So I'm starting to realize all the cool things I have access to while I'm here.
For example: the SCOTUS (supreme court of the united states) Obamacare decision. I actually know people who went to the SCOTUS announcement of the case! I mean, how cool is that? I've also known many people to meet Congressmen and work with them. Additionally, there are all these seminars and speakers you can attend. A lot of these take place at Think Tanks, which are educational and academic institutions on issues and politics. On the Washington Center website, you can read about how someone got to see Bill Clinton speak! totally cool.
I also attended an intern luncheon hosted by the Roundtable, where I work. This allowed us to meet other interns in other companies around the city, but also allowed for Q&A with the executives of the Roundtable. I was able to get a few in, which was good. Afterwards, I was able to talk to the CEO of the Roundtable one-on-one. (He actually sought me out after the luncheon was over!) We chatted about history fun facts, he asked about school, and mentioned I was doing a great job on the work my supervisor, Abby, was helping me with. Big confidence boost!!! I'm starting to really enjoy my job here. I'm always busy, which is good. It's better than being bored! I'm also learning a lot about how the financial services industry interacts with legislators and Congress. I've got a clear picture now of what happened before, during, and after the 2008 recession and where the economy might be heading.
In general, Washington is a great place to become immersed in politics and what is truly driving our country forward. I plan on subscribing to POLITICO after I leave, a politically-focused newspaper that i've found to be great for local, national, and global current events.
I only have one month left here!!! I can't believe it, but my goal for the rest of my time here is to make the most of it!
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