DC Region
The DC region (also known as the DMV to locals) consists of central Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia (NoVA). Like most major cities, cost of living is high in Washington, DC; however, housing costs typically decrease the farther you are from the downtown area. It is important to consider higher commuting fees you will be paying by living farther away, so it may end up being worth it and less expensive in the long run to live in the city. Also, don’t forget about Washington, D.C.’s 14.5% tax on short-term housing, which is not included in the prices listed below unless otherwise noted. There is limited and expensive city parking, so most interns make use of the city’s extensive Metro bus and rail system, or use ride-share apps like Uber and Lyft. The city is arranged in quadrants—NW, NE, SE and SW—with the Capitol building at the center of them. It is important to keep in mind not only proximity to your internship, but also proximity to the city-center for social and networking opportunities. Make sure to start planning early! As the summer approaches, housing options tend to fill up. Besides the options below, many students use Facebook pages to rent rooms from students at DC universities (like American University Housing, Sublets & Roommates).
Washington Intern Student Housing
Walk to work and DC’s main buildings in minutes from any of our 35 beautiful properties, all on Capitol Hill. You’ll be amazed at how close you are to the Capitol! You’ll live with other interns and meet hundreds of people just like you from all around the world. No other company gets you closer to where you want to be.
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016
Phone: 202-885-3370
6 week min. stay is required. Non-refundable $200 deposit American University offers singles and doubles in two dorming halls. The rooms include a single room in a shared apartment at $405/ week to a double room in a traditional hall at $345/week. All rentals are from May 1 to August 12. Rates and payments, along with layout plans can be found here. Meal plans are available at an additional cost. The closest Metro stop is Tenleytown/AU (red line).
Phone: 202-885-3370
6 week min. stay is required. Non-refundable $200 deposit American University offers singles and doubles in two dorming halls. The rooms include a single room in a shared apartment at $405/ week to a double room in a traditional hall at $345/week. All rentals are from May 1 to August 12. Rates and payments, along with layout plans can be found here. Meal plans are available at an additional cost. The closest Metro stop is Tenleytown/AU (red line).
George Washington University
2350 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20052
Phone: 202-994-6883
7 week min. stay required. $150 admin. fee + a deposit that is a percentage of total housing cost (after April, the percentage is 50 percent) George Washington University has a selection of triples, quads and doubles ranging from $245/week to $336/week depending on the duration of the stay. Singles start at $280/week. The closest Metro stop is Foggy Bottom-GWU (blue, orange and silver lines).
Phone: 202-994-6883
7 week min. stay required. $150 admin. fee + a deposit that is a percentage of total housing cost (after April, the percentage is 50 percent) George Washington University has a selection of triples, quads and doubles ranging from $245/week to $336/week depending on the duration of the stay. Singles start at $280/week. The closest Metro stop is Foggy Bottom-GWU (blue, orange and silver lines).
The Catholic University of America
620 Michigan Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20064
Phone: 202-319-5291
6 week min. stay. $5 processing fee The Catholic University of America offers traditional double and single rooms. Double are $40/day or $280/week and singles are $48/ day or $336/week. The closest Metro stop is Brookland-CUA (red line).
Phone: 202-319-5291
6 week min. stay. $5 processing fee The Catholic University of America offers traditional double and single rooms. Double are $40/day or $280/week and singles are $48/ day or $336/week. The closest Metro stop is Brookland-CUA (red line).
Georgetown University
100 Harbin Hall, Washington, DC 20057
Phone: 202-687-4560
Georgetown University offers singles and doubles in Henle Village. If staying more than seven weeks, rent is $392/week for a single and $322/week for a double. If staying less than seven weeks, the prices increase to $420 and $350, respectively. While Georgetown is not near a Metro stop, there are buses and shuttles that run near campus.
Phone: 202-687-4560
Georgetown University offers singles and doubles in Henle Village. If staying more than seven weeks, rent is $392/week for a single and $322/week for a double. If staying less than seven weeks, the prices increase to $420 and $350, respectively. While Georgetown is not near a Metro stop, there are buses and shuttles that run near campus.
Gallaudet University
800 Florida Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20064
Phone: 202-250-2002
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are not accepting requests at this time. In years past, however, the university has provided rooms that can fit two to four twin size beds. The rate is $36 per night. Each room comes with desks, chairs, closets, dressers and night stands. The closest Metro stop is NoMa-Galludet U (red line).
