Applications were due on Friday, September 13. Only accepted applicants may participate.

Interested in a career in the federal government? Hoping to connect with Penn State alumni currently working in Washington, D.C.? Want to network with federal agencies hiring students and recent grads?

Join us for the Liberal Arts D.C. Trek: Launch Your Federal Career
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Washington, D.C.
Attire: Professional - there will not be any opportunities to change clothing after boarding the bus.

SCHEDULE:
Bus Leaves at 9:00 a.m. (Location will be announced during pre-event session)

Explore D.C.
Noon–2:30 p.m. 
Students will have the opportunity to explore the national mall and eat lunch on their own.

Networking Prep with Alumni 
3:00–5:00 p.m. 
Students will connect with Penn State Liberal Arts alumni, practicing their elevator pitch and learning about working within the federal government as well as for government adjacent employers. This will be a space to experience networking where you can make mistakes before moving on to the real thing! Heavy hors de' oeuvres will be provided.

Partnership for Public Service Career Expo 
5:30–8:00 p.m.
The expo will feature representatives from federal agencies who can share internship and job opportunities with attendees, in addition to resources on finding their next career opportunity. The program will also feature a keynote lecture from a senior U.S. Government official and a panel discussion about the Partnership’s Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program.

Return to Penn State by 1:00 a.m. on September 25 (traffic dependent).

Transportation via bus to and from Washington, D.C., is provided by the Liberal Arts Career Enrichment Network. Limited seats are available.

This event is provided by the Liberal Arts Career Enrichment Network. If you have questions, please contact lanetwork@psu.edu or 814-865-1070.