Archive for July 30th, 2012

The office of Congresswoman Kathy Hochul (NY-26) seeks motivated and enthusiastic interns to begin work in the Washington DC immediately and continue through the Fall. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, detail oriented, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering phones, leading Capitol tours, assisting staff with constituent correspondence, and performing research projects. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend briefings and hearings. We are looking for dedicated interns to be part of our Washington DC office team. If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

New York Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), the Ranking Member on the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, and the Senior Member from the Northeast on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, is seeking unpaid Interns for the Fall Semester. The internship will start at the end of August and run through mid-December.

Interns will:

Assist in the preparation of constituent responses, memos, bills, and amendments.
Perform legislative research.
Respond to information requests from constituents.
Attend briefings, hearings, and special events where they may have the opportunity to meet with Members of Congress, members of the Cabinet, and leaders of industry and the press.
Interns are also responsible for assisting in sorting incoming mail, greeting visitors, and answering the telephone.

Even though this is an unpaid position interns will gain valuable Hill experience and learn about the federal legislative process.

Interested applicants should email their resume and cover letter to the Intern Coordinator at email hidden; JavaScript is required.  Put ‘Internship Application’ in the subject line.  No drop-ins or phone calls.

Capitol Hill Jobs

• ben freeman jerrold nadler

Progressive California Member seeks Communications Director based in Washington, DC office.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to developing a proactive media and outreach strategy,  writing press releases, speeches, and op-eds, and pitching stories. They should also have experience with new media.  This is not an entry level position.  Previous Hill experience is required.  We are looking for someone to be proactive and to generate new ideas to get the Member’s message out.  California ties and Spanish speaker a plus.  Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, references and a sample press release & speech to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Communications Director” in the subject.

Congressman Kevin Yoder (R-KS) has full-time and part-time unpaid internships available IMMEDIATELY for the 2012 fall session in his Washington, DC office. Duties include answering telephones and greeting visitors, collecting constituent information, answering constituent correspondence using IQ, researching legislation and policy issues, drafting policy updates, attending briefings and hearings, and assisting communications, administrative and legislative staff. Must be highly motivated and detail oriented. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Interested students should submit a resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Fall Internship” in the subject line.

Capitol Hill Jobs

• kevin yoder intern

Senator Lieberman’s Washington, DC office is seeking a full-time, unpaid Press Intern to assist a busy communications department for the Fall.  Responsibilities will include media monitoring, assembling daily press clippings, video editing, website maintenance, and other administrative duties.  Assistance with legacy projects will be a special focus. Please submit a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.  NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK-INS.

Congressman Leonard L. Boswell (IA-03) seeks a motivated, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented Intern for the fall of 2012 in his Washington, DC office. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are interested in learning about the workings of Capitol Hill and the legislative process in a busy office. The internship will provide exposure to all areas of a legislative office. Responsibilities include: drafting press releases, weekly columns, and other writing projects as needed; researching, writing and editing responses to constituent letters and requests; attending hearings and briefings on various issues; and a variety of administrative tasks, including data-entry of constituent letters and front office duties. Applicant should be a self-starter with strong attention to detail, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and superior writing and organization skills. Applicants with a strong interest in politics and a connection to Iowa will be given priority consideration. Please note that this is a full-time position beginning on or shortly after August 20th, 2012. Please email cover letter, resume, one letter of recommendation, and two short writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Congressman Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) is seeking internship applicants for his Washington, DC office for Fall 2012. These positions offer a unique opportunity to help respond to individuals who need help with a federal problem, and to learn about broader community and national concerns. Interns assist staff with constituent services and legislative research. If you are interested in interning, email email hidden; JavaScript is required with your resume and three references, a writing sample, and advise when you would be available. Candidates should have a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. Texas ties a plus.

The office of U.S. Congressman Michael Michaud (ME-02) is currently accepting applications for full and part-time fall semester interns beginning in August/September.  Daily tasks will vary and include answering phones, running errands, researching legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attending hearings and briefings, and answering constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns will learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.  All internships are unpaid.

Maine/New England ties are a plus but not required.  Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and a 2-3 page writing sample to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “ME02 Internship” in the subject line.

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