Tuesday, August 7, 2012

US House GOP Jobs List -- August 6th, 2012

HOUSE GOP JOBS 8/6/2012 Paid Internship- A Midwestern Republican is currently seeking conservative internship applicants to start immediately for the fall. Interns will have an excellent opportunity to observe the inner workings of a Congressional office and assist staff with constituent services, communications, administrative tasks, and legislative research. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be highly organized and motivated, and possess a positive attitude. There is a $1,000 stipend, which will be paid upon completion of the internship. Qualified applicants should send their cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to midwestGOPinternship@gmail.com 8/6/2012 Legislative Assistant– Congressman Gus Bilirakis (FL) is seeking an experienced and innovative Legislative Assistant to handle economic, fiscal, and energy issues. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of economic policy experience and should be self-motivated, creative, and team-oriented. Duties include, but are not limited to developing legislation; monitoring relevant Floor, committee, and regulatory activity; regular interaction with constituents; and advising the Congressman and senior staff. Florida ties are preferred but not required. Interested applications should send a cover letter and resume to fl09jobs@gmail.com with “Legislative Assistant” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or drop-offs please. 8/2/2012 Internship- Congressman Chuck Fleischmann has an unpaid internship position available immediately in his Washington, DC office. Current undergraduate students, recent grads, and graduate students are welcome to apply. Duties include giving tours of the Capitol, answering phones, and providing general clerical support to staff. Interns will also have an opportunity to attend committee hearings and conduct legislative research. The ideal candidate will have writing experience, strong organizational skills, and a high degree of professionalism. Interns will gain exposure to the inner workings of the Legislative branch of government in addition to professional office experience. We are happy to consider part-time internship applicants, but we ask for a minimum commitment of 2 months, 2 – 3 days per week. Full-time internship applications are given preference. To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to dede.nesbitt@mail.house.gov with “Fall Internship” and your name in the subject line. 8/2/2012 Internship-Representative Raúl Labrador (ID-01) is currently seeking unpaid fall interns (September – December). Responsibilities will include giving Capitol tours, attending and summarizing hearings and/or briefings for legislative staff, and performing various administrative tasks. Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Idaho ties are preferred, but are not required. If interested, please send a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to: Labrador.Internship@mail.house.gov. 8/2/2012 Internship- Congressman Brian Bilbray (R-CA) has full-time and part-time unpaid internships available for the 2012 fall session in his Washington, DC office. Duties include answering telephones and greeting visitors, collecting constituent information, assisting with incoming mail, researching legislation and policy issues, drafting policy updates, attending briefings and hearings, and assisting legislative staff. Candidates must be self-starters, detail oriented, have excellent writing and communication skills, and be able to multi-task. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Internship start dates are flexible. Interested students and graduates should submit a cover letter and resume to alexandra.berenter@mail.house.gov with "Fall Internship" in the subject line. 8/1/2012 Internship - Congressman Wally Herger (R-CA) is currently seeking interns for the fall of 2012 for his Washington DC office. The internship involves assisting with incoming mail, researching legislative issues, attending lectures and hearings, giving tours, working with legislative staff on special projects and assisting with other general office duties. Candidates must be self-starters, detail oriented, have excellent writing and communication skills, and be able to multi-task. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Internship to begin first week of September and end the week of Thanksgiving. Please email your cover letter and resume to herger.intern@gmail.com 8/1/2012 Internship- Congressman Cory Gardner (R-CO) is seeking a part-time intern for the fall semester starting immediately. Interns will work closely with our legislative staff on a diverse number of tasks. Day-to-day activities include answering phones, staying up to date with floor proceedings, handling constituent mail, and conducting Capitol tours. Interns will also attend committee hearings, briefings, and markups. Summaries and notes from these briefings will be included in a monthly newsletter for the Congressman and the legislative staff. Applicants should be hard-working and motivated. Strong communication skills are a must. Colorado ties are preferred, but not required. Send resume and cover letter to sam.stookesberry@mail.house.gov with “fall internship” in the subject line. 7/30/2012 Internship- Congressman Kevin Yoder (R-KS) has full-time and part-time unpaid internships available IMMEDIATELY for the 2012 fall session in his Washington, DC office. Duties include answering telephones and greeting visitors, collecting constituent information, answering constituent correspondence using IQ, researching legislation and policy issues, drafting policy updates, attending briefings and hearings, and assisting communications, administrative and legislative staff. Must be highly motivated and detail oriented. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Interested students should submit a resume to lara.driscoe@mail.house.gov with "Fall Internship" in the subject line. 7/26/2012 Internship- Congressman J. Randy Forbes (R-VA) has two full-time, unpaid internships available for the 2012 fall session in his Washington, DC office. Duties include answering telephones and greeting visitors, collecting constituent information, researching legislation and policy issues, drafting policy updates, attending briefings and hearings, and assisting communications, administrative and legislative staff. Must be highly motivated, self-starter, detail oriented, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and have the ability to manage multiple tasks on a deadline. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Virginia ties preferred, but not necessary. Interested students should submit a cover letter and resume toVA04Interns@mail.house.gov with "Fall Internship" in the subject line. No phone calls. 7/26/2012 Internship– The office of Congressman Bill Shuster (PA-09) is seeking an intern to join the Washington, D.C. office for the fall of 2012 semester. Candidates should be a self-motivated, team player that is ready to work in a fast-paced environment. Duties include, but are not limited to: opening mail, answering phones, constituent correspondence, attending briefings, assisting with legislative research, and providing aid to staff-members with various projects. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working, detail oriented professional with strong oral and written communication skills. Pennsylvania ties are preferred, but not required. Interested candidates should email PA09jobs@gmail.com with a resume and a cover letter and Fall Internship in the Subject line. 7/26/2012 Internship- Congressman Patrick McHenry's Washington DC office is seeking hard working, conservative interns for a full time internship during the fall of 2012. Recent graduates interested in gaining valuable experience in a Congressional office are strongly encouraged to apply. Intern responsibilities include attending hearings and briefings on behalf of staff, assisting with legislative and press research, and drafting letters to constituents. Interns will also be expected to lead constituents on tours of the US Capitol and manage constituent communication via mail and phone. North Carolina ties are preferred but not required. This is an unpaid position. If interested, please email a resume and cover letter to NC10interns@gmail.com. No phone calls please. 7/25/2012 Internships- Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler’s (MO-4) Washington, D.C. Office seeks conservative, hard-working, and energetic interns who can commit full or part time for fall 2012 internships. College students or recent graduates interested in learning more about government while also taking an active role serving the constituents of Missouri’s 4th District are invited to apply. Interns will have varied responsibilities, including welcoming meetings and guests, answering the telephone, supporting legislative staff with research, drafting letters, and processing data, giving Capitol tours, and providing other administrative support as requested. Interns will be given opportunities to attend committee hearings and educational briefings to deepen their understanding of current policy debates and conservative philosophy. All conservative students are welcome to apply. Interested applicants should send a cover letter outlining their motivation to intern and their availability, along with a résumé and an academic/professional reference to internsmo04@gmail.com. Questions can be directed to Leanna in Congresswoman Hartzler’s office at 202-225-2876. 7/25/2012 Internship- A Conservative Congressman from the East Coast is currently looking for unpaid interns to begin this fall. Daily duties include, but are not limited to: answering phones, distributing mail, conducting Capitol tours for constituents, attending hearings and briefings, and assisting legislative staff with various projects. Ideal candidates should possess excellent oral and written skills and be comfortable in a fast-paced working environment. If interested, please email a resume, cover letter, and list of references to 01goprep@gmail.com. 7/24/2012 Internship- The Office of Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA) is seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, conservative individuals for fall internships. This internship provides ample opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. Duties include answering phones and mail, conducting tours of the U.S. Capitol, and assisting staff members and Congresswoman Herrera Beutler with achieving our legislative goals and constituent outreach. Applicants must be self-motivated and work well in a team setting. Strong writing and communication skills are also a must. Third District/Washington (State) ties are a plus. Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to drew.griffin@mail.house.gov. 7/24/2012 Internship- Representative Bob Gibbs (OH-18) is seeking full-time interns to work in his Washington D.C. office for Fall 2012. DC internships with Rep. Bob Gibbs provides you the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a Congressional office, an essential experience for anyone interested in a career in government or public affairs. Intern responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting staff with legislative research, attending hearings and briefings and writing letters and press releases. Interns also give constituents tours of the US Capitol Building, manage incoming phone and mail requests among other projects. Internships are unpaid. Please email a resume, cover letter and a list of references to Meghan Keivel at Meghan.Keivel@mail.house.gov. 7/23/2012 Internship- Congressman Crawford is seeking interns for his Washington, D.C. office for the fall 2012 semester. In his DC office, internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for qualified college juniors and seniors, or recent college graduates.Duties include but are not limited to: answering phones, running errands, researching legislation for the Member and legislative staff, leading Capitol tours, attending hearings and briefings, and answering constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office. The hours are flexible to accommodate students' hectic course schedules, but generally run 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session. Applicants should possess a great work ethic; have agreeable communication skills, and strong writing skills. Arkansas ties are ideal, but are not required. Interested candidates should e-mail their cover letter and resume to: ar01jobs@gmail.comno later than August 31, 2012. 7/23/2012 Internship- The office of Congressman Blake Farenthold (TX-27) is looking for interns for the spring of 2012 for our Washington, D.C. office. We are looking for highly qualified candidates that are motivated, detail-oriented, and personable. The ideal candidates will have excellent research and writing abilities, be able to multi-task and interact well with constituents. These are unpaid positions, but interns will have the opportunity to experience working on Capitol Hill, learn about the legislative process, and attend briefings of interest. Responsibilities include answering phones, assisting with constituent correspondence, and supporting the legislative and communication staff on various projects. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Jason Capeheart at jason.capeheart@mail.house.gov. Texas ties are preferred, but not required. 7/23/2012 Media Internship- The office of Congressman Blake Farenthold (TX-27) is looking for a new media intern for the spring and summer of 2012 for our Washington, D.C. office. We are looking for highly qualified candidates that are motivated, detail-oriented, and personable. The ideal candidates will have a background in journalism or public relations with a new media focus and a strong interest in digital media. A basic knowledge of graphic design, video, audio, and/or photography and editing in those mediums is a must (i.e. PhotoShop, Premier Plus, etc). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: drafting/distributing social media posts; monitoring social media and other news sources; attending press conferences & briefings; and working with the Press Secretary on photography and editing. This is an unpaid position; interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Jason Capeheart at jason.capeheart@mail.house.gov . Texas ties are preferred, but not required. 7/23/2012 Internship - A Republican Congressman from Florida is seeking a full time paid Intern for the Fall. As this is a paid internship, we do not offer college credit. The position begins in early/mid August and continues through December. Interns in the Washington, D.C. office will be responsible for answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, running errands, and aiding the Staff Assistant and Legislative Staff as necessary. Interns will often act as a direct liaison between the Member and constituents, so a professional and friendly attitude is a must. Additional duties may be assigned according to an intern’s performance. Must be highly motivated and detail oriented; possess a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills and effective communication skills; and able to manage multiple tasks on a deadline. Florida ties are preferred, but not required. Qualified applicants should send their cover letter and resume to katie.mcauliffe@mail.house.gov. 7/20/2012 Internships- Congressman Rob Woodall (R-GA) is looking for unpaid interns to begin in mid-to-late August and serve through November/December. A qualified candidate will be well-organized, responsible, dependable, and have good communication skills. Duties will include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, research, attending hearings, leading Capitol tours, and aiding the Staff Assistant and Legislative Staff as necessary. Georgia ties are not necessary. All interested applicants should send a copy of their resume and a brief cover letter of their interest to chase.murray@mail.house.gov. 7/18/2012 Fall Internships – The Office of Congressman Joe Barton is seeking qualified full time interns for the Fall semester. In addition to assisting staff with administrative duties, interns will have the opportunity to attend briefings, assist legislative staff with research and guide constituent tours. Texas ties are a plus. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and references to, BartonDC.Interns@mail.house.gov. Please also include your dates of availability. 7/18/2012 Internships- The office of Congressman Ted Poe (TX-02) is looking for interns for the fall semester in his Washington, D.C. office. Interested candidates must be professional, reliable, self motivated, flexible, and able to exercise good judgment. Responsibilities include answering phones, drafting letters, researching legislative issues, attending meetings and hearings as needed, giving tours of the Capitol to visiting Second District constituents and some administrative duties.If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to tx02internships@gmail.com. For more information, please call our D.C. Intern Coordinator, Darby Stogner at 202-225-6565. 7/18/2012 Internship – Congressman Aaron Schock (IL-18) is looking for unpaid interns to begin in August and serve through the Fall Semester. A qualified candidate will be well-organized, responsible, dependable, and have good oral and written communication skills. Duties will include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, leading Capitol tours, and aiding the Staff Assistant and Legislative Staff as necessary. No previous Hill experience necessary. All interested applicants should fill out this form. 7/18/2012 Internship- Congressman Adam Kinzinger (IL-11) is looking for unpaid interns in his Washington, DC office for the Fall semester. Interns will observe the inner workings of a Congressional office while gaining firsthand knowledge of the legislative process. Responsibilities include leading Capitol tours, answering phones, greeting constituents, assisting staff with legislative projects, and attending briefings and hearings. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be energetic and engaging, and posses a positive attitude. Please send resume, cover letter (with start date), and two references to internIL11@gmail.com. 7/16/2012 Scheduler – Kansas Republican Member is seeking a scheduler/executive assistant with prior scheduling experience. The ideal candidate will have prior Hill experience, be professional, discreet, and possess excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills. Candidate must be extremely well organized and able to multi-task efficiently in a quickly moving environment. Kansas ties are a plus, but not a requirement. Please send cover letter and resume to ks02resume@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Scheduler”. No walk-ins or phone calls please. 7/16/2012 Staff Assistant- The Office of Congressman Ander Crenshaw seeks qualified candidates for the position of Staff Assistant/ Assistant to the Chief of Staff in the Member’s Washington, DC office. Responsibilities include greeting constituents, answering phones, managing all constituent tours, flag requests, maintaining general office supplies, and assisting the legislative staff as needed. In addition, this position works closely with the Chief of Staff on scheduling and other matters as assigned. This is a unique position that requires someone who is proactive and personable. Ideal candidates must be highly organized, detail-oriented and have the ability to multitask. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills are needed. Capitol Hill experience, Florida ties and familiarity with IQ are preferred but not required. Please send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to: FL04Jobs@mail.house.gov. No phone calls, faxes or drop-offs please. 7/13/2012 Staff Assistant - A Republican Congressman from Washington is seeking a Staff Assistant who can start immediately. The primary responsibilities of this entry level position will be to answer phones, greet visitors, give tours, assist with constituent mail, and manage the intern program. