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Tuesday, August 11, 2015
US House Internship Opportunities -- August 10th, 2015
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INTERNSHIP VACANCY LISTING
Week of August 10, 2015
MEM-226-15
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (ME-01) is currently seeking full- or part-time
interns for the 2015 fall semester in her Washington, DC office. Interns will
assist in the day-to-day operations of a DC Congressional office by supporting
members of staff with constituent communication, legislative research, and
administrative activities. They will also serve as a tour coordinator and
occasionally act as a guide of the United States Capitol to Maine constituents
visiting Washington.
Qualified candidates will possess an interest in the legislative process, excellent
writing and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to
learn and take on new tasks. The internship is unpaid, though interns will be an
essential component to the effectiveness of the office and will be considered an
integral member of the team. Maine ties are preferred, but not necessary.
Please send a resume, cover letter, and brief writing sample
to evan.johnston@mail.house.gov with the subject line Fall Internship.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Please no drop bys or phone calls.
MEM-225-15
Internships are currently available in Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren’s (CA-19)
Washington, D.C. office for the 2015 Fall Semester. Congresswoman Lofgren
represents California’s 19th Congressional District, which lies in the heart of
California’s “Silicon Valley”.
Interns have the chance to experience the fast-paced atmosphere of a busy
Congressional office and gain invaluable work experience. This is an excellent
opportunity for those interested in the legislative process.
Interns’ responsibilities will vary—in addition to answering phones and running
errands around the Capitol, interns will have the opportunity to attend hearings
and briefings, research legislation for legislative staff, and answer constituent
letters on various issues before the House.
Qualified applicants must possess excellent writing and analytical skills, a
demonstrated work ethic, and ability to function in a fast-paced environment. A
successful candidate will be motivated, able to multitask, and have the ability to
work well under pressure. Full-time internship positions are available beginning
August 24, 2015. Internships are unpaid. California-19 and/or California ties are
preferred but not required.
Interested applicants should apply through http://lofgren.house.gov.
MEM-224-15
The Office of Congressman John Ratcliffe (TX-04) is currently seeking interns
for the Washington, D.C. office for the Fall 2015 semester. Intern responsibilities
include but are not limited to, assisting staff with general office duties, attending
hearings/briefings for staff members, answering phones, sorting through mail,
drafting response letters, and giving tours of the U.S. Capitol. Candidates should
be highly motivated and have good communication skills. This position is
unpaid, but does offer a great educational experience for anyone with aspirations
of working on the Hill. Having Texas ties is a plus.
All interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to
Robert.peters@mail.house.gov.
MEM-223-15
Moderate Southern Democrat seeks applicants for part-time and full-time unpaid
congressional internships in Washington, DC. Duties will include conducting
legislative research, drafting memos and responses to letters from constituents,
assisting constituents and visitors to the office, assisting with day-to-day
operations at the office, answering phones, leading tours of The US Capitol,
running errands and performing basic administrative tasks. Candidates should
possess superior written and verbal communication skills and an interest in
learning the intricacies of the legislative process. Part-time interns will be
expected to commit to at least two full day shifts (9:00am to 6:00pm) per week,
Monday through Friday. Ties to Florida are preferred, though not required.
Interested parties should submit a resume as well as two professional references
to FloridaDemResumeRepository@gmail.com.
MEM-222-15
Florida Republican seeks an intern for the Fall 2015 semester. Interns will work
in a fast-paced Congressional Office, gaining valuable exposure and knowledge
of the legislative process and the United States Congress. Intern responsibilities
include greeting constituents, handling constituent phone calls, opening and
sorting mail, and assisting staff with administrative tasks. Interns will also have
the opportunity to conduct legislative research, as well as attend Capitol Hill
briefings, congressional hearings and receptions. Our office is looking for an
intern with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent written and oral
communication skills. Successful interns will be self-starters, take and listen to
direction, and be willing to work both independently as well as part of a team.
Applicants should have a willingness to assist with daily office tasks. Florida ties
preferred, but not required. Interns must be able to commit three full days a week
(9:00am-6:00pm during Session and 9:00am-5:00pm during Congressional
Recess) at minimum. Students welcome to apply.
Those interested please send resume and cover letter to
FL26Internships@gmail.com.
MEM-220-15
The Office of Representative Amash is seeking bright, liberty-minded students to
intern this fall. Regular hours for interns are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on voting days and
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on nonvoting days. Our office may accommodate interns who
are available only part time.
