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How to Stand Out on LinkedIn…In a Good Way, of Course
You already know that an internship gives you an edge for post-graduation positions. Add LinkedIn into the mix, and the possibilities for snagging your dream gig skyrocket. You know what LinkedIn...
Pros and Cons of Taking Winter Term Classes
Winter break is for kicking back and sleeping in, right? After a grueling semester-long internship, the last thing you are thinking about is more classes. But there are plenty of reasons to study up...
Network Your Way into the Career of Your Dreams While Still in School
Here’s how to network your way into the career of your dreams, even though you're still in school. Have you ever heard someone confabulate about the “college experience”? It’s true, mostly, but once...
Frightfully Fun Halloween Events in Washington DC
Fright season is upon us, and it’s going to be a thriller! The D.C. area takes this holiday seriously and hosts some of the best Halloween events for young adults on the east coast. As...
4 Steps You Can Take Now to Prep for Your Dream Internship Application
Don’t you love the way internships feel like a rite of passage? It’s like that coming-of-age moment in your favorite rom-com; your internship is that necessary first step between student life and...
No Job Offer After Interning? Here’s How Not to Throw a Pity Party
When your internship ends and you find yourself in the “no job offer” after interning category, it’s a major disappointment. You may even start to doubt your worth. There can be many reasons the...
Things To Do in D.C.
Check out some things to do in the upcoming weeks! UPCOMING WISH EVENTS: Monuments by the Moonlight Friday, September 29, 2017 6pm Closest Metro Stop: Union Station Have you seen the sites of...
5 Ways Your Internship Upgrades Your Personal Life, too
It’s no secret that internships offer big time benefits to your career. What about the personal benefits, though? How does your internship upgrade your personal life? In just a few short...
How to Rock the First Day of Your Internship
It's finally here. The first day of your dream internship. It's a big deal—and it can wreak havoc on your nerves. But don’t worry; we have some hot tips to help you succeed. Here's how to rock the...
EXCLUSIVE FOR WISH RESIDENTS: DC Model UN Training and Participation
In partnership with the Osgood Center for International Studies, WISH presents an exceptional opportunity for WISH residents to participate in the DC Model UN program on November 3-5, 2017 at the...