Washington, D.C., Summer Program

In 2013, approximately 20 students will have the opportunity to take part in the Washington, D.C., Summer Program. Students will work in substantive externships in D.C., accompanied by a high-quality academic program and a summer in the nation's capital.

Professor Peter Swire, who directs the program, will work closely with each student to secure a substantive internship in Washington, D.C. Swire returned in 2010 from his position in the Obama administration as special assistant to the president for economic policy. He combines his academic insight with real-life experiences gained as a White House official.

Students will take a 2-credit course on The Ethics of Washington Lawyering, as well as a 3-credit externship seminar. In previous years, students have worked in major federal agencies and nonprofit groups that are often national leaders in their fields.

Several trips have been included in past years, such as classes in 2012 at the White House and with the chairman of the Federal Trade Commission. Once again, The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law is expanding opportunities to give our students a world-class education.