Archive for February 7th, 2012

Republican Senator seeks legislative assistant to serve as principal advisor on trade issues/foreign affairs.  Responsibilities include serving as Senator’s representative with constituents and other offices, analyzing and formulating legislation.  Successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years Hill experience as an LA or committee staffer in the issues, excellent writing skills, and the ability to exercise independent judgment.  Email resume and two writing samples to Chief of Staff at email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The Office of Congressman Tim Huelskamp is now accepting applications for internships for Summer 2012. Interested college-aged students are invited to apply to serve the people of the First District either in the Dodge City, Hutchinson, Salina, or Washington, D.C. office. In the Kansas offices, interns may be asked to do a variety of things, including day-to-day office work such as answering phones, writing letters and assisting with media clips. In addition, interns may be assigned to assist in various constituent case work or work on District-based projects of importance. In Washington, interns’ responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer 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. Although all internships in all offices are unpaid, students gain invaluable work experience. More information – including the application – can be found at http://huelskamp.house.gov/internships. The application deadline for summer internships is March 15, 2012.

The Majority Staff of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is seeking an energetic, self-starting Press Intern with excellent writing and research skills, an interest in public policy, mature judgment, and the ability to work under deadline pressure. The Press Intern assists Press Staff in monitoring relevant press coverage and compiling clips, drafting press materials, updating and maintaining the Committee’s website and Facebook and YouTube pages, updating reporter contact lists, organizing press conferences, and other tasks. Those interested should send a resume, cover letter, three one-page writing samples, and three references to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The office of Rep. Sue Myrick (R-NC-09) is seeking interns for the spring to start as soon as possible. This is a great opportunity to learn the inner workings of a Congressional office, attend briefings and hearings on the Hill, and gain work experience. This position is unpaid. All internships are approximately three months in length depending on start date. Part-time and full-time positions are available. Please see our website at http://myrick.house.gov/ for more information and for internship applications. Please direct all applications and questions to Patricia Bates at email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Congressman G. K. Butterfield (D-N.C.) is seeking an unpaid Press Intern in his Washington, DC office to begin immediately. The intern will be responsible for compiling press clips; helping answer reporter inquiries; organizing media events and press conferences; assisting with press releases, speeches, and talking points; conducting research; managing social media; and assisting the communications staff with day-to-day operations. Successful applicants work well under pressure, possess excellent written and oral communications skills, are proactive, and are eager to learn. Previous experience in public relations or journalism is helpful, but not required. The Press Intern will be required to work at least three days per week and commit to a minimum of three-months. North Carolina ties a plus. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, two writing samples (preferably a press release and speech), and references to: email hidden; JavaScript is required with the subject line: Press Intern Vacancy. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 17, 2012. No phone calls, faxes or drop-in, please.

Conservative Republican House member seeks Communications Director/Press Secretary to manage communications operation including handling media inquires, writing talking points, press releases, editorials, speeches and newsletters, and maintaining social media.  Excellent writing and organizational skills required. 2-3 years of Hill/campaign communications experience preferred. Please email cover letter and resume to:
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Capitol-Hill-Jobs.com:  Could be Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) as his office is 131 Cannon House Office Building.