Intern For WACH.

We offer a summer internship program for college and high school students

During our June-August program, students will gain in-depth knowledge of international, national, and local affairs. They will also organize the annual International Young Leaders Conference.

Hours are flexible and include visits to area museums, the State Capitol and other locations. 

This program is run jointly with PennLive and the students have the opportunity to write a published op-ed or letter to the editor.

2023 Interns at the PA State Capitol

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Daily Activities Include:
  • Discussing world affairs with experts in various fields
  • Learning how to debate professionally and relate with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, languages and lands
  • Learning how to work together in teams
  • Understanding business professionalism and creating a professional image
  • Learning about journalism and communication through hands-on activities
  • Helping organize the International Young Leaders Conference
  • Specializing in a field and presenting your research
  • Making a difference in the community!
My favorite experience was having the chance to speak with the Governor and asking him pressing questions that a lot of people in our generation would like answers to. That is an opportunity that many people will never have.
Past Intern
2021

Become a WACH Intern

Internship Activities

Click below to explore the different activities our interns have the opportunity to be involved in.

International Young Leaders Conference

Annual event organized by our interns with topical discussions.

Next Gen PA

A fortnightly podcast started by our Youth Council that covers local PA issues from a youth perspective.

The Intern Journal

An annual collection of our interns’ published opinion pieces.

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