Tri-Co on the Hill offers students a one-day immersive experience to explore various politically-focused career opportunities in Washington, DC, and making meaningful connections with alumni in a broad range of professions.

This impactful program will allow Tri-College students to explore different aspects of the DC ecosystem, and gain exposure to various roles including, but not limited to, lawmakers, public policy advocates, lobbyists, think tank analysts, and federal agency representatives. By the end of the program, students will have a clearer grasp of how to forge a path toward a meaningful career in Washington DC, combined with a network of Tri-Co alumni contacts. 

A preliminary agenda for the Spring 2025 program is as follows (this will be finalized in early January): Tri-Co on the Hill Agenda 

Important Dates/Events

• Week of Feb 3rd: Students will be notified if they are selected to attend the career trek. Should the number of applicants exceed the number of spaces available, a lottery may be run with priority consideration being given to seniors and juniors.
• Early Feb: Attend a Prepare for the Program session (Date TBD)
• *This is required in order to attend the career trek on Feb 21st.
• February 21st, 2025: Tri-Co on the Hill (Location: Gallup DC HQ- 901 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004)
• Opening Remarks: “Gallup & Public Policy” from Josh Tinney, Recruiter @ Gallup
• Panel 1 & Break out with panelists: Working on the Hill & Government Careers Panel
• Panel 2 & Break out with panelists: Social Impact & Advocacy Careers Panel
• Panel 3 & Break out with panelists: Young Alumni Perspectives Panel 
• Networking Reception with Tri-Co Alumni, Faculty & Staff (Location TBA)

Tri-Co on the Hill is led by highly-placed Tri-Co alumni working in politics and public policy, and co-sponsored by Haverford's Alumni & Family Engagement, the Tri-College Consortium Recruiting Team, and the Haverford Department of Economics. 

Please note: the cost to participate in this event is fully covered. However, students that confirm attendance for the program must participate in one pre-program workshop and arrive promptly for the Coach Bus (approximately 7:00am on Feb 21st). Failure to show up for this event will risk participation in future Tri-Co recruiting and educational programs.

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 2ND TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE PROGRAM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST.