The Cal in the Capital Program Fund supports students as they embark on summer internships in our nation’s capital.
Founded in 1965, Cal in the Capital (CITC) trains and prepares 60 UC Berkeley undergraduate students annually who pursue summer internships in Washington, D.C. CITC interns come from all majors, backgrounds, and areas of interest. As of its 59th year in 2024, 4,263 CITC interns have contributed more than 1.8 million hours of service in over 400 professional settings including Congressional offices, federal government agencies, think tanks, nonprofit organizations, media centers, private companies, and research institutions.
"The biggest lesson I learned from this experience is that public service is not limited to a profession, job title, or location. People come from around the world, with different backgrounds and expertise, all with the common goal of helping others. This internship has been an invaluable experience, and I know I will cherish the memories I have made, and forever carry the lessons I’ve learned."
-- Mariana Martinez, CITC Participant Summer 2024, U.S. House of Representatives Intern.
From the bottom of our hearts, we thank all of our supporters for making this dream a reality for UC Berkeley students. Go Bears!
