US Senate Vacancies
Revised: August 02, 2010 at 10:11 AM
Offices within the United States Senate are equal opportunity employers.
211134
INTERNS -
Senator Tom Udall seeks undergraduate students and recent graduates for full and part-time internships for his Washington DC office beginning in August. Candidates can expect to help staff with drafting correspondence, attending hearings and briefings, researching legislative issues, and providing mail and administrative support. Candidates who are proactive and detail-oriented, have strong oral and writing skills, and able to maintain discretion are encouraged to apply. Students from all majors encouraged to apply. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and a brief (2-3 page) writing sample to internship_program@tomudall.senate.gov. No phone calls please.
211133
PAID FALL INTERNSHIP -
Secretary of the Senate seeks qualified college student or recent graduate for Fall internship. Responsibilities include data entry and data management, responding to public inquiries, and other general administrative duties. Successful candidate will have a strong interest in public service, be an enthusiastic self-starter with a keen eye for detail, and be available to work full-time from August through December. Ideal candidate will be a quick study and a strong team player with well-developed communication skills. Please email cover letter, resume and references to resumes@sec.senate.gov with "Internship" in the subject line.
211132
PRESS SECRETARY -
Senior Democratic Chairman seeks an experienced media relations professional to serve as Press Secretary in a busy committee office. This individual will work with communications staff in the senator’s personal office to coordinate messaging, but will be the primary committee spokesperson and will manage the committee media outreach. The successful candidate will have at least three years of on-the-record experience, be a self-starter who can build and maintain relationships with the national media, and excellent writing, editing and time management skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Please e-mail cover letter, resume and three writing samples to presssecretary.opening@gmail.com.
211131
LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -
Midwestern Republican Senator has an immediate opening for a Legislative Correspondent. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be familiar with the legislative process. Issues include, but are not limited to taxes, budget, banking and insurance and earmarks. Hill experience is a plus. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211130
DEFENSE INTERN -
Senior Senator on the Armed Services Committee seeks full-time, unpaid intern for up to six months to assist busy national security staff. In addition to general administrative duties, intern will help staff prepare the Senator for hearings, meetings and travel, track legislation and budget requests, and follow-up with Department of Defense agencies and academic and industry groups. Qualified candidates should have excellent skills in research, attention to detail, and oral and written communication. Candidates with previous work experience, military experience and/or students studying national security policy, public administration, or international relations are preferred. This internship is designed to be an opportunity for those seeking congressional staff experience in aspiration of paid staff employment in national security affairs on Capitol Hill. Please submit cover letter, resume, and 3-5 page writing sample via email at: FloridaDefenseIntern@gmail.com. No calls please.
211129
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -
Senator Jack Reed seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle economic and budget matters. This is not an entry-level position. Capitol Hill experience and expertise on these issues are required and Rhode Island ties are a plus. Qualified candidates will also have strong negotiation, analytical, writing, and organizational skills; the ability to initiate and undertake multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office atmosphere; and sound political judgment. The Legislative Assistant will also be expected to handle related constituent matters. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senateposition@gmail.com. In the text of your email, please indicate your Capitol Hill experience, level of issue expertise, and whether you have any ties to Rhode Island. Applicants who do not include this information in their email will not be considered. No phone calls please. Deadline for applying is August 4th.
211128
COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP -
U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill's (D-MO) Washington, D.C. office is seeking applicants for full- or part-time unpaid communications internships for fall 2010. Duties will include tracking press clips and traffic on social media networks, updating and maintaining press contact lists, writing short press releases, and assisting with the office's day-to-day communications operation. Applicants should have a strong interest in political communications, new media, or journalism. Missouri ties are a plus. Please email your resume and cover letter to laura_myron@mccaskill.senate.gov with Communications Internship in the subject line by August 13.