Successful applicants will have a positive attitude and friendly demeanor, possess
excellent written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrate a strong
commitment to individual liberty, economic freedom, and the defense of the
Constitution.
Responsibilities may include leading U.S. Capitol tours, answering phones,
entering data, attending legislative briefings and other meetings, and assisting
staff with legislative research and correspondence. Interns will have the
opportunity to interact with me on a daily basis and will learn about the
legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.
To request more information, or to apply for an internship, please contact my
office at mi03.internship@mail.house.gov.
Required application materials include a résumé, cover letter, and two short
writing samples. Please include "Rep. Amash Internship" in the subject line for
all applications.
MEM-219-15
The Democratic office of the Committee on House Administration seeks
energetic and self-motivated undergraduate or graduate level students as well as
recent graduates with an interest in government and public policy to apply for its
Fall 2015 internship. Working closely with Committee staff, interns will have
the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the inner-workings of a
congressional committee and learn about the day-to-day administrative operations
of the House of Representatives. Interns are responsible for assisting Committee
staff with official proceedings (hearings/markups), elections oversight, member
services, and other projects as well as providing general front office support.
Please note that this is not a paid internship.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and available hours to
CHADem.Intern@mail.house.gov with the subject headline, “CHA Dem
Internship.”
MEM-218-15
The Washington, D.C. office of Congresswoman Louise M. Slaughter (D-NY) is
seeking a full-time press intern to work with Congresswoman Slaughter’s
communications team. This position is more advanced than a standard
congressional internship, requiring strong graphic design and photo skills.
The press intern will work directly with the communications director and digital
director to carry out the press team’s responsibilities including - but not limited to
- helping create digital content, developing press lists, collecting and distributing
press clips, drafting press releases, and fielding calls from reporters. Special
skills such as photography or video editing a plus. Standard schedule begins with
aggregating news clips at 8:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm.
While the position is unpaid, the office will work with universities and academic
programs to accommodate applicants wishing to earn academic credit. First-hand
experience in the congressional office will provide a unique opportunity to
participate in the fast-paced press operation of a senior Democratic member. It
will also offer a unique insight into legislative and parliamentary procedure, as
Congresswoman Slaughter is the ranking member on the Committee on
Rules. The Rules Committee determines the parameters of debate for all major
legislation before it can be considered on the House Floor.
Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and a one-to-three page writing
sample, and a design or photography sample to James Blum
at NY25.InternApplications@mail.house.gov.
Please do not hesitate to contact James at 202-225-3615 with any questions.
MEM-216-15
Florida Republican is seeking interns for early September through December
2015. Qualified candidates will be hardworking, motivated self-starters, detailoriented,
and professional with strong communication and writing skills. Daily
duties as an intern will include, but are not limited to, providing general
constituents services in the form of answering phone calls and sorting mail,
leading Capitol tours, conducting research for staff members, drafting constituent
correspondence, and attending hearings. Florida ties are a plus but not a
requirement. This internship is unpaid, however, individuals will gain invaluable
work experience.
Please send a resume and cover letter to
FloridaConservativeRepublican@gmail.com with subject line “Intern” for
consideration.
MEM-215-15
The Washington, DC office of Congresswoman Roybal-Allard is seeking
motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to fill internship positions through
December 18th. Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering
phones, conducting Capitol Tours, sorting incoming mail, attending briefings,
conducting legislative research and performing other administrative
tasks. Successful candidates will possess excellent written and oral
communication skills, a strong attentiveness to detail, an ability to work in a fastpaced
environment, an eagerness to learn about the political process and
congressional affairs, as well as full-week availability. Spanish-fluency and
California ties are a plus.
Please send a résumé, cover letter, a short writing sample (no longer than one
page), and dates of availability to jhostyn.duval@mail.house.gov with “Intern” in
the subject line.
MEM-214-15
The Democratic Staff of the Committee on Science, Space and Technology is
seeking interns for the fall starting in September. Interns are asked to work with
staff to help prepare for committee hearings and markups. Interns will work on
substantive research projects and press matters. Additionally, interns are critical
to the daily operation of the office including tasks such as answering phones,
greeting visitors, and filing official documents.
Interested applicants should visit the Committee’s website at
http://democrats.science.house.gov/contact-us. Please fill out the application
provided and send in a resume and two references.
MEM-212-15
A Democratic California Congressman is seeking interns to join his Washington,
D.C. team for a part- or full-time, unpaid internship starting as soon as possible,
for a duration of three months or longer.
