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Explore Beyond the Classroom

An initiative of the Barefield College of Arts & Sciences, the ICUE helps students gain experience and explore areas of interest through international programs, community engagement, undergraduate research, and externships and internships. Watch this site for updates about special programs, opportunities, and meetings.

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Visitor Programs Assistant Job Opportunity

The Supreme Court of the United States is now hiring a Visitor Programs Assistant in Washington, D.C. This full-time opportunity with the Office of the Curator focuses on public engagement, education, and visitor services—helping promote a deeper understanding of the nation’s highest court. Key Details: What You’ll Do: This role is ideal for students or graduates interested in public affairs, history, museum studies, or government engagement—and offers a unique opportunity to work inside the Supreme Court. Deadline is 4/21/2026, 11:59 […]

Katzenberger Foundation Art History Internship

The Katzenberger Foundation Art History Internship Program supports undergraduates pursuing research and collections projects in art history across Smithsonian museums and archives in Washington, DC. This 10 week, full time summer experience is designed for students who are interested in advancing their academic and professional goals in art history and related fields. Deadline: March 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM ESTLocation: Washington, DCStipend: $8,000Program dates: June 1 to August 7, 2026 Eligibility highlights:• Undergraduate juniors, seniors, rising juniors, or recent graduates […]

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is hiring temporary full-time Maintenance Workers for the Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) Navel Orangeworm Sterile Insect Program. Successful applicants will start work immediately and work for up to 6 months (180 days). The facility operates 7 days per week, and work may include weekends on multiple schedules. Why You’ll Like It What You’ll Do Requirements How To Apply Email your resume (2 pages or less) and transcripts to: […]

UA In Ethiopia

Interested in using human-centered design to drive economic change?Want to learn qualitative research methods and train in community-engaged research? Choose UA in Ethiopia! This immersive experience offers students the opportunity to explore and engage with Ethiopian culture, develop practical skills in human-centered design, gain hands-on experience in qualitative and community-based research, and build a globally competitive resume. Take your academic and professional growth beyond the classroom with UA in Ethiopia. Apply today!

What ICUE Students Are Doing

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A&S Student Lands D.C. Internships

Emily Smith has been hanging out along the Potomac for the past two summers, but not as a tourist.  As a participant of the 2022 A&S Professional Development Program in Washington, DC, Emily successfully used her connections and experience to land internships in Washington during the summers of 2022 and 2023.