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The White House Internship Program: Apply Today!

Summary: 
Interested in being a White House intern? Check out behind-the-scenes footage and advice from those who know the White House Internship Program best.
President Barack Obama talks with members of the 2012 Spring White House intern class before a group photo in the East Room of the White House, April 26, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)
President Barack Obama talks with members of the 2012 Spring White House intern class before a group photo in the East Room of the White House, April 26, 2012. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

This fall, the Obama Administration will welcome its last class of interns to the White House. The White House Internship Program is a unique opportunity for future leaders to gain professional experience, build leadership skills, and serve the President. The application closes in less than one week -- so this is the final chance for young leaders to be a part of the Obama Administration. Apply today!

A Day in the Life of a White House Intern

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a White House intern? Recently, the White House Internship Program took over the White House Snapchat account to show what a day in the life of a White House intern is actually like. Check out the video below of the full Snapchat story.

White House Internship Q&A with Idealist.org

The Internship Program also partnered with Idealist.org to answer questions about the application process. They answered questions about application requirements, interns’ daily tasks, and more!

Read some of the highlights from the online Q&A here.  

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Don’t miss your chance to apply to be a part of the Obama Administration's final intern class. Applications close on April 17th at 11:59 PM ET. Submit yours today! 

Jessica Phan is the Associate Director of the White House Internship Program.

Danielle Cohen and Simone Leiro are interns in the Office of Digital Strategy.