Upcoming Short-Term Experiences in D.C.

Maximize your career exploration through The Washington Center’s immersive short-term programs. We offer week-long seminars and other accelerated and powerful experiences in Washington, D.C. to help kick-start your future. 

Inside Washington Seminar

January 5 – 13, 2027

Spend a week in Washington, D.C. with college students from across the country to discuss hot-button issues in policy, media, business and politics. You’ll interact with experts and public figures, explore different career paths and go behind the scenes of organizations in the city where history is made.

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National Security Seminar

May 11 – 19, 2027

Dive into the national security challenges facing the world today and see how you can explore a future career in this field. You’ll hear from experts and decision makers who tackle national security issues every day and get an insider's view of organizations and agencies involved.

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