Dickinson in D.C.

ACADEMICS 

CET will work with participants to match them with industry-leading internship partners across the Washington, D.C. metro area. In addition to their four-day internship, students will also take several classes taught by Dickinson and CET faculty. Students will intern approximately 31-hours per week, applying their on-site internship experience to the Internship: Bridging Theory and Practice course and aspects of the D.C. Seminar. A typical intern would work on-site Monday-Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Students earn 4 Dickinson credits through participation in the Dickinson in DC program. Students will enroll in the following courses: 

• INTD 390. DC Seminar Course (1 credit) 
• INTR 301. Internship Course: Bridging Theory and Practice (2 credits) 
• Elective course (1 credit) - options include:
  Dickinson course taught by Dickinson professor (topics vary) Dickinson course taught by CET faculty: potential topics may include American Politics, American History, Foreign Policy, Global Business, International Law, Journalism, Public Health, and Sustainable Development 

ACADEMIC EXCURSIONS 

The program coordinator facilitates optional extracurricular activities throughout the semester for students to connect with peers, explore Washington, D.C., and immerse themselves in local culture. Details will be shared with students before the start of the program. 

HOUSING AND MEALS 

All participants will live in program housing. Student accommodations will be furnished double or triple occupancy rooms in houses or apartments. A kitchen will be provided either in the apartment or within the housing complex. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own cooking supplies, utensils, and food and will receive a board stipend from Dickinson to cover this cost. 

STAFF  

Students are supported by CET on-site staff throughout the semester. The on-campus coordinator is David O’Connell, Associate Professor of Political Science.