211127
PRESS SECRETARY -
Western Democratic Senator seeks experienced, highly-skilled media professional to join a busy four-person press shop. This is not an entry-level position. The successful candidate will have at least three years of experience working in a high-visibility, fast-paced major media market, with a broad portfolio of highly-polished clips (speeches, published articles, statements and press releases). Must have on-the-record experience, very good references and experience staffing a high-profile public figure. Knowledge of issues affecting the West Coast strongly preferred. Experience with web development and video production is also a plus. This position is based in Washington, D.C. Please send cover letter, resume and 5 writing samples to us_senate_job@yahoo.com
211126
INTERNS -
Midwestern Democratic Senator seeks undergraduate students and recent graduates for full and part-time internships beginning in late August or September. Internship responsibilities include: legislative research on policy issues for Senator’s Legislative staff in order to prepare floor speeches, hearing statements, and floor charts; constituent correspondence by letter, email, and telephone; attending hearings and other events on Capitol Hill on behalf of the office; and various administrative tasks. This is an unpaid internship. Students and recent college graduates from Midwest are strongly encouraged to apply. If interested, please submit a cover letter, a resume with three references and a writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211125
LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -
Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent to cover judiciary and immigration issues. Responsibilities include responding to constituent mail in a timely and correct manner, drafting form and individual letters, assisting Legislative Assistants with legislative work on an ad hoc basis, representing Senator at events and in constituent meetings, and responsible for other duties as assigned. Qualified candidates should be highly motivated, detail-oriented, well-organized, resourceful, and be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment. Prior Hill experience preferred, but not required. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211123
RESEARCH ASSISTANT -
Midwestern Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a Research Assistant. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication skills and be familiar with the legislative process. Knowledge of defense, foreign policy and veterans’ issues is desirable. Hill experience is a plus. Please e-mail a cover letter, resume and brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211122
DEPUTY SCHEDULER -
Northeastern Democratic office seeks a detail-oriented, highly organized, and professional individual to serve as the Deputy Scheduler. This person would report to the Director of Scheduling and the Chief of Staff. Primary duties include but are not limited to, assisting Director of Scheduling with the Senator’s daily schedule, managing the intake of emailed, faxed or mailed invitation requests, responding to invitation requests, drafting event memos, and researching meetings and events. Additional duties would include assisting the Chief of Staff. A successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with the ability to multi-task, adapt quickly to changing situations in a fast-paced environment. Hill experience required. Salary commensurate with experience. Office is an equal opportunity employer. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211121
NEW MEDIA DIRECTOR -
Republican Senator seeks New Media Director to join communications team. The ideal candidate will work closely with the staff to develop and direct online communications strategies. This position will focus on all aspects of online and social media, including but not limited to blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and You Tube. Responsibilities will include updating and maintaining website, coordinating electronic communications updates and e-newsletter, managing and updating email lists, and developing and coordinating a network of bloggers and online journalists. We are seeking a candidate who has a strong interest and experience in online media, experience in video and audio editing, website construction and management, and excellent written skills. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211120
FALL LAW CLERKS -
Senior Democratic Senator is seeking candidates for unpaid, full- or part-time Fall Law Clerkships in Judiciary Committee office beginning in September 2010. Judiciary staff advises the Senator in areas related to terrorism, criminal and civil law, civil rights, privacy, intellectual property, and immigration, as well as judicial nominations. Law clerks assist staff with legislative and oversight responsibilities and engage in a range of activities, including, but not limited to, attending hearings, conducting legal research, and drafting briefing memoranda for the Senator. Some general office support is also required. Clerkship is for law students only. Ideal candidates are 2L or 3L law students interested in government and public interest law, learning about the legislative process, have excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Strong written and oral communication skills and a good sense of humor are a must. Please e-mail resume, cover letter including availability, and a short legal writing sample for consideration to jud.law.clerk@gmail.com.
211117
INTERNS -
The Washington, D.C. office of U.S. Senator Michael F. Bennet is seeking undergraduate students and recent graduates for full and part-time internships for his Washington D.C. office for the fall semester. This experience would be an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate to observe the inner-workings of a busy Senate office and to gain valuable Capitol Hill experience. Duties include assisting staff with providing mail and administrative support, drafting correspondence, attending hearings and briefings, and researching legislative issues. This is an unpaid internship. Applicants should email a cover letter and resume, as well as a one-page writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211116
FALL INTERNS -
US Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Republican office) is seeking college students and recent college graduates for unpaid, full or part-time internships for the fall 2010 term. This is a policy oriented internship with responsibilities that include assisting staff with legislative research, drafting correspondence, administrative duties, preparing hearing materials, attending briefings, compiling daily press clips, and assisting with special projects. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is also appreciated. Applicants should have strong writing and verbal skills as well as an interest or background in business and economic development. No phone calls please. Send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 page writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211115
SENATE INVESTIGATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE UNPAID FALL INTERNSHIP -
The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, is looking for undergraduate and law students to work closely with the Subcommittee's Democratic staff on investigative and legislative issues, cover Congressional hearings and briefings, and assist in office administration beginning in early August. Requires ability to operate in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, excellent research skills, and willingness to perform clerical and telephone duties. Minimum of 20 hours per week; full time given preference. Please e-mail a brief cover letter, including the time commitment you are able to make, a resume, and an unofficial transcript to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211113
INTERNS -
Senator Jon Tester is presently seeking highly motivated individuals with exceptional communication skills to intern this fall. Intern responsibilities include but are not limited to: researching legislative issues, attending hearings, preparing follow up memos, assisting with constituent services, and aiding staff with administrative duties. This unpaid internship is a great introduction to Capitol Hill. To apply, please submit a completed application form (available on tester.senate.gov), a cover letter, a resume with three references and a writing sample via fax to (202) 224-8594 or via email to Justin_Folsom@tester.senate.gov.
