Austin Smithson, a major in Political Science with a minor in Public Policy Studies, secured a prestigious internship with The White House Internship Program in the Executive Office of the President and Office of Public Engagement during the fall of 2022. Today, he works as the Executive Assistant to the Office of Governmental Affairs at New York Life Insurance in Washington, D.C. Smithson’s favorite aspect of the program was its immersive nature, providing him with the opportunity to engage with various organizations and individuals, both within and outside the realm of politics. He also cherished the experience of touring the city’s monuments at night.