Candidates should be self-starters and able to exercise good judgment on a wide
range of assignments in a fast-paced and busy office. Very strong writing skills
with close attention to detail and a courteous demeanor are essential.
Main responsibilities include: assisting with scheduling, answering phone calls,
attending briefings and writing memos, processing mail and leading tours of the
U.S. Capitol. A hard-working intern in our office will eventually move on to
assisting staff with more complex legislative and press-related projects.
Candidates with California ties, especially to the San Fernando Valley, and
previous internship/work experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please e-mail resume and cover letter in PDF format to
Intern.Resume@mail.house.gov.
MEM-211-15
Congressman Jim Renacci (R-OH) seeks full time hard working intern for fall
2015. Responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to, answering phone calls,
assisting with the mail program, providing constituent tours, attending various
briefings, and providing research for the legislative staff. Qualified candidates
will have exceptional writing skills, strong communication skills, ability to work
in a fast paced working environment, and have an interest in learning more about
the legislative process.
Send a resume and a cover letter to Stephen.Hostelley@mail.house.gov.
Ohio candidates are strongly preferred.
MEM-209-15
Congressman Ben Ray Luján (NM-03) is seeking unpaid full-time and part-time
interns for his Washington, D.C. office. Candidates should be motivated,
flexible, and detail-oriented individuals with immediate availability, and a
preference for those who can stay two-three months. New Mexico ties are a plus,
but are not required.
Intern responsibilities include answering constituent phone calls, leading tours of
the Capitol, sorting mail and faxes, writing letters, and assisting experienced staff
with projects in diverse issue areas. Candidates should be outgoing and possess
strong oral and written communication skills, an ability to multitask in a fastpaced
environment, and a good sense of humor. Candidates with New Mexico
ties are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and a 1-2 page writing sample to
michelle.serrato@mail.house.gov.
MEM-208-15
Rep. Xavier Becerra is looking for interns for his Leadership
office. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) transcribing videos,
collecting press clips, live-streaming briefings, supporting the Operations team in
preparing Caucus events, answering phones, providing constituency outreach
support to Democratic Members of Congress and their staff, conducting research,
extracting and formatting large quantities of data, writing detailed memos,
attending relevant briefings and meetings, and assisting with team projects.
Applicants should be motivated, detail-oriented, possess excellent verbal and
written communication skills, and be able to problem solve and multi-task.
Experience or interest in social media is a plus. Women and minorities are
strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be either college/graduate students receiving academic credit or
congressional internship/fellowship program participants. The intern should be
prepared to start working in full-time.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please send a cover
letter and resume to caucusinternresume@mail.house.gov.
MEM-206-15
The Office of Congressman Robert A. Brady (PA-01) seeks interns for Fall 2015
(September-December). Internship responsibilities will include: assisting with
research, processing mail, data entry, reception duties, office errands, and other
duties as assigned by the Intern Supervisor. Ideal candidate will have strong oral
and written communication abilities, a willingness to learn, basic knowledge of
the political process, and a firm opinion on the best cheesesteak in Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania ties preferred. Both full and part time will be considered.
Please send a resume, cover letter (including availability), and writing sample to
Colleen Carlos at colleen.carlos@mail.house.gov.
Please no phone calls or drop-ins.
MEM-205-15
Florida Democrat seeks a full-time, unpaid press intern for the Washington, D.C.
office. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, motivated, and able to multitask
efficiently. Applicants should possess strong written and oral
communication skills. Preference will be given to candidates with Florida ties
and those who speak Spanish.
Daily responsibilities may include:
• Updating website content;
• Compiling daily press clips;
• Video filming and editing;
• Conducting research projects;
• Drafting press materials (including e-newsletters, background
information, and press releases);
• Assisting with press events; and
• Transcribing interviews.
This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate to gain substantive press
experience with an extremely active Member of Congress.
Please prepare a cover letter addressing prior press experience and interest, a
résumé and a one-page writing sample. Email the .PDF formatted materials to
DCInternships.Grayson@mail.house.gov. Please indicate “Press Intern” in the
subject line.
MEM-204-15
Senior Democratic Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-30) seeks highly motivated,
full and part-time interns for Fall 2015. Interns are responsible for both
administrative and legislative duties. Legislative support includes preparing
materials for hearings, attending hearings and briefings, reaching out to agencies
and congressional offices, and researching legislation for the Member and
Legislative Staff. Administrative tasks include answering phones, greeting
visitors, leading tours and sorting mail. Candidates should be professional,
possess strong oral and written communication skills, have the ability to
multitask, and have a good sense of humor. Ties to California’s 30th
Congressional District are a plus but not required.
Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume to
brads.interns@mail.house.gov with “CA-30 Internship” as the subject.
MEM-203-15
The Office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) is seeking a fulltime
or part-time intern for the Fall of 2015. This is an opportunity to learn
about the inner-workings of a congressional office on the Hill in a fast-paced
work environment. The internship allows access to briefings and interesting
events related to a wide range of important issues. Responsibilities will include,
but are not limited to, attending Congressional briefings, giving tours of the
Capitol, conducting research, responding to constituent inquiries, and processing
tour and flag requests. Qualified applicants should possess a professional and
courteous demeanor, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task,
fastidious attention to detail, and interest in the legislative and governmental
process.
To apply, please send a resume, three references, writing sample, and cover letter
to william.washington@mail.house.gov, with the subject ‘Norton Internship’.
No phone calls or drop-ins please. Deadline of 5:00 p.m. August 14, 2015.
MEM-202-15
Florida Democrat seeks intern for the Washington, D.C. office for the Fall 2015
semester. Candidates should be motivated, enthusiastic, and possess strong
interpersonal skills. The internship will provide exposure to all areas of a
legislative office. Interns will be responsible for assisting the team with phones,
mail, tours, flag-requests, and related front office duties.
Additional tasks, including drafting constituent correspondence, research
projects, and attending hearings may be assigned on a case-by-case basis.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who are interested in learning about the
workings of Capitol Hill and the legislative process in a busy office.
Both full and part-time internships are available.
Please email cover letter, résumé and two writing samples to
DCInternships.Grayson@mail.house.gov. Please indicate “FALL 2015
Semester” in the subject line.
MEM-201-15
California Congressman Jared Huffman is seeking current college students or
recent college graduates wishing to gain Capitol Hill experience for a full-time or
part-time fall semester internship. We are seeking motivated, organized, and
reliable individuals to assist the legislative and administrative staff with day-today
duties. Such duties include attending briefings and hearings, answering
phones, drafting constituent correspondence letters, doing legislative research,
and various other tasks. The internship is unpaid, though interns will gain
valuable Hill and office experience and will have access to many unique Hill
opportunities. California ties are preferred, but not necessary.
Please send a resume and cover letter to DCInternship.Huffman@mail.house.gov.
Please no drop bys, phone calls, or emailing staff members.
MEM-200-15
Congressman Matt Cartwright (D-PA) is seeking unpaid interns for his
Washington, DC office for the Fall 2015 term (August/September -
December). Intern duties include answering the phone, writing letters, attending
legislative briefings, and assisting staff members with special projects. Attention
to detail and strong writing and grammar skills are required. Candidates with
Pennsylvania ties are especially encouraged to apply, although all applications
will be considered equally regardless of state or district.
Prospective candidates should apply online and submit a resume and cover letter
to http://cartwright.house.gov/services/internships. No phone calls or drop ins,
please.
MEM-199-15
Congresswoman Lois Frankel’s (FL-22) D.C. office seeks interns for the fall
session. The ideal candidate possesses a high degree of professionalism and
maturity and can take initiative, is committed and diligent, and is a team player
with a positive attitude. This position demands the ability to multi-task, high
efficiency and strong organizational skills as well as an ability to work
cooperatively and courteously with others. Duties include: answering telephone
calls, responding to general constituent inquiries and requests for tours, assisting
with constituent correspondence, and providing administrative assistance to the
DC staff. Undergraduate students or recent college graduates preferred, South
Florida ties a plus. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to:
bradley.solyan@mail.house.gov. Please include your availability in your cover
letter.
MEM-198-15
Colorado Republican is seeking interns for late August through December of
2015. Interns are paid if they do not receive college credit for their internship.
Qualified candidates should be detail-oriented, hardworking, and professional
with strong communication and writing skills. Intern responsibilities include
providing constituent tours, drafting correspondence, attending various briefings,
providing research for legislative staff, and assisting the front office staff.
Please send a resume and cover letter to CODCIntern@gmail.com.
MEM-195-15
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Democratic Staff is
seeking highly motivated unpaid interns for Fall 2015 internships. Candidates
should be organized, professional, quick learners, team players and approach new
challenges with a positive attitude.