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be highly organized and motivated, and possess a positive attitude. Washington ties are a plus but not required. Qualified applicants should send their cover letter, resume and references to Colin.Swanson@mail.house.gov. 7/13/2012 Temporary Staff Assistant Opening- House Republican office seeks paid intern or temporary employee to cover Staff Assistant functions for period of August 1-November 30. Kentucky ties preferred. Principal duties will include telephones, reception, flag requests and tours. Please send resumes to houseofrep.jobs@mail.house.gov 7/13/2012 Scheduler- House office seeks a scheduler/personal assistant for veteran Republican Member. Responsibilities include DC office scheduling for Member and staff, all travel, confidential communications and related responsibilities. Position requires comparable experience, professional demeanor, patience, discretion, excellent communications skills (written and oral), strong organizational ability, and flexibility in approach and working hours. Send resume to houseofrep.jobs@mail.house.gov 7/13/2012 Internship- Midwestern Republican is looking for an unpaid intern to begin early August through Fall. Full-time or part-time. A qualified candidate will be well-organized, responsible, dependable, and have good oral and written communication skills. Duties will include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, running errands, and aiding the Staff Assistant and Legislative Staff as necessary. Interns will often act as a direct liaison between the member and constituents. No previous Hill experience necessary. All interested applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to MidwesternGOPIntern@gmail.com. 7/13/2012 Internships- Congressman Sam Graves is currently seeking applicants for a fall internship in his Washington DC office. Intern duties include, but are not limited to, helping out in the front office with answering phones and constituent mail, giving tours, processing flag requests, as well as helping with research for the legislative staff. Although the internship is unpaid, it is a great experience for anyone looking to get involved in politics and/or policy making.Start and end dates are negotiable and both part and full-time positions are available. If interested, please email a resume and cover letter to mo6intern@gmail.com with “Fall Internship” in the subject line. 7/11/2012 Legislative Assistant - Rep. John Culberson is seeking a Legislative Assistant. The position requires in-depth knowledge of homeland security and immigration issues. This is NOT an entry-level position; at least two years of previous Capitol Hill experience as a Legislative Assistant or equivalent is required. Qualified candidates should be strong writers, possess the ability to work on several projects simultaneously, and be able to communicate clearly in a team-oriented environment. Responsibilities will include developing and planning legislative initiatives, monitoring developments within Committees and on the House floor, and regular interaction with constituents. Houston ties are preferred but not required. Interested applicants should email a resume and two short writing samples to tx07jobs@mail.house.gov. Please include the words “LA Position” in the subject line. No phone calls, faxes, or drop-ins, please. 7/11/2012 Press Secretary—Southern conservative House member seeks a Press Secretary to independently handle a wide range of press and media activities. This individual must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, an acute attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. This individual must be confident and well spoken, and should possess strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work in a team environment. Qualified candidates will be able to demonstrate an assertive and organized approach when pitching, preparing, and performing media projects. Responsibilities will include drafting public statements, speeches, and articles on legislation, public policy, and current events; pitching news stories to local, state, and national media organizations, managing the member’s web site and social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr); publishing media advisories in advance of district travel; producing weekly video messages; drafting, editing, and publishing a weekly column; editing constituent mail; and building and maintaining relationships with state and local media outlets. Qualified applicants will have a willingness and capacity to stay current on relevant policy issues. This position is based in the Washington, D.C., office, but some in-state travel may be required. The Press Secretary will report directly to the Chief of Staff. This is not an entry-level press position and three years or more of relevant communications experience is preferred. Southern ties are a plus. Interested individuals should send a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to congressjob@gmail.com. Emails will be accepted through July 20, 2012. 7/11/2012 Fall Internships: Congressman Tom McClintock (CA-04) is looking for full or part time fall interns for his Washington D.C. office. Applicants should possess conservative values and hold strong written and verbal communication skills. Duties include (but are not limited to) performing administrative tasks, attending Congressional hearings, leading Capitol tours, answering phones, sorting mail, and assisting legislative staff with research. Start and end dates are negotiable. While this is an unpaid internship, we are happy to work with current students looking to receive college credit for their internship. Interested applicants should send resume and brief cover letter summarizing their interest in working for Congressman McClintock and availability to Chris.Tudor@mail.house.gov with “McClintock Fall Internship 2012” as the subject line. Please no phone calls, drop ins, or faxes.

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