Semester in Washington D.C. Program

The Semester in DC Program is a new and unique program that places selected UCONN law students in federal agencies, legislative offices or national-level public interest organizations as legal interns for a semester of service.

If selected, you'll work near full-time (30 hours a week) in the chosen agency or public interest group. You’ll take an evening seminar to get the basic tools you need to succeed. And you’ll meet on-site with senior staff at a wide range of other federal agencies and major non-profit groups to learn about their life and work. You won’t get paid, but you will get the full complement of 12 academic credits for the term.

All in all, it's a great way to build your resume, expand your career horizons, gain valuable contacts and experience, and learn how our government works in the best possible way: by working in or with the government itself. And having experience in government is a huge asset not only in the getting full-time government jobs, but also in the private sector.

Click here for further details about the program, and answers to common questions and concerns.

Here’s how to apply.

Read about a recent activitity of the Semester in DC participants.