The Terjenian-Thomas Internship Program was established in 1977 to provide professional opportunities for Armenians living in the United States and abroad. Each summer, roughly 20 undergraduate and graduate students from around the world are selected to participate in the Intern Program. Participants intern at congressional offices, governmental agencies, media outlets, think tanks, law offices and non-governmental organizations.
Undergraduate or graduate students of Armenian decent, who will have completed at least two years at a 4-year accredited university or college by the start of the program. Preference will be given to those students continuing their education the following school year.
Download an application or fill it out online. You can also contact an Assembly staff member by emailing, jpiatt@aaainc.org, or calling, (202) 393-3434 ext. 237.
NO, this is a requirement for the Armenia Internship Program and is not necessary for the DC program.
The deadline for the 2010 applications is December 10, 2009.
The Armenian Assembly does not charge a fee for participation in the Internship Program. However, there are several costs associated with the internship. The student is responsible for transportation to Washington, DC, housing costs (roughly $30 a night paid in full to Georgetown University prior to your arrival), general grocery and spending money.
All majors are encouraged to apply!
All applicants will be notified by the mid February.
The staff will do its best to place you in a suitable internship but we do not guarantee the internship of your choice.
Eight (8) weeks
Yes. The Assembly staff encourages all interns to do their own research to optimize their opportunities.
All students must live with the group which will be housed at a Local University housing facility.
