Archive for July 11th, 2012

The Office of Senator Lieberman (ID-CT) seeks undergraduate students or recent graduates for a semester internship beginning in September and lasting through mid-December 2012 to assist a professional staffers. Responsibilities include a range of administrative tasks, conducting research and Capitol Tours. Candidates should submit the following information: application (found on the Senator’s website), resume, cover letter, 2 references, unofficial transcript, 500 word writing sample (can include a paper from school). All documents must be sent in a PDF form. Please do not mail in hard copies. All materials should  be emailed to email hidden; JavaScript is required or email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Fall Internship” in the subject line.  Deadline for applications is July 30, 2012.

Southern conservative House member seeks a Press Secretary to independently handle a wide range of press and media activities. This individual must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, an acute attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment. This individual must be confident and well spoken, and should possess strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work in a team environment. Qualified candidates will be able to demonstrate an assertive and organized approach when pitching, preparing, and performing media projects.

Responsibilities will include drafting public statements, speeches, and articles on legislation, public policy, and current events; pitching news stories to local, state, and national media organizations, managing the member’s web site and social media sites (Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr); publishing media advisories in advance of district travel; producing weekly video messages; drafting, editing, and publishing a weekly column; editing constituent mail; and building and maintaining relationships with state and local media outlets. Qualified applicants will have a willingness and capacity to stay current on relevant policy issues. This position is based in the Washington, D.C., office, but some in-state travel may be required.

The Press Secretary will report directly to the Chief of Staff. This is not an entry-level press position and three years or more of relevant communications experience is preferred. Southern ties are a plus. Interested individuals should send a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required. Emails will be accepted through July 20, 2012.

California Congressman Howard L. Berman is seeking current college students or recent college graduates wishing to gain Capitol Hill experience in a fast-paced office for a full-time or part-time internship to begin immediately. We are seeking motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to assist the legislative and administrative staff with day-to-day duties. Such duties include attending briefings, answering phones, giving Capitol tours, drafting constituent correspondence letters, doing legislative research and various other tasks. The internship is unpaid, but interns will gain valuable Hill and office experience and will have access to many unique Hill opportunities. Those with ties to California or the 28th Congressional District are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send a resume and cover letter detailing availability to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Democratic CBC Member of Congress seeks a responsible, focused, and organized intern. Positions are available starting in August, and applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Although internships are unpaid positions, interns are treated as full participants in the Congressional office. Duties will include, but are not limited to: answering phones, processing mail, researching issues, drafting correspondence, and attending hearings and briefings. Current students are especially encouraged to apply. If you are interested, e-mail a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample to Taylor Share at email hidden; JavaScript is required.

A conservative Republican Congressman is seeking interns for his Washington D.C. office. Applicants must be available July 30 through August 31. Interns will have an excellent opportunity to observe the inner workings of a Congressional office and assist staff with constituent services, communications, administrative tasks, and legislative research. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be highly organized and motivated, and possess a positive attitude. If you are interested in being considered for an internship, please send your resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Senior New York Democrat seeks an experienced communications professional to serve as Press Secretary in DC congressional office. The applicant must be a hardworking, self-starter who possesses excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.  Candidate must have experience with on-record communications, strong written and oral communications skills and be a team player.  Responsibilities include managing incoming press calls and press interview requests along with drafting and editing press releases, statements, quotes and advisories. Knowledge of New York media market is preferred but not required.  The position is not entry-level and requires three to five years of communications experience on the Hill.  Please e-mail resume and cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The office of Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-05) is seeking full-time interns for the Fall 2012 semester (mid August – December) in Washington, D.C. Please note that this is an unpaid internship. The ideal candidate will be motivated, detail oriented and able to multi-task, possess excellent communication skills and interact well with constituents. Responsibilities include answering the phone, giving tours of the Capitol and assisting with constituent correspondence. Arizona ties are preferred, but not required. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Fall Internship Applicant” in the email subject line. For priority consideration, please submit your application materials by July 15th, 2012. Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Midwestern Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a Research Assistant. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be familiar with the legislative process.  Knowledge of energy, public lands, and transportation issues is desirable.  Responsibilities include drafting constituent correspondence, meeting with constituents, and researching policy issues.  Hill experience is a plus. Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required with 221798 as the job referral number in the subject line.

The House Democratic Caucus offers full-time Internships year-round, based on immediate openings. Successful applicants will be bright, highly motivated and have strong academic records, as well as an interest in public policy. Interns will perform a variety of duties that are essential to the Caucus. These range from administrative duties such as answering phones and data entry, to assisting the staff in a variety of functions, including performing research, attending briefings, and preparing the Caucus’ many events. Interns will also interact with Members of Congress regularly, and are expected to uphold the Caucus’ high standards of conduct. Candidates must be flexible and capable of working in an unpredictable, fast-paced environment.

Eligibility:  The House Democratic Caucus seeks full-time interns, only. All current undergraduates and recent graduates who are available for a full-time position are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:  Please send a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  Must be able to start immediately.

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Congressman Tom McClintock (CA-04) is looking for full or part time fall interns for his Washington D.C. office.  Applicants should possess conservative values and hold strong written and verbal communication skills.  Duties include (but are not limited to) performing administrative tasks, attending Congressional hearings, leading Capitol tours, answering phones, sorting mail, and assisting legislative staff with research.  Start and end dates are negotiable. While this is an unpaid internship, we are happy to work with current students looking to receive college credit for their internship. Interested applicants should send resume and brief cover letter summarizing their interest in working for Congressman McClintock and availability to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “McClintock Fall Internship 2012” as the subject line.  Please no phone calls, drop ins, or faxes.