TITLE: Intern
REPORTS TO: Intern Coordinator/Supervisor
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• to assist in performing clerking duties, processing the mail, data entry,
reception duties and other office errands.
DUTIES:
• Sorts and distributes mail;
• Performs data entry, including logging in incoming letters;
• Answers the telephones;
• Assists staff with Committee business including: Hearings, Briefings, and
Business Meetings;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Intern Supervisor.
To apply for this position, please send an email to
Brett.Cozzolino@mail.house.gov with a resume, cover letter, and a short writing
sample.
MEM-194-15
Washington, D.C. — The House Democratic Caucus is looking for a full time
press intern for the fall semester with availability beginning at the end of
August. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) assisting with press
clips, production and editing of studio videos, staffing of live stream events,
graphic design, formatting and extracting large quantities of data, and assisting in
team projects. Applicants should be self-starters, motivated, detail-oriented,
possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to
problem solve and multi-task. Experience in Adobe Suite or other design
software and proficiency in Spanish highly preferred. Experience and interest in
press operations and the congressional process is a plus. Minorities are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be either college/graduate students or Congressional internship
program participants.
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter detailing availability
to DemCaucusPressIntern@Gmail.com.
MEM-190-15
Congressman Adam Kinzinger (IL) is looking for unpaid interns in his
Washington, DC office for the 2015 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. Ideal candidates should have a strong work
ethic, be energetic and engaging, and possess a positive attitude. Candidates
with Illinois ties are encouraged to apply.
Please send resume and cover letter (with start date) to internsIL16@gmail.com.
MEM-189-15
Our Washington interns will be exposed to a wide range of activities on Capitol
Hill. They will be asked to answer phones, research legislation for the Member
and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings, and answer constituent letters
on various issues before the House. Interns will need to be able to communicate
professionally, balance multiple tasks at once, and have a teachable attitude. As a
result, interns will learn about the legislative process, the various functions of a
Congressional office, and the way things work on Capitol Hill. It is an invaluable
opportunity for both educational and professional development.
Interested applicants should email resumes directly to
taylor.huhn@mail.house.gov.
MEM-187-15
The Office of Rep. Scott Rigell (VA-02) is seeking politically Conservative
unpaid Fall 2015 interns in their Washington, DC, office to begin in
August/September through December. The Office seeks an outgoing,
enthusiastic person with at least 3 days/week availability who would like
experience working in a Congressional Office. Virginia ties are a plus but not
required.
Interested persons should submit resumes to Julie.Moorhead@mail.house.gov.
MEM-186-15
The Office of Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ) is seeking qualified interns
for our D.C. office this fall.
CONTACT:
Quin La Capra
Internship Coordinator
quin.lacapra@mail.house.gov
RESPONSIBILITIES
Intern duties vary on a daily basis, but are all critical to the function of our office.
Daily tasks include, but are not limited to, answering phones, responding to
constituent requests, compiling research on targeted issues and assisting with
staff-led projects. In addition, interns lead Capitol tours, run errands and complete
various administrative tasks as needed. Interns will also have the opportunity to
attend special events, such as committee hearings, briefings and seminars.
Internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for college
students. Although this internship is unpaid, students gain invaluable work
experience. The hours are flexible to accommodate students' hectic course
schedules, but generally run 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS
Prospective applications should be highly motivated self-starters, eager to learn
about Capitol Hill and the mechanisms of the United States Congress. We are
looking for individuals with an excellent work ethic, ability to multitask and most
importantly, a willingness to learn.
They must demonstrate:
-An ability to produce polished work
-An ability to maintain professionalism in a work environment
-An interest in the legislative process
-Strong communication skills
-Experience using Microsoft Office
APPLICATION
Please submit a resume, cover letter and writing sample to Quin La Capra via
email at: quin.lacapra@mail.house.gov. Closing Date: September 4th.
MEM-185-15
Arkansas Republican is seeking interns for late August through December 2015.
Qualified candidates will be hardworking, motivated self-starters, detail-oriented,
and professional with strong communication and writing skills. Daily duties as
an intern will include, but are not limited to, providing general constituent
services in the form of answering phone calls and sorting mail, leading Capitol
tours, conducting research for staff members, drafting constituent
correspondence, and attending hearings. Arkansas ties are a plus but not a
requirement. This internship is unpaid.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample
to ArkansasGOPIntern@gmail.com.
