Melanie Ourhaan '20, a political science major and business and economics double minor, has had the unique experience of interning for the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) as a Virtual Student Federal Service content creator. The IVLP, the U.S. Department of State's premier professional exchange program, has helped strengthen U.S. engagement with countries around the world. During her internship, Ourhaan created digital content for the Faces of Exchange website that showcases the impact featured IVLP alumni have had on the world. Read more.

Gettysburg College students hold internships and have experiential learning opportunities that help them make intellectual and professional connections. A perfect example: Abigail Major '19 interned at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as a result of following her natural curiosity and using connections she made through The Gettysburg Network.