senate Majority Leader, Chuck Schumer, was a once in a lifetime experience. Over the course of the internship, I shadowed his personal photographer, videographer, graphic designer, and even got to sit in the Senate Democratic Studio and witness other senators curate campaign and social media videos.”
-Elyse Kimball, ‘24
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“This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to be at the Montgomery County Circuit Court in Rockville, MD. During this time I was paired with the Honorable Jill R. Cummins and was her undergraduate law intern for 10 weeks.
My greatest accomplishment was at the end of the internship during a breach of contract trial. The attorneys had just presented their closing statements and the judge had gone back to chambers to deliberate. It was then...
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