Archive for June 30th, 2012

Moderate Midwestern Democrat is currently seeking both full and part time late summer to fall interns, starting August 13th.  Prospective interns should have a love for politics and the legislative process, a desire to learn, and a willingness to work hard in this fast-paced office. This is an unpaid internship.

Day to day intern responsibilities will include:  drafting constituent correspondence, leading tours of the U.S. Capitol, answering phones, working with legislative staff on policy issue research and attending briefings and hearings. Interns will work closely with legislative staff and will be given all the tools necessary to learn to become a congressional staffer by the end of the internship.

Please send a resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.   Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. No telephone calls or drop ins, please.

New York Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) is seeking unpaid Interns for the fall semester, preferably to begin in early Mid-August and finishing in late December.  Interns will:

- Assist with office administrative tasks including, sorting incoming mail, greeting visitors, and answering the telephone.
- Assist in the preparation of constituent responses, bills, and amendments.
- Perform legislative research.
- Respond to requests from constituents.
- Attend briefings, hearings, and special events where they may have the opportunity to meet with Members of Congress, leaders of industry, and the press.
- Gain valuable Hill experience and learn about the federal legislative process.

Congressman Jerrold Nadler represents New York’s 8th Congressional District, which includes the residents of most of the Upper West Side, Lower Manhattan and sections of 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 Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution.

*Applicant Instructions:

Please e-mail or fax a resume, brief cover letter, and 1-2 page writing sample to:  Email: email hidden; JavaScript is required Fax: 202-225-6923.

Congresswoman Candice S. Miller (R-MI) seeks legislative interns for Fall 2012 (August- December). 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, and assist with correspondence, as well as attend some Capitol Hill 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 with strong attention to detail. Applicants should have working knowledge of current events and policy topics, as well as a willingness to do mundane tasks as needed. Michigan ties preferred; however, candidates from outside the state will also be considered. This is an unpaid position, but a great opportunity for students seeking academic credit. To apply, please send cover letter, resume and writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required.