MEM-184-15
The office of a western Republican House member is looking for an unpaid
intern for Fall 2015. Candidates should be hardworking, detail-oriented, and
professional with strong communication and writing skills. Intern responsibilities
will include, but are not limited to, providing general constituent services in the
form of answering phone calls and sorting mail, leading Capitol tours, conducting
research for staff members, drafting constituent correspondence, and attending
hearings.
Interested candidates should send their resume, a cover letter, and a brief writing
sample to WesternStateIntern@gmail.com.
MEM-183-15 The Washington, DC office of Congresswoman Louise M. Slaughter (D-NY) is
offering Fall internship opportunities for college students and recent college
graduates. First-hand experience interning in Congresswoman Slaughter’s office
provides a unique opportunity to understand the development and implementation
of public policy. Intern responsibilities include drafting letters to constituents,
attending committee hearings, writing summary briefs, researching various issues
for the legislative staff, and assisting with additional office duties.
Interns are matched based on their policy interests with a legislative staffer and
together they develop substantive projects that allow interns the chance to
increase their knowledge of a subject area and better understand how the federal
government works. Interns will also gain unique insight into the legislative
process and parliamentary procedure as a result of Congresswoman Slaughter’s
position as the ranking member of the House Rules Committee. The Rules
Committee determines the parameters of debate for all major pieces of
legislation.
The internship provides different opportunities with staff to discuss their
experiences on the Hill and future employment strategies.
Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and a one to three page writing
sample to James Blum at NY25.InternApplications@mail.house.gov.
Please do not hesitate to contact James at (202) 225-3615 with any questions.
MEM-179-15
New Jersey Democrat seeking interns for the fall semester (Aug through Dec
2015). Qualified candidates will be organized, motivated self-starters, with
strong communication and writing skills. Day-to-day duties include assisting
with front office operations which includes greeting visitors, opening and sorting
mail, answering phones, and conducting Capitol tours. Interns will also attend
hearings and briefings and conduct research for staff. This internship is unpaid.
Please send cover letter, resume, and a one page writing sample
to: nj08jobs@gmail.com. Absolutely no phone calls or drop-ins.
MEM-178-15
The Washington, DC office of Congressman Paul Gosar (AZ-04) seeks a highly
motivated full or part-time intern for Fall 2015. Successful candidates will
demonstrate that they are organized, detail-oriented, and professional. Strong
written and oral communication skills are essential. Intern responsibilities will
include, but are not limited to, assisting staff with legislative, administrative,
constituent relations, and press activities. Interns will: answer phones; sort,
distribute, and respond to constituent mail; lead tours of the US Capitol building;
attend hearings and briefings; and assist with legislative research.
Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample(s) to
GOPinternshipAZ@gmail.com.
MEM-176-15
Congressman John Lewis, Representative for the 5th District of Georgia, seeks
fall interns for his Washington, D.C., office. Interns will work in a fast-paced
setting and gain valuable experience and knowledge of the United States
Congress. Responsibilities include greeting constituents and visitors, handling
phone calls, supporting staff with administrative tasks, conducting legislative
research, aiding communications staff, and assisting with special projects and
assignments. Preference will be given to those with Georgia connections and
those available full-time.
If you would like to receive more information or apply to our internship program,
please complete the application at http://johnlewis.house.gov/. For immediate
consideration, please send the application, resume, and writing sample to
Sarah.Hager@mail.house.gov.
MEM-174-15
Congresswoman Candice S. Miller (R-MI) seeks legislative interns for the Fall
2015 semester. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining
valuable exposure and knowledge of the legislative process and the United States
Congress. Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents, managing
constituent phone calls, and assisting staff with administrative tasks. Interns will
also have the opportunity to conduct legislative research, assist with constituent
correspondence, and attend legislative briefings, congressional hearings,
receptions, and press events.
Requirements: Interns must have a good attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent
written and oral communication skills. Successful interns will be able to find
information with little assistance, be able to work both independently as well as
part of a team environment, and possess a strong attention to detail. Applicants
should have working knowledge of current events and policy topics, as well as a
willingness to perform a variety of tasks and administrative functions. Michigan
ties are preferred, but not required.
To apply, please send cover letter and resume to mi10intern@gmail.com .
MEM-173-15
North Carolina Democrat seeks an unpaid Legislative Fellow for her
Washington, D.C. office. Duties include assisting the legislative staff in
conducting research, analyzing legislation, drafting memoranda, organizing
talking points, and preparing for events. The Legislative Fellow will also be
expected to assist the office with administrative duties. North Carolina ties are a
plus. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please send your resume and cover letter to nc12internjobs@gmail.com.
