Archive for July 27th, 2012

Congressman J. Randy Forbes (R-VA) has two full-time, unpaid internships available for the 2012 fall session in his Washington, DC office. Duties include answering telephones and greeting visitors, collecting constituent information, researching legislation and policy issues, drafting policy updates, attending briefings and hearings, and assisting communications, administrative and legislative staff. Must be highly motivated, self-starter, detail oriented, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills, a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and have the ability to manage multiple tasks on a deadline. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Virginia ties preferred, but not necessary. Interested students should submit a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Fall Internship” in the subject line.  No phone calls.

The Majority Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is currently seeking a full-time Press Intern for fall semester (starting in August or early September).  The press intern assists members of the communications staff with a variety of tasks including monitoring press coverage of Chairman Baucus and topics under Finance Committee jurisdiction, drafting press releases and other press materials, attending Committee hearings, organizing press conferences and other press events, researching various topics and media outlets, and completing administrative tasks.  The position is unpaid but current students may be able to receive academic credit. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), writing sample (3-5 pages), and at least two references by email to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Minnesota Congressional office seeks energetic fall interns interested in learning about the operations of a Congressional office, current events as they relate to Congressional activity, federal legislation and legislative issues, and constituent services.

Responsibilities include: attending briefings and hearings, welcoming guests to the office, organizing and sorting constituent comments, writing responses to constituent letters, and assisting Congressional staff in other duties and errands as assigned. Applicants should have very strong written and verbal communications skills, the ability to multi-task and stay organized, and a keen interest in learning the operations of a Congressional office. Midwestern and Minnesota ties are preferred.

Part-time and full-time opportunities are available starting early to mid-August for up to four months. Hours are flexible. Please send cover letter, resume, short writing sample, and two references to email hidden; JavaScript is required, subject line: Fall Intern Application.

*When:  Fall Semester

*Where: Congressman Kind’s Office in Washington D.C.

*Qualifications:  College students in good academic standing or recent graduates interested in politics and seeing how a Congressional office functions. All majors are welcome to apply.

*Deadlines to apply:  August 3, 2012

*Details:  Interns perform a variety of tasks, including issue and legislative research, writing constituent mail, composing statements and press releases, administrative duties, and various other assignments. Washington, DC interns will have the opportunity to attend staff issue briefings and committee hearings to gain firsthand knowledge of how the legislative process works. We try to match assignments with specific interests so that interns get the most out of their experience. The positions are unpaid and students are responsible for finding their own housing.

*How to apply:  Send a cover letter, resume and writing sample by e-mail to Diana Maas at email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee seeks an experienced federal tax expert with a strong background in economics and excellent communication skills for a full-time position. The position is responsible for scrutinizing federal revenue and credit program proposals as well as coordinating with the Senate Committee on Finance, the Joint Committee on Taxation, the Joint Economic Committee and other relevant congressional committees. The Director is also expected to analyze national economic data and monetary policy proposals.  Tasks include crafting and interpreting tax law; creating and examining revenue and credit provisions in congressional budget resolutions; collecting and translating macroeconomic data into plain English; analyzing proposed revenue and credit legislation for budget-related points of order; creating, or directing the creation of, tables, charts and graphs; drafting talking points, speeches and memoranda; providing verbal briefings; and assessing relevant Federal Reserve and Department of Treasury activities.  Understanding the federal budget process, budget law, and/or Senate procedure is highly valued.  Knowledge of the state of Alabama is a plus.  The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. To apply, please fax a cover letter and resume to (202) 224-1446 or e-mail to email hidden; JavaScript is required.