Privacy policy

The following policy discloses the privacy practices for the Washington Internship Institute’s website (http://www.wiidc.org)

Information Gathering

The Washington Internship Institute maintains log files of all access to its site for the purposes of site management. This includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser version, referrer, operating system, and date/time stamp. These logs are used to administer the site, track the user's movement in the aggregate, and gather broad demographic information for aggregate use. IP addresses, etc. are not linked to personally identifiable information.

Information Provided Voluntarily

While using the Washington Internship Institute's website, you may choose to provide information to us through online forms, email or other electronic means. Any personally-identifiable information you submit will be used by the Washington Internship Institute only for the purpose(s) indicated. Requests for information will be directed to the appropriate staff to respond to the request, and may be recorded to help us improve our site to better respond to similar requests. Online applications and other materials submitted by applicants and admitted students via WII Link will be used for program-related purposes including our admissions process, the internship placement process, our classes, and housing arrangements.

Information Use

The Washington Internship Institute uses the information described above to help us improve our website, to respond to your inquiries, and to deliver program services. We will not sell, trade, or rent this information. In certain instances, in order to provide information and services, or as required by law, the Washington Internship Institute may disseminate non-personally and personally-identifiable information to third parties. In these instances, the information provided to the third party shall be limited to the extent necessary to provide the user-requested information and/or services, or as required by applicable law enforcement agencies.

Emails

The Washington Internship Institute respects your privacy and does not want to contact you unless you indicate to us that you want to be contacted by us. If you choose to join our email list, you may opt out at any time by clicking the appropriate link in an email you receive. Or email us at info@wiidc.org, ask to be removed from the email list, and provide your full name.

Texts

Students may opt in to receiving text messages. The Washington Internship Institute does not share opt-in consent data or mobile numbers with any third parties. The Washington Internship Institute does not share or sell personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. To opt out, reply STOP to a text message.

Other Communication

To opt out of other communication, please email us at info@wiidc.org and provide the details of your request along with your full name.

Cookies

A cookie is a piece of data stored on the user's computer tied to information about the user. Usage of a cookie is in no way linked to any personally identifiable information while on our site. Cookies will only be enabled when users acknowledge the banner notifying them of the use of cookies. We use only session cookies to make navigation of the site easier.

Links to Other Sites

Some webpages may include links to sites external to the Washington Internship Institute. The Washington Internship Institute is not responsible for the content and the privacy practices of such other sites. We encourage you to be aware when you leave our site and to read the privacy statements of each website that collects personally identifiable information. This privacy statement applies solely to information collected by this website.

Notification of Changes

The Washington Internship Institute reserves the right, at its discretion, to make changes to this policy at any time. Please check this privacy policy webpage periodically for updates.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact us at info@wiidc.org.