MEM-171-15
The office of a New York Congressman seeks an unpaid press intern with
exceptional writing and editing skills. Duties will include: authoring interesting
and creative content for the website on various topics and other tasks as assigned.
The intern must be highly motivated and have excellent writing and
communication skills. All interested and qualified candidates should email a
resume and three writing samples.
Please submit all inquiries with the subject “Press Internship” to:
NY.ResumeInbox@mail.house.gov.
MEM-170-15
Energetic New York Democrat is seeking a highly motivated legislative intern to
join his Washington, DC office for a part time unpaid internship this
Fall. Candidates should possess a professional and courteous demeanor, interest
in the legislative process, excellent communication skills, the ability to multitask,
attention to detail, and a sense of humor. Main responsibilities include, but
are not limited to, attending Congressional briefings, responding to constituent
correspondence, assisting with flag requests, and general office
duties. Candidates with New York ties and previous internship/work experience
are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample to
NY.ResumeInbox@mail.house.gov. Equal opportunity employer.
No calls or walk-ins please.
MEM-169-15
Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI) is seeking a full-time congressional intern
for her Washington, D.C. office for Fall 2015 (mid-August to December). This
internship position will provide individuals the opportunity to work in a fastpaced
Congressional office while receiving hands-on political experience. Duties
include answering phones, leading U.S. Capitol tours and assisting staff members
with research and special projects. There will also be frequent opportunities to
attend legislative hearings of personal interest. The ideal candidate will be
motivated; detail orientated and possesses strong communication and writing
skills. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates seeking Hill experience.
Michigan ties are preferred.
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to
kevin.rambosk@mail.house.gov.
MEM-168-15
Midwest Republican seeks full time hard working intern for Fall 2015.
Responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to, answering phone calls, assisting
with the mail program, providing constituent tours, attending various briefings,
and providing research for the legislative staff. Qualified candidates will have
exceptional writing skills, strong communication skills, ability to work in a fast
paced working environment, and have an interest in learning more about the
legislative process.
Send a resume and a cover letter to Stephen.Hostelley@mail.house.gov. Ohio
candidates are strongly preferred.
MEM-167-15
Congressman John Garamendi (CA-03) is seeking a highly motivated intern to
join his Washington, DC office in August. Candidates should be collegial,
professional, quick learners, and phenomenal team players. Strong oral and
written communication skills and close attention to detail are imperative. Duties
include assisting staff with legislative, administrative, and press related projects,
writing memos and talking points, attending hearings and meetings, answering
constituent phone calls, leading tours of the US Capitol, assisting with
scheduling, sorting and distributing mail, and managing tour and flag requests.
Full-time candidates with California ties and previous internship/work experience
are preferred. This is an unpaid internship.
Please e-mail a resume, cover letter and dates of availability to
Garamendi.Internships@mail.house.gov.
MEM-166-15
New Jersey Democratic Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06), the Ranking
Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, seeks full time and part time
unpaid interns for his personal office during the fall 2015 semester. We are
seeking personable, hardworking and motivated individuals with excellent oral
and written communication skills. Job duties will include, but are not limited to:
answering phones, assisting staffers with general administrative duties, attending
briefings, drafting letters to constituents, and conducting congressional
research. New Jersey ties are strongly preferred, but not necessary. A good sense
of humor is a plus.
Please email, with the subject “Fall 2015 Internship Application”, a resume,
cover letter, and references to thomas.egan@mail.house.gov, and please include
your dates and times of availability. We have immediate vacancies to be filled.
MEM-164-15
Conservative Republican seeks highly motivated fall interns for DC
office. Successful candidates will be organized, hard-working, and detailoriented.
Intern will be responsible for assisting staff with legislative and
administrative duties such as greeting visitors, drafting constituent
correspondence, answering phones, and leading Capitol tours. Interns will also
have opportunities to attend staff briefings and committee hearings to gain
firsthand knowledge of the legislative process. The position is unpaid, and the
intern is responsible for finding housing in the DC area. Florida ties preferred.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and available dates to
fl11internship@gmail.com. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.
MEM-162-15
California Democrat is seeking hardworking interns for the fall 2015 semester.
Interns will conduct legislative research, compile press clips, assist with front
office operations, help with constituent relations, coordinate and conduct tours,
and learn from staff about the day-to-day operations of a congressional office.
