Opportunities

Introducing Friedman Trek for Undergrads

We are excited to share a new, fully funded opportunity for Carnegie Mellon University undergraduate students: The Friedman Trek!

Established through the generosity of CMU emeritus trustee Cynthia Friedman, this five-day program takes students to Washington, DC, during Spring Break 2027 (March 8–12) to explore career paths in public service, policy, technology, business, the arts, humanities, and beyond—at no cost to them.

Overview:

• What: Friedman Trek (Fully Funded 5-Day DC Trip)

• When: March 8–12, 2027 (Spring Break)

• Who: CMU Undergrads (Targeted at First-Years & Sophomores, All Majors)

• Cost: Free (Travel, lodging, Metro passes, and activities included)

Program Highlights:

• Tours of the US Capitol, monuments, memorials, museums, theater performances, think tank visits, alumni networking reception, and more!

• Networking opportunities with CMU alumni working across government, nonprofits, and industry.

• Chartered bus transportation from Pittsburgh to DC, double-occupancy hotel accommodations, and unlimited Metro passes during the trek.

Target Audience & Eligibility:

• Open to undergraduate students of any major on CMU’s Pittsburgh campus.

• Designed especially for first-year and sophomore students who are beginning to explore career possibilities and have had limited prior experience in Washington, DC.

If you have advisees who are curious about government, technology, public policy, international affairs, arts and humanities, business, or simply want to experience DC for the first time—we would love for you to encourage them to apply! Applications open August 19, 2026, and will remain open through November 1, 2026.

Thank you for your help in sharing this transformational opportunity with your students! Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. ehalf@andrew.cmu.edu