Archive for March 8th, 2012

Congressman Michael R. Turner (OH-3) is seeking full time interns for the summer semester.  Candidates will have a great opportunity to learn the legislative process, become more familiar with the role of Congress, and gain valuable Capitol Hill experience.  Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: answering phones, sorting mail and faxes, guiding tours of the Capitol, attending briefings and hearings, conducting legislative research, performing constituent services, and assisting staff members.  Ohio ties are a plus but not required.  Please email a résumé and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Northeast House Democratic office seeks a motivated and organized individual to join our team in an entry-level position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to managing the Member’s Washington schedule, driving the Member, managing requests for flags and tours, overseeing the intern program, processing vouchers, answering the phone and greeting visitors.  Occasional late nights and early mornings. Applicants should have a valid driver license, clean driving record and reliable car, and be available by mid-April.  Hill experience is a plus; a sense of humor and teamwork are a must.  Please email a cover letter, resume, and one page writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  No calls or walk-ins please.

Senator McCaskill’s office is seeking students and recent graduates for full or part-time internships for the remainder of the Spring 2012 term. This internship presents an opportunity for both a unique learning experience and an inside look at the legislative process.  Responsibilities include assisting staff with legislative research, leading Capitol tours, processing and drafting correspondence, preparing hearing materials, attending briefings and assisting with special projects and administrative duties. Candidates should possess strong writing, oral communication, and research skills while demonstrating the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Please email a resume with two references and a cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Internship” in the subject line.

Democratic Senator is seeking a Correspondence Specialist/Tour Coordinator who will be responsible for receiving all special correspondence requests using established office protocols to ensure a consistent message, and acting as a liaison for all constituent requests for tours to DC landmarks (White House, U.S. Capitol, Supreme Court, Etc.).  Specific duties include, but are not limited to: providing executive level writing, editing and enforcement of quality correspondence signed by the Senator; researching and writing letters to constituents, organizations, military, Eagle Scout/Gold Award milestones, congressional and VIP requests from the state; maintaining correspondence (IQ) database; acting as tour liaison with The White House, U.S. Capitol, Supreme Court, Department of State, Pentagon, The Library of Congress, The National Archives and U.S. Bureau of Printing and Engraving staff; as well as providing and coordinating Capitol Tour training for interns ensuring high-quality tour guides for constituent and VIP guests during staff-led tours.  Qualified candidates must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, be team-oriented and comfortable working in a busy setting with varying degrees of professional staff, have advanced organizational and time management skills and the ability to shift priorities quickly and efficiently while maintaining a positive service-oriented attitude.  Advanced knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel and familiarity with Intranet Quorum preferred.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 221678 as the job referral number in the subject line.