The Washington Center Internship Program
Completing The TWC Application Process at UNH Plan early!  All applicants must meet with the UNH TWC Liaison, in advance of applying, to review all aspects of the application process, including reviewing drafts of your resume, essay and request statement., and to review costs, credits, and placements.  Typically, students meet with the Liaison at least three times before the application is approved and submitted to TWC!    Applications will not be signed or approved without a thorough review of all supporting documents by the UNH Liaison.
Application for Internship	Start your on-line application for The Washington Center at their site:  http://www.twc.edu/students/how_to_apply.shtml  You can start now, save it, and continue to work on it.  Do NOT upload any documents, however, until they've been reviewed and approved by the UNH TWC Liaison, Paula M. DiNardo.
Resume	A one-page, professional resume is required.  Students are encouraged to create their first draft, then to visit the UACC's walk-in Resume Review Service, offered M-F, 12:00-3:00 pm in Hood House, room 102.  Subsequent drafts will be reviewed with the UNH Liaison.
Internship Request Statement	The Internship Request Statement is a 100-word, no frills statement of the skills & experiences you wish to gain through TWC.  Think of it as an extended objective statement.  The audience is your future internship site, so address it broadly.  A rough outline should be: I would like an internship in Washington DC in the area of... Specifically, I'd like to be exposed to/learn more about/gain skills in... This would assist me in reaching my career goal of... Be direct, concise, and as specific as possible.  Talk about the skills, experiences you want from your internship and why.  It is recommended that you not name one agency in particular so that you keep your options open.  But if you do, be aware that such a statement could limit who considers your application
Issues Essay	Pick ONE issue that you are concerned about, are passionate or knowledgeable about in your field of choice, and discuss it in 500 words.  This should be written in the first person, and should contain some of your personal views or opinions.  This essay serves two functions for TWC's hiring agencies: It serves as a writing sample, for employers to see the quality of your writing skills, and A way of indicating to any hiring agency where you stand on issues so that you are matched with a placement that is a philosophical fit for you. Make sure your grammar is perfect.  List your full name & school clearly at the top.  Double spaced with 1" margins,  500 words.  Also, it's not a bad idea to make a "header" for each page with your last name and page number.  Ex: "Smith, N. T, p. 2."
Official Transcript	You will need ONE OFFICIAL transcript from EACH college or university you have attended.  UNH offers free transcripts which can be ordered online via WebCat, or at the Registrar's Office, Stoke Hall.  Simply request ONE OFFICIAL copy be sent directly to TWC (mailing address below).
Two Letters of Recommendation	You  will need two letters of reference; at least ONE MUST be from a PhD faculty member.  Give faculty advance notice of your request, and provide them with information on TWC if they aren't familiar with the program.  Also accompany a request for a letter of reference with a copy of your resume and an unofficial transcript (available from WebCat). Again, have your letter writers print just ONE copy sent directly to TWC Office in DC.  And don't forget to send a thank you note to your letter writers once you've been accepted.  It's also very advisable to send a note to them again once you are in DC, telling them about your placement and once more thanking them for their support. Instruct your letter writers to submit letters on departmental stationary, directly to TWC at  this address: Enrollment Services The Washington Center 1333 16th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036
Payment	There is a $60 application fee, assessed by  TWC.  If you are applying on-line, you'll be expected to include a credit card number to be charged.  Applications cannot be submitted without payment.  Some financial assistance may be available for those students who qualify through TWC or The New Hampshire State Society.
UNH Records Check	Complete a UNH Study Away Reference, to confirm that you are in good academic, financial and judicial standing, and that you will represent UNH in a positive light.  Interning with TWC is a privilege, and students with prior judicial or arrest records may not be eligible to attend.
Application Deadlines	Plan early!  All applicants must meet with the UNH TWC Liaison in advance of filling out the application, to review all aspects of the application process, including reviewing drafts of your resume, essay and request statement.  Students must also provide an official transcript from all colleges attended, and a completed & signed UNH Study Away Reference form.  Listed below are the regular deadlines for submitting an application.  NOTE:  Early Deadline is for placements that require security clearances, and possibly additional applications.  Some examples are the U.S. Depts. of  Justice, Homeland Security, State, Federal Law Enforcement agencies and others.  CNN, the Environmental Protection Agency, the Departments of  Commerce and  Interior,  The White House, and most scholarships are highly competitive and require applicants to adhere to the Competitive Deadline.  Check with the UNH Liaison regarding the specific program in which you are interested and the appropriate deadline.  Regular Deadline Competitive Deadline Early Deadline Begins Spring 2010 December 4, 2009 September 28, 2009 May 26, 2009 Summer 2010 March 12, 2010 February 1, 2010 September 28, 2009 Fall 2010 June 18, 2010 May 3, 2010 January 22, 2010 What Happens Next?  This link covers what happens once you submit your application, and reviews the unique TWC Placement Process.
For More  Information	Paula M. DiNardo, Coordinator National Student Exchange & Washington Center Internships 106 Hood House (603) 862-3485 e-mail: paula.dinardo@unh.edu updated:  10.05.2009 Applications, view books, cost sheets, and other materials are available from the UNH Washington Center Liaison. All applications and accompanying documents must be reviewed AND approved by the UNH Liaison  prior to submission to the Washington Center. On-line applications will not be approved without prior review of all materials by the UNH Liaison. Return to TWC at UNH