Jobs & Internships
Washington, DC is an ecosystem of career professionals of all levels, each dedicated to making an impact. Revolutionaries don’t just study the future—they build it.
Career Preparation, Events & Career Fairs
Internships and professional roles are the bridge between academic theory and real-world impact. Below are a suite of resources, tools, and communities that move our students (and alumni) forward.
HANDSHAKE
- Job and internship postings
- 1:1 career coaching on: career strategy, ATS optimization, LinkedIn optimization, networking support, personal and professional branding
- open office hours and group discussions
- resume and cover letter guides
- Workshop and events calendars
INTERSTRIDE
Connecting students to global opportunities — from dream school to dream career anywhere around the world.
- International-friendly jobs and internships in the US
- Work and study abroad opportunities
- International network
- Career and immigration resources
JOBSCAN
Jobscan AI helps you optimize your resume, improve LinkedIn, track applications, and find jobs that truly match.
- Introductory access for undergraduate level students
- Premium Access for graduate level students
- ATS career coaching for graduate level students
Innovative Opportunities
National Institute of Standards and Technology
The George Washington University has partnered with the National Institute of Standards and Technology to grow the national scientific workforce.
GW Innovation Center: From Prototype to Professional
The GW Innovation Center (GWIC) is a high-impact bridge between academic theory and workforce readiness. More than a makerspace, it is a professional laboratory where students transform creative ideas into career-defining assets.
SEAS Career Services Team
Director
Chalvonna Smith Teachey
Room: 2970
Email: chalvonnasmith
gwu [dot] edu (chalvonnasmith[at]gwu[dot]edu)
Career Development Manager
Jessica Palermo
Email: jpalermogwu [dot] edu (jpalermo[at]gwu[dot]edu)
Student Communications & Marketing Specialist
Dharshini Balamurugan
Email: dharshini [dot] balamurugangwmail [dot] gwu [dot] edu (dharshini[dot]balamurugan[at]gwmail[dot]gwu[dot]edu)
Career Services Ambassador
Hetal Lad
Email: h [dot] ladgwmail [dot] gwu [dot] edu (h[dot]lad[at]gwmail[dot]gwu[dot]edu)
Career Advisor
Karen Koranteng
Email: karen [dot] korantenggwu [dot] edu (karen[dot]koranteng[at]gwu[dot]edu)