Phone: 202-250-2002
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are not accepting requests at this time. In years past, however, the university has provided rooms that can fit two to four twin size beds. The rate is $36 per night. Each room comes with desks, chairs, closets, dressers and night stands. The closest Metro stop is NoMa-Galludet U (red line).
George Mason University
4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone: 703-993-1000
Deposit of $275 4 week min. stay George Mason University offers a single room in an apartment for $266/week. There is a free shuttle bus that runs to the Vienna/ Fairfax-GMU Metro stop (orange line). Applications are available on April 1.
Phone: 703-993-1000
Deposit of $275 4 week min. stay George Mason University offers a single room in an apartment for $266/week. There is a free shuttle bus that runs to the Vienna/ Fairfax-GMU Metro stop (orange line). Applications are available on April 1.
Capstay
Capstay is all about providing for its residents. We recognize that we have a unique responsibility to provide outstanding accommodations and quality service to visitors in one of the world’s most beloved and special cities. Coming to Washington, D.C. or Irvine, CA as an intern is an unforgettable experience, but it should also be a comfortable one. That’s where Capstay comes in as one of the leading intern housing providers in the city. You’ll live in complete comfort, with all of the amenities you enjoy in our locations. A full kitchen means you can whip up your favorite meal whenever the mood strikes—or simply heat up something tasty you picked up on the way home. When you choose to live at Capstay, you’re just footsteps away from the city’s most renowned attractions, shopping centers, and museums. More importantly, you’re also never far from your internship! In addition to being near your workplace, we’re also near your school. There are metro stations located throughout the city, and it’s the preferred mode of transport for getting from point A to point B without a hitch. Forget about the city’s notorious traffic—you don’t even have to think about it because you’re right within reach of the city’s best transportation options. Don’t stress about your living situation, either. You have the option of enjoying your own space in a private room. If you have a roommate you want to share with, you can put in a request for that, too—or take advantage of our tenant-matching service and we’ll find you the perfect roommate who shares your living preferences. If you require more space, a contemporary apartment could be the perfect choice for your needs. Living in a new city, even temporarily, can be a daunting experience. Living in a Capstay unit eases the stress and burden that comes with making such a major transition—and allows you to focus on what’s most important to you, whether it’s cramming for a major test, making a seriously great first impression on your boss, or acing an interview. It doesn’t matter if you’re a student, an intern, or a professional: You’ll always be comfortable, safe, and well cared for in the residences at Capstay.
The Washington Intern Housing Network (WIHN)
Phone: 202-579-9446
$200 deposit The Washington Intern Housing Network offers housing in various locations in DC. Rates do include taxes and more info can be found online . Pricing in row homes for the fall session range from $4,040 for a quad to $6,240 for a single. For condominiums, prices range from $4,800 for a quad to $6,090 for a single. Doubles and triples are also available, and all options include utilities, high speed internet, cable and monthly cleaning of common areas. The summer session generally lasts from May 22 to August 15.
$200 deposit The Washington Intern Housing Network offers housing in various locations in DC. Rates do include taxes and more info can be found online . Pricing in row homes for the fall session range from $4,040 for a quad to $6,240 for a single. For condominiums, prices range from $4,800 for a quad to $6,090 for a single. Doubles and triples are also available, and all options include utilities, high speed internet, cable and monthly cleaning of common areas. The summer session generally lasts from May 22 to August 15.
Cassa Housing
Cassa Housing provides a wide variety of housing options for International, college students and interns with all different budgets. Our apartments are perfect for students because they are furnished, have low deposits, honest deposit reductions, and residents do not have to be bound by year-long leases if they only have short term housing needs. These solutions that Cassa Housing provides ease the process of international students who are new to the area to settle in… We will help you feel at home! Residents will find the apartments nicely furnished and equipped with LCD televisions and high-speed internet. We can help you fit your needs with a variety of rooms. Whether you are looking for housing with private rooms and shared common areas, or thrive in private environments and prefer studio apartments, Cassa Housing will match you with the perfect housing option according to your budget. Also, we can match roommates according to age and habits, which also eases the transition for international students to live in a new place. After all, a friendly relationship with roommates encourages a great deal of conversation and practice of English for students. we will find the right solutions for you to get the most of your experience in this area. Our excellent customer service does not end there! Again, Cassa Housing`s goal is to help you accommodate yourself comfortably and happily in your new housing. We offer the convenience of airport-transfer services to bring you to your new home. The apartments are cleaned before each move-in, and we can also provide reasonably-priced cleaning services. Student residents do not have to worry about utility costs! Also, we are available to assist you in any housing concerns twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Cassa Housing will make a home for you. For more information on the options that we currently have available, please visit the “Furnished Housing” page! Please contact us to request our services to help you fit your housing needs.
