Elliott School Graduate Student Services

Hey Revs! Summer is underway and so is our "Summer in the City" series.

Join us on June 11th, from 5-7pm for cocktails on the DACOR Bacon House patio. Register in advance on Handshake!

Hey Revs! Spring classes might be done but networking never stops! Join us as we meet employers from Hawai'i with the Hawai'ian Chamber of Commerce on June 9th, from 6-9 p.m.

Please note: Registration is closed on Eventbrite, but you may register for the waitlist. Students who do not submit their information on Eventbrite will not be admitted into the event.

Revs! Join us on June 11th, for a fun time at DACOR Bacon House at their annual Cocktails on the Patio event! Come have a refreshing drink with great camaraderie with foreign affairs professionals. Make sure to register via Handshake. If you have any questions please reach out to [email protected]. Looking forward to seeing you all there!!

Hey Revs! Good luck with finishing up those final papers—you’ve got this! 📚✨ While you're navigating the end of the semester, take a second to look ahead at these upcoming GSS opportunities to keep your professional momentum going.

🌸 Stress-Less Week Events!
April 21-23 | 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Worried about finals week? Take a break and join our fun events all week long.

April 21st, Paws to Relax: Come play with puppies and enjoy some treats in the ESIA Basement!

April 22nd, Elliott Fit-Fest: In collaboration with The Loop, GW's Free Clothing Exchange, Elliott is offering students the opportunity to spice up their professional and casual closets at our clothing pop-up.

April 23rd, Taste of Elliott: Grab a plate (or two) of food from our regional institutes at Elliott on the 2nd floor!

💡 CliftonStrengths® Annual Workshop
April 23 | 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Are you looking to become an effective leader? Registered students will take the CliftonStrengths® Top 5 Assessment and explore their leadership and career direction based on their personal strengths with Senior Career Coach, Joshua A. Lissauer. (Please note: registration for this event is now closed.)

🍔 Language Lunch – Meet the Turkish Embassy!
April 24 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. GSS invites all GW students, faculty, and staff to attend Language Lunch. This week features special guests from the Turkish Embassy and is open to ALL languages!

📍 Register on Handshake to secure your spot for future events!

Relax and decompress before Finals with Stressless week, 4/21-4/23, at the Elliott School. 🌸 Check out the events and RSVP today!

Link: https://forms.gle/3aQU5LQUqKNUND4V6

Hey Revs! Spring is here, but are you ready to bloom? Whether you’re grinding through papers or counting down to summer, GSS is here to help you trade the library for the professional world!

🏛️ Think Tank Career Fair
April 14 | 12:30 - 5:00 p.m. Elevate your career trajectory by connecting with a curated group of firms at our exclusive career fair! This event is designed especially for GWU Elliott Graduate Students to engage directly with recruiters from specialized organizations that value your unique perspective. Meet with mission-driven think tanks like the Aspen Institute, CATO Institute, Center for American Progress, CNAS, AEI, IISS, New America, and the Quincy Institute. Upload your resume to our digital bank for employers and join us for an exclusive networking reception with light refreshments from 3:00–5:00 p.m.

🌸 Site Visit to the Japanese Embassy! (at capacity)
April 15 | 11:00 - 12:30 p.m. Join GSS on our journey to the Embassy of Japan! Gain unique insights into Japanese culture, internships, and career opportunities in diplomacy and international education initiatives. Connect with embassy officials, ask questions, and learn about Japan's role on the global stage!

🍱 Language Lunch – Meet the Japanese Embassy!
April 17 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. GSS invites all GW students, faculty, and staff to attend Language Lunch. This week, we are excited to host special guests from the Japanese Embassy! Featured languages for this session include English, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, & Korean.

📍 Register on Handshake to secure your spot!

☀️ Summer In The City Kickoff Event
April 7 | 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Elliott GSS is bringing back our second installation of “Summer In the City”! This series of events is designed to make networking easy, fun, and stress-free! Join GSS for a preview of what to expect from this spring and summer’s programming!

🤖 Subnational Diplomacy: Local Leaders + AI
April 8 | 11:00 - 3:00 p.m. Drop in and out of our Subnational Diplomacy: Local Leaders and AI on the Frontlines of Democracy event, hosted in partnership with ALLIES. Three virtual panels featuring subnational, national, & international leaders will discuss shared challenges such as AI, climate change, pandemics, and governance on a subnational level.

🍱 Language Lunch
April 10 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Language Lunch is a fun, informal place to practice your skills! Chinese, French, and Spanish are offered every week, and this week's featured languages include German, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, & Turkish.

📍 Register on Handshake to secure your spot!

🗽 Career Trek: GSS Takes on the Big Apple!
Ready for an adventure in NYC? Apply to participate in the Elliott School New York City Career Trek, happening June 3 – June 5, 2026! This three-day program is an incredible opportunity for networking and career exploration with Elliott alumni and top international affairs employers.

Eligibility: Open to current graduate students in good academic standing and alumni who graduated within the last 6 months. (Note: Previous attendees are not eligible to reapply).

Important Dates: Applications close Monday, April 6th at noon.

Semi-finalist virtual interviews: Week of April 17th.

Finalist orientation: Monday, May 18th.

Contact [email protected] for the link to apply!

🏛️ Think Tank Career Fair
Elevate your career trajectory at this exclusive event designed especially for GWU Elliott Graduate Students! Instead of navigating a crowded field of large corporations, engage directly with recruiters from specialized, mission-driven organizations that value your graduate-level expertise and unique international affairs perspective.

Confirmed Employers: Meet with representatives from the Aspen Institute, CATO Institute, Center for American Progress, CNAS, AEI, IISS, New America, and the Quincy Institute.

Logistics: Admission is via 100 free timed-entry tickets (12:30–1:30 p.m., 1:30–2:30 p.m., or 2:30–3:30 p.m.).

Resume Bank: Once you register on Handshake, you'll receive a link to upload your resume to a digital bank shared with employers of your choosing!

Reception: Network with your peers over light refreshments in the GSS Lounge (Room 603) from 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Dress Code: Business Professional

Make sure to register on Handshake! We look forward to seeing you at the event!

🌟 Virtual Info Session: National Nuclear Security Administration
March 30 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Join the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) as they present on the National Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) in a virtual Information Session! If you are interested in gaining real-world experience in national security and nonproliferation, this opportunity is for you!

🍩 GSS Sweets and Succulents
April 1 | 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. GSS knows this time of the semester is stressful—so take a moment and stop by Suite 603 in the Elliott School for a free donut and a new plant friend before class! You can chat with GSS staff and learn how to care for your new succulent. We look forward to seeing you there!

✍️ Writer’s Block: Transform Two-Page Resume to a One-Page Resume
April 2 | 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Are you constantly trying to fit your résumé onto one page? In the final event of the Writer’s Block Series, we will show you strategies and techniques to tighten up your formatting and bullet points, helping you save time and alleviate stress.
📍 Register on Handshake to secure your spot!