Fall and Spring
Spring 2025 Applications Now Open!
- Search and apply for an internship of your choosing, do meaningful work, and make an impact.
- Attend CIW-exclusive tours of local sights such as the Capitol building, the Supreme Court, the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, or one of the many Smithsonian museums, and participate in D.C.-exclusive community events.
- Network with faculty who are experts in their fields and receive personalized attention in small seminar-style classes.
Eligibility
- The Cornell in Washington fall/spring semester program is open to all Cornell undergraduates in their sophomore year or later. Students from any Cornell college or major are invited to apply.
- Before applying to CIW, verify with your academic advisor or department that you are able to participate and how courses will apply to your major.
- You must be in good academic standing and have the demonstrated intellectual interest and personal maturity to participate in the program.
- An internship is required to participate.
- Enrollment in Cornell courses is required to live in the CIW building.
- Acceptance is on a space-available, first-come, first-served basis.
- ILR students: ILR students may participate in Cornell in Washington. ILR students may participate in off-campus programs beginning their junior year. Inform Brigid Beachler of your plan to join CIW (607.255.2266, bk30@cornell.edu).
- International Students: International students who are in paid positions should apply for CPT work authorization. While a student is enrolled, an international student’s internship cannot be more than 20 hours per week.