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Summer 2019 Journalism + Communications Academic Internship Program in Washington, DC.


Journalism + Communications Academic Internship Program in Washington, DC
Feb. 12: Priority Deadline for Scholarships
Program Dates: Jun. 8 - Aug. 2

There has never been a more important or challenging time to be a journalism or public relations intern in Washington, DC. Use your skills and passion to get past the noise and report the facts!


Learn More and Apply! 

Journalism Contest: Deadline for Submissions: Feb. 18

1st Prize: $2,500 Cash + $5,000 scholarship to attend a TFAS program
2nd Place: $500 cash prize + $4,000 scholarship to attend a TFAS program
3rd Place: $100 cash prize + $3,000 scholarship to attend a TFAS program

 Visit this link to learn more! Contest

“My internship not only gave me a glimpse into the radio world, but I was able to jump in head first and completely immerse myself in the inner workings of it. I was given the valuable opportunity to help produce a podcast, write radio broadcast stories, and use audio editing programs. I also received feedback from my supervisor that has helped me become a better reporter. I would have never learned these skills or been exposed to the behind-the-scenes of talk radio without my TFAS internship!”

Gianni Windahl, Southern Methodist University
Intern, Radio America


Intern in Washington, DC - Gain Professional Experience this Summer!
All participants will receive an internship placement in the fields of news media or PR. Our staff works to place you with an organization that fits your skills and career goals.


  • Picture yourself working on one of these exciting projects: Covering the latest legislative battle by attending a hearing or Press Conference on Capitol Hill.
  • Standing on the steps of Supreme Court as protesters exercise their first amendment rights.
  • Attending a national security press conference at the Pentagon.
  • Planning and developing a social media campaign for a client at a dynamic DC PR firm.
  • Meeting experienced reporters at a lunch at The National Press Club.
  • Writing a news story about a new member of Congress.


Scholarship Funding
Apply today - there are still generous scholarships to be granted:

  • Awards are based on financial need and merit
  • More than 85% of students receive funding
  • Average awards of $1,000 to $4,500

Application Instructions

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 13. Apply by Feb. 12 for priority scholarship consideration and internship placement.

To learn more and to begin an online application, please visit www.DCinternships.org/JComm. Questions may be directed to 202.986.0384 or admissions@tfas.org.

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