School of Arts

Washington and Albany Semesters

Manhattan College participates in four programs that enable students to obtain a greater understanding of how our state and federal government operate. These programs allow you to have an internship experience in the nation’s capitol, or the New York State Capitol, while earning college credits. For more information about any of these programs, contact Dr. Margaret Groarke, 718-862-7943, or Dr. Pamela Chasek, 718-862-7248. 

American University Washington Semester Program: In this program, you choose from among 13 distinct semester programs allowing you to really delve into your specific field of interest. You spend two days a week interning in Washington, DC, and three days a week in a seminar that takes you all over the city. Program choices include: American politics, economic policy, foreign policy, IT and telecom policy, international business and trade, international environment and development, journalism, justice, peace and conflict resolution, public law, transforming communities, and women and public policy. 

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars: In this program, which you can participate in for a semester or during the summer, you will intern in Washington, DC, at least four days a week and take an academic course one evening a week. Internships are available in many fields, including accounting, arts, business, congress, education, environment, public administration, public policy, foreign policy, communications, law, science and women’s issues. 

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Summer Internship: Most interns in Congress don't get paid. This is a rare opportunity to work for a member of Congress for a summer and receive a stipend, free housing, and free transportation to and from DC. Latino students with at least a 3.0 GPA may apply. Application usually due in January. 

New York State Senate and New York State Assembly : Interested students will work full time in an office of an individual senator or assemblyman in Albany for a semester, and take two academic courses.