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The American Israel Public Affairs Committee

Diamond Summer Intern

June - August 2019 • Washington, DC

What I liked

Although AIPAC is one of the top 3 lobbyists in the US, the environment was very comfortable. Higher-level staff members were happy to interact with interns and supervisors were very approachable.

What I wish was different

I wish that I would have done more research.

Advice

Get coffee with as many people as possible.
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Leadership Institute Intern

June - July 2016 • Washington, DC

What I liked

There is a big internship program, so you intern with a group of 30 other students. However, everyone is in different departments so you still have as many opportunities as you would like to have within your department. There is a very open culture and everyone in the office is very welcoming to the interns and willing to mentor them. There are also a lot of training and networking opportunities throughout the summer.

What I wish was different

I wish I had learned how to express what I wish to gain from my internship earlier in the summer.

Advice

Get to know the different people and departments in the office and network as much as you can.
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Policy and Government Affairs Intern

June - August 2018 • Washington, DC

What I liked

I liked learning about Middle Eastern foreign policy more in-depth and how AIPAC as an organization operated.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

Professional networks matter heavily in obtaining D.C. internships as well as knowing how to market yourself and your experiences.
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Policy and Government Affairs Intern

June - August 2018 • Washington, DC

What I liked

Really great work environment and substantial tasks.

What I wish was different

Higher pay.

Advice

Definitely reach out to your AIPAC field organizer if interested.
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