The one opportunity that I had as a Georgetown student that I am the most pleased about accomplishing is having an internship on Capitol Hill. Many students at Georgetown take advantage of this opportunity, but most do not. I am so glad that I decided to neglect some of my free time for that much more rewarding experience.
Last semester, I spend three days a week working in the Cannon House Office Building for Congressman Pete Olson from Texas. I attended hearings and special events, led tours of the Capitol, answers calls, mail and email from constituents, helped analyze legislation, researched issues, and got to know my Congressman personally. Few people when asked what they ate for lunch can tell a story about eating Chick-fil-a in a Congressman's office or about having a picnic outside of the Library of Congress. That was my Fall semester. I loved every minute of it (well, except for when they took away my badge!). This unique opportunity is incredibly rewarding because it allows you to participate in the government, get to know influential people, and helps you learn new ideas, abilities, and how to manage your time. I think that this opportunity is something that every student at Georgetown should take advantage of. I am so happy that I came to this amazing University in this exciting city everytime I think about the great things that I have done by being here.
Colleen Gibson
MSB '12
Sugar Land, TX
