Congressman Todd Akin (R-MO) is seeking a Staff Assistant to serve in his Washington, D.C. office. Applicant must be cheerful, be able to multi-task, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include greeting constituents and guests, answering phones, opening and distributing the mail, organizing Congressional tours, processing flag requests, serving as Intern Coordinator, and completing other special projects as assigned. Missouri ties a plus. Interested parties should submit resume, references and writing sample to MO02resumes@gmail.com.  No phone calls, please.

Midwestern Democratic Senator is seeking a Research Assistant with interests in fiscal policy to work on tax issues.  The ideal candidate will have some background in tax issues and a  Master’s degree in Business or Public Policy  (or closely related discipline) and strong quantitative skills, as demonstrated by performance in relevant undergraduate coursework and proficiency in numerical computer skills.  To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221635 as the job referral number in the subject line.

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Secretary of the Senate seeks qualified college student or recent graduate for Spring 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 January through June.  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.

Conservative Western Member seeks staff assistant with potential for office manager responsibilities in DC office. Duties include answering phones, greeting office guests, taking flag, White House and Capitol tour requests, as well as helping executive assistant/scheduler with administrative and office managing duties. Ideal candidate will be a staff assistant with a few months of Hill experience looking to take on more responsibility in addition to those of an entry-level staff assistant. Please send a resume and cover letter to WesternStateRep@mail.house.gov. No calls, no drop ins.

Congressman Doc Hastings (WA-04) is currently seeking applications for winter/spring interns in his Washington, D.C. personal office. Congressman Hastings is the Chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, so the office is always very busy. Although no two days are the same, internship duties will include attending policy briefings, answering phones, sorting mail, assisting with constituent correspondence, performing research, and a variety of other administrative tasks. Internship Applicants should be detail oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and have a positive attitude.  Washington state ties are preferred but not required.  Interns will be immersed in the congressional process and their work will provide valuable experience for future endeavors. Interested candidates should direct their cover letter and resume to Justin Prosser at Justin.Prosser@mail.house.gov with “INTERNSHIP” in the subject line.  The internship is unpaid.

Senator Mike Enzi, R-Wyo., seeks Press/Media Assistant for his Washington, D.C. office to help Press Secretary in gathering and researching information for media and constituent inquiries. Applicants must be adaptable, excellent writers, organized, knowledgeable about social media and eager to serve the people of Wyoming.  Applicants who are from or at least have a strong connection to Wyoming are preferred.  Entry level, but journalism, marketing, Capitol Hill, internship or state government experience a plus.  Email cover letter and resume to Coy_Knobel@enzi.senate.gov.  Write “media assistant” in the subject line.

Conservative Republican is looking for a paid, full-time spring intern to begin immediately. A qualified candidate will be very 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. This position should lead to a full time Staff Assistant position within a few months.  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 il8thjobs@gmail.com.

The House Committee on Small Business Republican staff is seeking a staff assistant.  Duties include, but are not limited to, greeting visitors, answering phones and directing calls, opening and distributing mail and periodicals, assisting with hearing preparation, and generally assisting with office administration and organization.  Qualified candidates will be poised, organized problem-solvers who are able to take initiative and direction well.   Please email your resume and cover letter to HouseSmallBusinessGOP@mail.house.gov with “Staff Assistant” in the subject line.  No calls please.

Southern moderate Democratic Senator seeks candidate to work on Judiciary/Homeland Security issues.  Primary responsibility is answering constituent correspondence.  Other responsibilities include meeting with constituents, research. Successful candidate will provide support on Homeland Security issues including FEMA, other disaster recovery related issues and be the lead staff member on judiciary, immigration and postal matters for the Senator.  Must be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have strong writing and communication skills.  Law degree required and Hill experience preferred.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221638 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Congressman Bill Cassidy is looking for a full or part time intern to begin immediately.  Candidate should be organized, responsible, and have good communication skills. Duties will include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, running errands, and helping staff as necessary. No previous Hill experience necessary. All interested applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to taylor.ashy@mail.house.gov.

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Congressman James Lankford (R-OK) is currently seeking interns to start work immediately. Interns are responsible for assisting with general front office duties including answering phones, conducting and scheduling tours of the Capitol, logging and writing office correspondence, and helping with other administrative tasks. Applicants should be detail oriented with excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor. Oklahoma ties are preferred but not required. Interested candidates should direct their resume, cover letter, and a short writing sample to Sarah Corley at jobsok05@gmail.com.

Senate Republican seeks experienced Speechwriter. Duties include but are not limited to drafting, editing and managing talking points, speeches, remarks, video scripts and Floor Statements; writing/editing the Senator’s weekly column; drafting new media press releases on Twitter, Facebook, blogs, etc…; and performing general press office support. Candidates must have knowledge of the legislative process and be able to multitask and work quickly, accurately, and creatively in an active environment, under tight deadlines. Candidates must also possess excellent research, writing, editing, and overall communication skills. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221637 as the job referral number in the subject line.

The office of Senator Sherrod Brown seeks highly motivated individuals for full-time unpaid legislative internships during the spring semester. The Spring Internship Program runs from January to May and provides an educational and in-depth experience. Responsibilities include processing incoming communication, operating office telephones, assisting staff with legislative research, attending briefings, drafting correspondence, and leading Capitol tours. Candidates should possess strong writing, oral, and research skills while demonstrating the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Applicants can apply by e-mailing a resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Republican Congressman Cory Gardner of Colorado is seeking a Staff Assistant.  The ideal candidate will possess a high degree of organization, ability to handle multiple tasks in a high-paced environment and a positive attitude. Duties include, but are not limited to, directing phone calls and mail to the appropriate staff, fulfilling various constituent requests, greeting visitors and leading tours of the Capitol.  Needs to have a proven track record demonstrating attention to detail and ability to maintain calm under pressure. Colorado ties a must.  Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to gardner.jobs@mail.house.gov.