Internship Program
The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs believes in the essential role of the Filipino youth in national development and in their proper education. As the premiere institution of the government, the Department has, through the years, supported universities and colleges in molding students through its Internship Program. The Department hopes to be able to continue contributing to the formation of the Filipino youth abroad by providing an equally enriching environment conducive to learning and growth through its Foreign Service Posts.
The Embassy of the Philippines in Washington, D.C. accepts part- to full time interns year round. Internship hours can be tailored to the academic schedule of the intern but should fall within the Embassy’s official work hours: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday, except during Philippine and U.S. holidays. On occasion, interns may be asked to work evening/weekend events.
There are no deadlines for application. However, the Embassy will need at least three weeks from submission of requirements to complete the application process.
This position is unpaid. Internships will not lead to subsequent employment or permanent positions with the Embassy. Neither will acceptance into the Embassy's internship program necessarily entitle students to an entry visa to the U.S. (for those who do not hold appropriate visas or are not legal residents) or to a conversion/extension of their current visas.
Objectives:
1) To complement and bolster academic formation by providing students a venue where they can integrate classroom learning with actual work experiences.
2) To provide students an opportunity to apply, put to test, and validate academic theories through observation and supervised practice.
3) To give students a comprehensive and quality hands-on training related to their fields of specialization, qualifications, and interests.
4) To expose students in the key functions and services of the Department.
5) To help students explore and discern possible future careers in public/foreign service.
6) To enable students to increase their knowledge, enhance their skills, and improve their personality traits in preparation for their future careers.
7) To immerse students in real-life work environments in order to acquaint them with actual work situations.
8) To instill in students the values of professionalism, excellence, commitment, integrity, and service in work.
Qualifications:
Studies
- Enrolled in a four-year degree program and have at least two years of undergraduate study completed. Graduate students may also apply.
- Major in Asian American Studies, Economics, International Relations/Studies, Journalism, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Diplomacy or any other related field.
Citizenship
- Must be a Filipino or have dual citizenship.
Skills
- Possess strong computer, written and verbal communication skills
- Be proficient with Microsoft Office
- Have the ability to work independently and in a team
- Have the ability to show initiative
Internship Assignments:
Interns may be assigned to any of the following sections in the Embassy:
- Administrative
- Consular
- Cultural
- Economic
- Legislative
- Political
- Press & Information
Interns will be assigned to the section relevant to his/her field of study. Specific areas of interest may also be conveyed in the letter of application to the Embassy. This will be taken into account for as long as there is a vacancy.
Requirements:
All documents listed below are required. Please ensure that you are able to provide each of these documents in a timely manner:
1) Proof of Philippine Citizenship (birth certificate or report of birth and/or Philippine passport valid at the time of application)
2) Resume
3) Letter of Application addressed to
His Excellency
Ambassador Willy C. Gaa
Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines
1600 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
(Re: Internship Program)4) Letter of Endorsement from the school enrolled in (addressed to the Ambassador)
5) Personal History Statement (download form here)
6) Police Clearance (from the Police Station covering area of residence or schooling)
7) Professional Picture (2x)The above documents may be mailed or personally brought to the Philippine Embassy at the given address. Potential interns will be scheduled for interview after approval from Manila has been obtained.
For more information on the Embassy’s student internship program, please contact the Embassy’s Administrative Officer, First Secretary and Consul Arlene T. Magno, at email address: actm64@hotmail.com, or telephone number: 202.467.9354.