Ideal candidates will be hardworking, creative, critical thinkers with a good sense
of humor. Strong communications and writing skills are crucial. Northern
California ties are preferred, but not required.
Please submit a cover letter, brief writing sample, and resume to
bera.resume@mail.house.gov.
MEM-160-15
Nevada Republican seeks a legislative intern for August and/or Fall 2015.
Interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional Office, gaining valuable exposure
and knowledge of the legislative process and the United States Congress. Intern
responsibilities include greeting constituents, handling constituent phone calls,
opening and sorting mail, guiding Capitol building tours, and assisting staff with
administrative tasks.
Interns will also have the opportunity to conduct legislative research, and assist
with correspondence, as well as attend Capitol Hill briefings, congressional
hearings, receptions, and press events.
Legislative Internship Qualifications:
Our office is looking for an intern with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and
excellent written and oral communication skills. Successful interns will be selfstarters,
take and listen to direction, and be willing to work both independently as
well as part of a team environment. Applicants should have working knowledge
of current events and policy topics, as well as a willingness to do assist with daily
office tasks. Nevada ties strongly preferred.
Legislative Internship Requirements:
Interns must be able to commit a minimum of three full days a week (9:00am-
6:00pm). Students welcome to apply.
Those interested please send cover letter, updated resume, and references to
kelsey.wolfgram@mail.house.gov.
MEM-159-15
Nevada Republican seeks an unpaid communications intern for August 2015
and/or Fall 2015. Interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional office, gaining
valuable exposure and knowledge of the communications process and the United
States Congress. Communication intern responsibilities include tracking and
reporting on social media and news story comments, drafting social media posts,
establishing and managing a twitter account, and reaching out to local/national
reporters on social media. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend events
and committee meetings to take photos and videos, work with the
communications director to put press releases on the website, and assist with
writing projects at the discretion of the communications director. Interns will
also help facilitate our constituent communications program and guide
constituents on tours of the US Capitol building.
Communications Intern Qualifications:
Our office seeks an intern with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and
excellent written and oral communication skills. Successful interns will be selfstarters,
take and listen to direction, and be willing to work both independently
and as a member of a team environment. Applicants must have a working
knowledge of current events and policy topics as well as a willingness to assist
with daily communication tasks. Nevada ties strongly preferred.
Communications Intern Requirements:
Interns must be able to commit a minimum of three full days a week (9:00 am-
6:00 pm) with the option of working full-time, June through August. Students are
welcome to apply.
If interested, please send a cover letter, updated resume, sample of a social media
post for a congressperson, and references to kelsey.wolfgram@mail.house.gov.
MEM-154-15
North Carolina Democrat seeks an unpaid Communications Fellow for her
Washington, D.C. office. Duties include tracking press clips and traffic on social
media networks, updating and maintaining press contact lists, drafting 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. North Carolina ties are a plus. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.
Please send your resume and cover letter to nc12internjobs@gmail.com.
MEM-152-15
New York Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) is seeking unpaid interns,
preferably to begin immediately. Interns will:
• Assist with office administrative tasks including, sorting incoming mail,
greeting visitors, and answering the telephone.
• Assist in the preparation of constituent responses.
• Perform legislative research.
• Respond to requests from constituents.
• Attend briefings, hearings, and special events.
• Gain valuable Hill experience and learn about the federal legislative
process.
Candidates with graphic design, layout, Photoshop and computer programming
skills are highly preferred.
Congressman Jerrold Nadler represents New York's 10th Congressional District,
which includes parts of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Congressman Nadler serves on
the Judiciary Committee and on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee,
where he is the highest ranking member from New York. He is the Ranking
member of The Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.
To Apply:
Please e-mail a resume, brief cover letter, and 1-2 page writing sample to:
Email: Christian.Barbato@mail.house.gov .
MEM-150-15
Arkansas Republican is seeking interns for August through December 2015.
Qualified candidates will be hardworking, motivated self-starters, detail-oriented,
and professional with strong communication and writing skills. Daily duties as an
intern will include, but are not limited to, providing general constituent services
in the form of answering phone calls and sorting mail, leading Capitol tours,
conducting research for staff members, drafting constituent correspondence, and
attending hearings. Arkansas ties are a plus but not a requirement.
This internship is unpaid. Interested candidates should send a cover letter,
resume, and brief writing sample to ArkansasGOPIntern@gmail.com.
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