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4 Steps You Can Take Now to Prep for Your Dream Internship Application
Don’t you love the way internships feel like a rite of passage? It’s like that coming-of-age moment in your favorite rom-com; your internship is that necessary first step between student life and...
No Job Offer After Interning? Here’s How Not to Throw a Pity Party
When your internship ends and you find yourself in the “no job offer” after interning category, it’s a major disappointment. You may even start to doubt your worth. There can be many reasons the...
Things To Do in D.C.
Check out some things to do in the upcoming weeks! UPCOMING WISH EVENTS: Monuments by the Moonlight Friday, September 29, 2017 6 pm Closest Metro Stop: Union Station Have you seen the sites of the...
5 Ways Your Internship Upgrades Your Personal Life, too
It’s no secret that internships offer big time benefits to your career. What about the personal benefits, though? How does your internship upgrade your personal life? In just a few short months,...
How to Rock the First Day of Your Internship
It's finally here. The first day of your dream internship. It's a big deal—and it can wreak havoc on your nerves. But don’t worry; we have some hot tips to help you succeed. Here's how to rock the...
EXCLUSIVE FOR WISH RESIDENTS: DC Model UN Training and Participation
In partnership with the Osgood Center for International Studies, WISH presents an exceptional opportunity for WISH residents to participate in the DC Model UN program on November 3-5, 2017 at the...
The Right Questions to Ask When Looking for Intern Housing Options
You did the work and landed your big city internship – congratulations! You’re about to show your career goals who’s boss. Now there is only one question remaining: where are you going to live while...
What to Do Now to Land a Big City Internship Next Semester
The fall intern semester is about to begin. Thousands of interns are heading for DC for an amazing experience. It could be you next semester! If your dream is to work in a major U.S. city like...
9 Things Companies Wish Their Interns Knew Before Starting
How can a new intern hit the ground running? Internships often span just a few months, so you don’t have the luxury of time to get acquainted or ramp up your skills. Here’s some tips on how to...
6 Foolproof Ways to Escape Intern Burnout
How do you escape intern burnout? Everyone knows internships are incredibly demanding. They require a lot of your time and energy and leave very little time for anything outside of work. There’s no...