Diplomacy Graduate Student Sarah Dimichino Selected for Prestigious Rosenthal Fellowship

Sarah Dimichino, a graduate student at Seton Hall University’s School of Diplomacy and International Relations, has been named a 2025 Harold W. Rosenthal Fellow in International Relations, a competitive and highly regarded fellowship that places exceptional graduate students into public service internships across the federal government.

The Rosenthal Fellowship, funded by the Partnership for Public Service, is designed to cultivate the next generation of public servants by offering experiential learning within the U.S. government. This year, about eighteen Rosenthal Fellows were selected nationwide from top universities. The application process is rigorous, requiring essays about future goals and experiences, a recommendation and academic transcripts. 

Sarah’s internship placement is with the U.S. Department of the Treasury in the Office of Investment, Energy and Infrastructure under the Office of International Affairs. Sarah shared that this opportunity offers her exposure to a new subject area that she is very interested in and considers an exciting challenge. She is also looking forward to expanding her knowledge of topics that she is familiar with due to her position as a Research Assistant.

“I’m extremely excited to have this chance to sharpen my research and briefing skills, as well as gain a stronger understanding of Treasury’s role in shaping U.S. government policy and world affairs,” Sarah said. “I think this internship will allow me a rare opportunity to see diplomacy and economic statecraft in action.”
For Sarah’s final semester, Sarah will relocate to Washington, DC, from July through December, completing her studies through the School of Diplomacy’s Semester in D.C. program while working full-time in her internship. The chance to live, work and study in such a critical location provides access to networks and career pathways that could shape a future in public service.

Looking back on the past years, Sarah credits the School of Diplomacy’s faculty and programs for playing a pivotal role in her success. From research and graduate assistantships to prior internship experiences, she emphasized how these opportunities helped her build a competitive profile. “The School of Diplomacy at Seton Hall has provided me with opportunities that have strengthened my resume and helped me grow personally and professionally,” she said, offering particular thanks to Professor Murphy and the Rosenthal Fellowship team for their guidance throughout the process.

As she prepares for the months ahead in Washington, Sarah sees the Rosenthal Fellowship as a step toward a long-term career in government. With a foundation built through academic research, professional experience, internships, and faculty support at Seton Hall, she is now able to apply her training in a real-world policy environment.

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