211109
LEGISLATIVE CORRESPONDENT -
Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Correspondent. Responsibilities include responding to constituent mail, assisting Legislative Assistants and meeting with constituent groups. The position requires excellent writing skills, a strong interest in public policy, the ability to handle multiple tasks and good interpersonal skills. Issues include Defense and Foreign Affairs. Candidates from Maryland strongly preferred. Please email cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line
211108
INTERNS -
The Majority Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking interns for fall semester (starting in August or September). Positions are available in health, tax, trade, and economic development areas. Interns conduct in-depth research, attend meetings and briefings on and off the Hill, and provide critical support to Senate Staff as they make legislative recommendations to Senator Baucus and other Senators on the Finance Committee. The Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school requirements, may be completed for college credit. Those with a Bachelor’s degree or higher receive a stipend. Most positions are full-time but applicants interested in working part-time will be considered as well. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), writing sample (3-5 pages), and at least two references by email to: finance.majority@yahoo.com.
211107
PRESS INTERN -
The Majority Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking a full-time press intern for fall semester (starting in August or September). The press intern assists members of the press staff with a variety of tasks including monitoring press coverage of Chairman Baucus and topics under Finance Committee jurisdiction, drafting press releases and other press materials, attending Committee hearings, organizing press conferences and other press events, researching various topics and media outlets, and completing administrative tasks. The Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school requirements, may be completed for college credit. Those with a Bachelor’s degree or higher receive a stipend. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), writing sample (3-5 pages), and at least two references by email to: finance.majority@yahoo.com.
211106
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -
Progressive New England Senator seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle environmental, energy, and transportation policy as well as related issues that come before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Previous policy expertise in this area required and Capitol Hill experience strongly preferred. This position will be part of a team working on energy and environmental related topics and will require strong analytical, communication, research, and writing skills. Please email resume to senenvirola@gmail.com. No phone calls please.
211105
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR -
Western Democratic Senator seeks an experienced Systems Administrator to oversee technology for the D.C. and state offices. Responsibilities include installing, updating, maintaining, and troubleshooting hardware and software. This includes, but is not limited to, office PC and Mac workstations, printers, Blackberry devices, and servers. The Systems Administrator provides support for a variety of issues and identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. The Systems Administrator responds to telephone, e-mail, and in-person requests for technical assistance; works with the Administrative Director in making recommendations for the purchase of IT, office and communications equipment; and also oversees the office correspondence management system and provides support and training for staff. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a technical support role and have proficiency with Windows 7, Vista, Microsoft Office programs, particularly Microsoft Outlook, and Mac OS X. Qualified candidates will have strong oral and written communications skills, strong interpersonal skills, work well under pressure, and in handling multiple tasks. Candidates will also have strong organizational skills and be highly motivated. Some Hill experience preferred. Those interested in being considered should send cover letter and resume to uss.employment@gmail.com. This office is an equal opportunity employer.
211095
PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER -
Democratic Committee Chairman of economic-oriented committee seeking self-starting, energetic senior candidate to handle national security and manufacturing portfolio. Qualified candidates will have special policy expertise in dual-use export controls, export promotion, anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing and bank secrecy, economic sanctions, Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), and industrial production; excellent oral and written communications skills; and strong research skills. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible Capitol Hill experience, an active security clearance, and extensive network of relationships with the Departments of Commerce and Treasury, and other appropriate federal agencies. Duties will include developing and implementing the Chairman’s legislative agenda; management and oversight of committee hearings; developing relationships with congressional staff and outside interest and advocacy groups; and advancement of legislative priorities. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line. Salary commensurate with experience.
