DC Topeka Internship Application

WSU students interested in the Washington DC or Topeka internship program for the spring 2026 should complete the application by 4pm on October 3rd 2025.

Before beggining this application:
1.) Students must meet with the Shocker Career Accelerator to go over their resume before submitting their application.
2.) Write a one page statement of intrest.
3.)You will need three references. one Academic, one professional, and one professional or academic.

The Program is open to all WSU students interested in public affairs and funding is available for housing and transportation.

If you have any questions please reach out to the intership coordinator for DC/Topeka Neal Allen. Neal.Allen@wichita.edu 316-978-7133 Lindquist Hall Room 418

Name:*Legal first and last name

myWSU ID*Example A123B456

Permanent Address*Please include Address, City, State, and Zip Code

Phone Number*(123)456-7890

Academic Major(s)*

Anticipated Graduation Date*Example: Spring 2025

Current Classification *

Number of Academic Hours*The number of completed credit hours on your transcript.

Current Cumulative GPA*You can find this number on your DegreeWorks

Are you part of the Cohen Honors College or a department honors track for your major?*If you are unsure select no

Which placement would you prefer *

Please List 1 Academic References *Please include the name and contact information for each.

Please List 1 Professional References

Please List 1 Academic or Professional References

*Resume
You do NOT need a cover letter. Students must have met with the Shocker Career Accelerator to go over resume before submitting.

*Statement of interest
Please upload one page discussing your interest in politics and/or public affairs. Please include what type of internship you are seeking.