Fund for American Studies - Institute on Political Journalism
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Deadline: |
Early Deadline, December 2, 2011; Priority Deadline, February 7; Final Deadline - March 7, 2012 |
Start Date: |
June 10, 2012 |
Duration: |
8 Weeks, June 10 - August 4, 2012 |
Location: |
Georgetown University--Washington, DC |
Area of Interest: |
 Arts Biomedical Sciences Engineering, Computer Science, and Applied Sciences Humanities Physical Sciences Social and Behavioral Sciences Other: |
Category: |
Education |
Description: |
Experience counts in the competitive field of journalism, and there is no better place to gain valuable reporting, writing and editing skills than the number one news town in the world, Washington, D.C. This intensive eight-week program is designed for students looking for professional, hands-on training in print or IPJ students in front of the Eisenhower Old Executive Office Building after their annual White House briefing broadcast journalism, PR, and politics. One of Washington's top academic and internship programs, IPJ has provided undergraduates with the ultimate Washington, DC summer experience for the past two decades. The Institute selects many of the best undergraduate journalism students in the country to attend this Institute each summer, where they attend classes in economics, ethics, and leadership and also serve in internships in major news organizations. Participants also attend regular briefings at principal news sites such as Congress, the White House, the State Department, and the Pentagon. |
Benefits: |
The experience, knowledge, and contacts students gain through the Institute on Political Journalism are valuable assets, and can increase one's earning power in the job market. The average scholarship award is $2,500, with the amount awarded based on financial need, academic merit, and leadership ability. |
Major(s): |
Humanities |
GPA: |
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Year In School at start of program: |
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior |
Employment Eligibility: |
Has Citizenship Has Permanent Residence Has Work Permit Other: |
Required |
Resume Personal Statement Letters of Recommendation Other: Official Transcripts, Application Fee |
Contact: |
Ms. Dana Faught |
Program Website: |
https://www.dcinternships.org/ipj |
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