211094
LABOR COUNSEL -
Republican Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee seeks an attorney to support the Labor Policy Director in working on a variety of labor and employment issues. Individual should possess three or more years of Capitol Hill, Administration or employment policy work experience. Responsibilities include: informing the Committee's legislative agenda on labor and employment law and regulation, as well as workplace safety, unemployment compensation and other employment related programs. Responsibilities also include: briefing members and staff on these policy matters; assisting with research and drafting legislation; and preparing background materials for the Ranking Member. Strong research and writing skills, and sense of initiative, are essential, and a law degree is required. Successful candidate should be team oriented and have experience working well collaboratively. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211091
PRESS INTERN -
Moderate Southern Democratic Senator seeks energetic intern with excellent writing skills for fast-paced press office. Duties include: updating Web site, daily clips, drafting letters, writing press releases and general press office support. Candidates must be able to write quickly and accurately. Ideal candidates are recent college grads or students with flexible schedules who are interested in working in a Capitol Hill press office. Unpaid internship is open immediately and lasts through fall semester. Please email cover letter, resume and one writing sample to southerndempressjob@gmail.com.
211083
INTERN -
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand seeks highly motivated individuals for full and part-time unpaid internship in her Washington, D.C. office. Students and recent college graduates from New York State are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours per week between the hours of 9 AM and 6 PM. Applications must be emailed to Gillibrand_Internship@gillibrand.senate.gov. The application can be found on Senator Gillibrand's website at http://gillibrand.senate.gov/.
211071
SENIOR LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -
Northeast Democratic Senator on the Foreign Relations Committee is seeking an experienced senior policy staffer to handle foreign relations, trade and intelligence issues. Applicants must have the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in an extremely fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Hill experience, extensive knowledge of Latin America, an advanced degree, and Spanish fluency are preferred. Top Secret clearance is helpful. Please email cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211068
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -
West Coast Democratic Senator on the Finance Committee seeking a Legislative Assistant to handle trade, defense and veterans’ policy matters. These issues are a top priority for the Senator, and the candidate must be ready to pursue an aggressive agenda. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in foreign policy and military and national security issues, be able to develop and push legislation, and have the ability to handle multiple tasks on short deadline. Prior Hill experience is preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211066
PRESS ASSISTANT -
U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander is seeking a D.C.-based Press Assistant. Candidates should have either a press or journalism background, or some experience working with national, state and/or local media. Must be a self-starter with new-media savvy and the ability to think creatively, and able to work under pressure in order to respond quickly to deadlines and media opportunities. Candidates must have outstanding writing skills. Tennessee ties preferred. Occasional travel to Tennessee might be required. Duties include: managing incoming press requests, managing press lists, as well as press event logistics and scheduling; developing Tennessee TV and radio contacts; managing media projects and press interns; and compiling daily press clips. The Press Assistant must be especially detail-oriented and precise, capable of multi-tasking and managing short- and long-term media projects. Please email a cover letter and 2-3 writing samples to tnsenatepress@gmail.com.
211065
DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY -
U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander is seeking a D.C.-based Deputy Press Secretary. Candidates should have a minimum of two years of Hill or related public policy experience, with at least a year in a press-related position (or a strong journalism/media background). Must be a self-starter with new-media savvy and the ability to think creatively, and able to work long hours under pressure in order to respond quickly to deadlines and media opportunities. Candidates must have outstanding writing skills. Tennessee ties preferred. Occasional travel to Tennessee might be required. Duties include: drafting press releases, statements, and newsletters; developing national and state media outreach strategies; providing content for and managing the website; managing new-media presence; building relationships with Tennessee and national media; and managing daily press clips. Please email a cover letter and 2-3 writing samples to tnsenatepress@gmail.com.
211061
EDUCATION POLICY ADVISOR (EARLY CHILDHOOD) -
The Majority Education Policy Office of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee is seeking an education policy advisor. The portfolio for this position focuses on early childhood education policy, but also includes some responsibility for K-12 education and other children and families issues. Responsibilities include researching and developing policy, negotiating and drafting legislation, working with advocates and constituents, preparing for hearings, and drafting memos, speeches, and talking points. Interested applicants must be strong writers and independent self-starters who are able to multi-task and work well in a very fast-paced environment. Capitol Hill experience is a plus. To apply, please e-mail cover letter, resume and references to helpeducationjob@gmail.com. Our office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.
