Deadline:
August 08, 2025
Program Starts: January 21, 2026
Program Ends: April 10, 2026
Location(s)
United States of America
Washington, D.C.
Overview
Thank you for your interest in the White House Internship Program. The White House Internship Program’s mission is to make the “People’s House” accessible to future leaders from around the nation.
Details
The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office, and prepare them for future public service opportunities.
About the White House Internship Program
The President, First Lady, and White House staff are committed to providing young leaders an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and serve their country through the White House Internship Program. This program was developed to provide hands-on experience and cultivate meaningful skills.
The Program
A select group of young men and women from across the country dedicate their time, talents, energy, and service to better the White House and the Nation. These committed citizens become part of the White House team. The assignments given to an intern on any given day could include: conducting research, managing incoming inquiries, attending meetings, writing memos, and staffing events.
While interns’ responsibilities and tasks vary by department, all interns are united through weekly events, including a speaker series and small group meetings exploring different policy aspects within the Executive Office of the President. Most importantly, the internship experience emphasizes community, and interns participate in service projects at schools and non-profit organizations in Washington, D.C.
Spring 2026 Internship Timeline:
- Application Posted – July 14, 2025
- Application Deadline – August 8, 2025
- Acceptance Notifications Begin – September 1, 2025
- Internship Start Date – January 21, 2026
- Internship End Date – April 10, 2026
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, must be 18 years of age, and must meet at least one of the following criteria to apply:
- Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution).
- Have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) no more than two years before the internship program start date.
- Are a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty–for any length of time–in the two years preceding the internship program start date.
Dates
Deadline: August 08, 2025
Program starts:
January 21, 2026
Program ends:
April 10, 2026
Program Starts: January 21, 2026
Program Ends: April 10, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
White House Internships are unpaid positions. Applicants are encouraged to contact educational institutions and other non-profit organizations to apply for assistance as needed. Any outside income, funding, or housing assistance received as a White House intern must receive pre-approval.
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