Terjenian-Thomas Summer Internship Program (Washington, DC)

Terjenian-Thomas Summer Internship Program in Washington, DC

Purpose: Provides opportunities for college students to intern in Washington, DC with placements in Congressional offices and Armenian American organizations.

Geographic Scope: Washington, DC

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a matriculated student at time of applying
• Currently attending an accredited college/university (undergraduate or graduate)

Program Features:

• Highly competitive placements
• Internship placements may contact applicants directly
• Housing options available
• Housing scholarship opportunities (limited, competitive basis)

Housing Information:

• $500 housing deposit required upon acceptance (non-refundable, applied toward summer housing costs)
• Housing scholarships available on competitive basis for qualified students

Financial Aid:

• Limited number of housing scholarships available
• Requires FAFSA documentation for current year

Contact Information:

• Main office: (202) 393-3434 x336
• Selection Committee: jpiatt@aaainc.org
• Internship Program Director: interncoordinator@aaainc.org
• Address: Armenian Assembly of America, Attn: Internship Program Selection Committee, 1032 15th St NW, Suite 416, Washington, DC 20005

Application Process

Step 1: Complete Online Application

• Application questions
• Housing Scholarship section (if applying for financial aid)
• Housing deposit information

Step 2: Attach and Send Required Materials

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Transcript (can be mailed or uploaded)
• Writing Sample (2 pages maximum)
• Two Letters of Recommendation (mail or email to jpiatt@aaainc.org)

Step 3: Submit and Mail Additional Materials
Mail or email materials to:
Armenian Assembly of America
Attn: Internship Program Selection Committee
1032 15th St NW, Suite 416
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 393-3434 x336

Material Requirements

Resume:

• Emphasize elements qualifying for desired internship type
• Avoid lengthy descriptions
• Use clear, concise language
• Must be free of errors
• Can be more than one page
• Consult resume help resources or college Career Office

Cover Letter:

• One-page document
• Introduce yourself to hiring manager
• Argue why you would be good fit for position
• Fill in gaps resume cannot describe
• Tailor to desired internship, not specifically to Assembly

Transcript:

• Request from Registrar's office online or in person
• Note: expect slight delay due to backlog

Letters of Recommendation:

• Two letters from professors, advisors, or employers
• Should comment on academic achievements, written/verbal communication skills, or employment performance
• Avoid friends and relatives
• Professors/employers can send directly to jpiatt@aaainc.org or provide sealed envelopes

Housing Scholarship Application:

• Complete enclosed financial aid request form
• Attach copy of FAFSA documentation for current year

Deadline: December 10th, 2025 (past deadline

Post-Application

• Assembly staff will contact regarding housing deposit payment options
• Upon acceptance, placement process begins immediately
• Potential placements may contact applicants directly
• Notify Assembly of any developments in finding internship placement