The Washington Center
Nonprofit education association which provides comprehensive learning opportunities in DC for students from colleges and universities throughout the country. The Center offers full time academic internships for both semester (15 weeks) and quarter (10 week) students. Full time interns work 4.5 days per week and attend class one half day every week.
Institute for Experiential Learning (IEL)
The Capital Experience: An educational nonprofit organization that provides internships and educational programs for undergraduate and graduate students. Students work at the internship site 4 days per week. Students also take the Experiential Education Seminar and one elective course.
Cities Housing
Cities Housing has helped to relocate interns from more than 40 countries. We are the first stop for intern housing in Washington, D.C. We appreciate the years of hard work required for admittance to prestigious universities and research institutions. That is why all of us at Cities Housing are committed to making your experience memorable and profitable. With Washington Metrorail stations close by for short commutes, you will be well connected to all areas of the city. Local points of interest will never be far from where you live. In your leisure time, walk or take the train in any direction. You will find something unique to see and do. Our apartments for interns are conveniently located close to schools, training centers, and internship sites. No matter where you attend classes and where you work, Cities Housing is very familiar with the neighborhoods surrounding your school or work. That is why we are so good at finding the perfect fit. Come to town well before classes start so that we can get to know you. The sooner we get you settled in, the sooner you can focus on academics. We offer three basic living arrangements: entire apartment, single room, and shared bedroom. If you are looking for an intern housing in Washington, D.C. and would like to get more privacy, you are welcome to book one of our single rooms or studios. Fully furnished single rooms are ideal for any intern who prefer living alone in the room. We also provide intern housing in Washington, D.C. for groups. Would you like to share your apartment with your friends? We have entire two or three bedroom fully furnished apartments for you. Shared bedroom units are available for tenants of the same gender. They feature a bedroom with twin beds and one bathroom.
International Student House (Must Be 21 or Over)
1825 R Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-232-4007
The International Student House, a non-profit organization in the heart of Washington, DC, provides an exceptional residential experi - ence to a highly diverse international community of graduate students, interns and visiting scholars. You must be at least 21 years of age to live at the International Student House, and though students are given housing preference, full-time interns are also encour - aged to apply. Specific pricing and application information is located on the International Student House website. Room fees include meals, Internet, utilities and laundry facilities. Take this into consideration when comparing prices.
Phone: 202-232-4007
The International Student House, a non-profit organization in the heart of Washington, DC, provides an exceptional residential experi - ence to a highly diverse international community of graduate students, interns and visiting scholars. You must be at least 21 years of age to live at the International Student House, and though students are given housing preference, full-time interns are also encour - aged to apply. Specific pricing and application information is located on the International Student House website. Room fees include meals, Internet, utilities and laundry facilities. Take this into consideration when comparing prices.
Thompson-Markward Hall (For Women Only)
Young Women’s Christian Home
235 Second Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-546-3255
Thompson-Markward Hall (TMH) houses women between the ages of 18-35, with a minimum stay of two weeks up to a maximum stay of two years. Rent is $34 per night. This rate includes utilities, local telephone calls with voicemail, wireless Internet and major meals (breakfast and dinner Monday through Saturday and Sunday brunch). After applying and offered a room, a non-refundable $250 reservation fee is due.
235 Second Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: 202-546-3255
Thompson-Markward Hall (TMH) houses women between the ages of 18-35, with a minimum stay of two weeks up to a maximum stay of two years. Rent is $34 per night. This rate includes utilities, local telephone calls with voicemail, wireless Internet and major meals (breakfast and dinner Monday through Saturday and Sunday brunch). After applying and offered a room, a non-refundable $250 reservation fee is due.