211060
EDUCATION POLICY ADVISOR (K-12) -
The Majority Education Policy Office of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee is seeking an education policy advisor. The portfolio for this position focuses on federal K-12 education policy, and candidates with strong special education policy knowledge are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include researching and developing policy, negotiating and drafting legislation, working with advocates and constituents, preparing for hearings, and drafting memos, speeches, and talking points. Interested applicants must be strong writers and independent self-starters who are able to multi-task and work well in a very fast-paced environment. Capitol Hill experience is a plus. To apply, please e-mail cover letter, resume and references to helpeducationjob@gmail.com. Our office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.
211042
COMMITTEE LABOR COUNSEL -
The Democratic Labor Policy Office of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee is seeking a Labor Counsel. Responsibilities include drafting legislation, planning legislative strategy, building coalitions, preparing for hearings, and writing memos, speeches, and talking points. Interested applicants must be strong writers and independent self-starters who work well in a fast-paced environment. Applicants must have a background in labor and employment law. Those with strong backgrounds with the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act are particularly encouraged to apply. Capitol Hill or other political experience is also a plus. To apply, please e-mail cover letter, resume and references to majoritylaborcounsel@gmail.com. Our office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation..
211033
FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISOR -
Republican committee office seeks aggressive staff member with proven experience in financial services, banking, tax, budget, and economic policy. Candidates must have extensive knowledge of financial laws and Federal budget process. Qualified applicants will have excellent oral and written communication skills, be aggressive and innovative thinker, and able to work well in an extremely fast-paced office. Capitol Hill and Administration oversight experience preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, references, and two writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211030
DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY -
Moderate Democratic Senator seeks communications professional to serve as Deputy Press Secretary. The ideal applicant will be an excellent writer and editor with a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and build upon innovative new media strategies. Duties include supervision of the daily news clips; hands-on role in maintaining the Senator’s new media presence; developing website content; and drafting and editing news releases, talking points and op-eds. Experience working with web development, social networking tools, video production and mass e-mail communication is required. Duties also include planning and staffing the Senator for Washington and in-state media events, as well as regular in-state travel. This is not an entry-level position: at least two years of professional communications experience is required, and on-the-record or Hill experience is preferred. The position reports to the Communications Director in Washington. For consideration, send cover letter, resume and two writing samples to deputypresssec@gmail.com.
211025
GRANTS AND SPECIAL PROJECTS INTERN -
Senior Northeast Democratic Senator seeks a summer intern to assist grants director. Responsibilities include conducting research of federal and state grant programs, writing letters of support on behalf of organizations seeking federal and state grant funding, and other general administrative support as necessary. This internship will provide some legislative policy exposure, but it will provide considerable insight into critical federal and state funding programs. Qualified candidates must be excellent writers, organized, self-motivated, professional, and able to work in a fast paced office. Interested applicants should email a resume and writing sample to grantsinternship@gmail.com.
211024
WEB DEVELOPER -
Senate Republican Leadership office seeks a web application developer strongly experienced in PHP/MySQL/Javascript. Work involves developing and deploying web applications using ColdFusion or PHP, performing integration work with CF and PHP based legacy systems. Other necessary requirements include experience with both MySQL and MSSQL Server as well as basic experience with Windows/Apache/PHP/MySQL web application server stack environment and significant experience with HTML/CSS stylesheets, Photoshop, etc to design and modify static web pages and tweak graphics, layouts, etc. The employee will work with both technical and policy staff to determine application design. Work includes web programming and troubleshooting to create new services and support technical operations. Work also includes creating and deploying new content by posting web content or graphical work as needed under deadline. This is an entry to mid-level position. Strong communication and organizational skills needed. Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience) is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please email a cover letter, resume, and references to resumes@src.senate.gov.
211017
DEPUTY PRESS SECRETARY -
Western Democratic Senator seeks experienced, dynamic communications professional to serve as Deputy Press Secretary. The ideal applicant will be an excellent writer and editor with a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, develop innovative new media strategies and build strong relationships with traditional media. Duties will include overseeing new media; drafting and editing news releases, speeches and op-eds; and developing website content. This is not an entry-level position; at least two years of professional communications experience is required. On-record and Hill experience are both preferred. The position reports to the Communications Director in Washington, D.C. For consideration, send cover letter, resume and writing samples to demcomsdirector@gmail.com.
