What is Michigan in Washington?
MIW gives 20–25 students from any major the chance to spend a semester in Washington, D.C., blending coursework with an internship tailored to their interests. While in D.C., you’ll:
Work four days a week at your internship.
Attend evening and Friday morning classes to deepen your academic and professional understanding.
Explore the vibrant city of Washington, D.C., on weekends!
As part of the program, you’ll take a professional development course the semester before heading to D.C. You do not need to register for this course in advance. This class provides tools for:
Finding and securing internships related to your interests.
Crafting standout resumes and cover letters.
Building confidence for networking and interviews.
Internship Opportunities
You can choose internships based on your passions and career goals. Here’s just a sample of what past students have pursued:
SPH: Alliance for Health Policy, National Sleep Foundation, Georgetown Center for Global Health Science and Security, American Hearth Association
Sociology: National Women's Law Center, Center for American Progress, DC Public Schools
Ross: GAO, International Franchise Association, Community Wealth Ventures, House Committees, CFPB
Ford: White House Hispanic Initiative, Forbes Tate, Brookings, Partnership for Public Service
Engineering: Department of Education, DHHS, Capitol Hill
Political Science: House Judiciary Committee, Department of Justice, Capitol Hill; Women’s Congressional Policy Institute, Wilson Center
Psychology: Children’s Defense Fund, Atlantic Council, American Psychological Association
Environmental Science (PitE): Environment America, Environmental Law Institute, Environmental Protection Agency
Communications & Media: CNN, C-SPAN, ABC News, DNC, FCC, CBS News
Economics: Federal Trade Commission, Brookings Institute, Treasury Department
PICS: U.S. Trade Representative, USGLC, Truman Center, National Defense University, Washington Institute for Near East Policy,
Whether you’re majoring in Women and Gender Studies, Afro-American and African Studies, Anthropology, or any other field, there’s an internship for you in D.C.!
Who Should Apply?
If you’re a 3rd or 4th-year undergraduate ready to learn outside a traditional classroom, MIW could be perfect for you. We’re looking for motivated students eager to explore the real-world applications of their academic skills while immersing themselves in the dynamic culture of Washington, D.C.
Funding Opportunities
Every admitted student receives a $1,500 scholarship. Additional funding is available based on financial need—no separate scholarship application is required!
Funding is available for this living and learning program. Every student admitted to Michigan in Washington receives a $1500 scholarship. Funding above this amount is based on financial need.