211012
DIRECTOR OF SCHEDULING -
Democratic Senator seeks highly organized, detail oriented person to serve as Director of Scheduling. This is a senior-level position and requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems. Primary duties include, but are not limited to, working directly with the Member and senior management to create Member’s schedule, drafting correspondence, manage all aspects of the Member’s travel and work with staff to ensure briefing materials are prepared for meetings and events. Ideal candidate will possess strong oral and written communication skills, ability to exercise discretion, be team oriented, maintain confidentiality, available to work long hours as necessary and be resourceful. Hill experience recommended but not required. Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
211008
PROFESSIONAL STAFF MEMBER -
Democratic Senator on the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee seeks a Professional Staff Member for Subcommittee to handle aging, HHS appropriations, and some health issues. This position is in a fast paced office and requires great attention to detail. A successful candidate must work well under pressure, be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have strong writing, organizational, and communication skills. Hill or related experience required. Maryland connections preferred. This is not an entry level position. Please email cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov. No phone calls please.
211007
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -
Democratic Senator is seeking a Legislative Assistant to handle budget, tax, banking, and other economic issues. Hill or related experience necessary. Must be flexible, creative and work well under pressure. Strong writing and analytical skills needed. Please email resume, cover letter and brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line. Salary commensurate with experience.
211000
REPUBLICAN RESEARCH ASSISTANT -
Senate Committee is seeking a research assistant experienced in financial and tax policy to support priorities of Republican Senators and committee staff. Candidates must be meticulous researchers and writers and work well under pressure. Hill experience and advanced degree preferred but not required. New England ties a plus. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, references, and two writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
201096
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT -
Southern Democratic Senator seeks Executive Assistant. It is the responsibility of the person in this position to assist the Senator with most immediate needs as well as to keep the Senator on time and on task. The EA assembles briefing materials for the Senator for all meetings and events. The position also includes making all travel arrangements for the Senator as well as handling reimbursements and receipts, overseeing personal correspondence, etc. This position also involves driving Member to and from events on a regular basis, so knowledge of driving in the District is helpful. A tie to the Southeast is preferred. Long hours are often required of this position. Necessary skills include positive attitude, ability to work under pressure and in a high-stress environment, attention to detail, good phone manner, strong organizational, communication and writing skills, efficiency, and discretion. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to SouthernDemEA@gmail.com
201095
MAIL MANAGER -
Democratic Senator seeks qualified individual for Mail Manager position. The Mail Manager is responsible for, but not limited to: reading, sorting, and scanning incoming constituent mail for distribution to legislative staff; data-entry and preparing weekly mail reports. Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills and be detail-oriented. Experience with IQ mail system a plus. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.
201085
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT -
Democratic Senator active in foreign relations is seeking an experienced Legislative Assistant to handle foreign relations, intelligence and trade issues. Applicants must have significant experience and expertise in foreign policy, as well as the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in an extremely fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Hill experience and an advanced degree or law degree are preferred. A security clearance is helpful. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and brief writing sample to senateforeignpolicyjob@gmail.com.
201067
PRESS INTERN (UNPAID) -
Western Democratic Senator seeks hard-working, self-motivated press intern for busy communications shop. Responsibilities include compiling daily clips, producing web content and updating website, pitching local media outlets, overseeing press lists and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent writing and organizational skills, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Hill experience preferred, but not required. Job requires early morning arrival. Please e-mail cover letter, resume and two short writing samples to demcomsdirector@gmail.com.
201064
PRESS INTERNS -
The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks unpaid press interns for fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely with Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Press Assistant on a variety of tasks. Responsibilities include answering the press line and fielding calls from reporters, working with communications office and legislative staff to compile reports and other documents for media distribution, working with Press Assistant to compile daily press clips for Senator’s review, coordinating daily update of reporter contact lists, and work with communications office on new media projects. Position requires a keen attention to detail, the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to demonstrate professionalism and discretion at all times. Strong writing and grammar skills and proficiency of Microsoft Office applications required. Journalism/communications background and Ohio ties a plus. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to SenBrownPressIntern@gmail.com.
201063
SPEECHWRITER -
Democratic Senator seeks an experienced Speechwriter to write speeches, op-eds and press statements. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Hill experience preferred. Please send resume and writing sample to democraticspeechwriter@gmail.com
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DEPUTY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR -
Progressive Northeast Senator seeks Deputy Communications Director for a four person press shop. Responsibilities include: planning and implementing media strategy, including "new" media; writing press releases and other materials; and building and maintaining relationships with members of the media and editorial boards. Candidates must have exceptional writing skills, ability to work quickly under tight deadlines and work well as part of a team. Hill or campaign experience is preferred. Please send resume and writing sample to DepCommDir@gmail.com.
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