Archive for August 2nd, 2012

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) seeks an experienced communications director to run a busy press operation. Duties will include: writing press releases, speeches, talking points, and op-eds; pitching stories to reporters; managing incoming media requests; maintaining the website and social media platforms; managing the constituent newsletter content, production, and distribution process; working closely with the legislative staff to better understand policy and create new opportunities for the Member; and planning and implementing strategic communications initiatives. Candidates should have substantive press, communications, and writing experience from fields such as government, media/public relations, and/or journalism. Familiarity with financial services issues and Spanish language proficiency are pluses. We are looking for creative candidates with fresh ideas. This is not an entry level position.  Please send a cover letter, resume, and two brief writing samples to email hidden; JavaScript is required. The office is an equal opportunity employer. Absolutely no phone calls or drop-ins, please.

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Representative Raúl Labrador (ID-01) is currently seeking unpaid fall interns (September – December).  Responsibilities will include giving Capitol tours, attending and summarizing hearings and/or briefings for legislative staff, and performing various administrative tasks.  Strong oral and written communication skills are required.  Idaho ties are preferred, but are not required. If interested, please send a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to: email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The DC Office of Representative Jim Langevin (RI-02) is seeking personable, dependable and professional individuals for full and part-time unpaid Internships beginning in August or September. Responsibilities include but are not limited to answering phones, processing mail, and other administrative duties as assigned, as well as providing support to press and legislative staff as needed. We also encourage interns to attend committee hearings and briefings. The ability to work well and communicate efficiently in a team environment is essential. Rhode Island ties are preferred. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Congressman Brian Bilbray (R-CA) has full-time and part-time unpaid internships available for the 2012 fall session in his Washington, DC office.  Duties include answering telephones and greeting visitors, collecting constituent information, assisting with incoming mail, researching legislation and policy issues, drafting policy updates, attending briefings and hearings, and assisting legislative staff. Candidates must be self-starters, detail oriented, have excellent writing and communication skills, and be able to multi-task. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Internship start dates are flexible.  Interested students and graduates should submit a cover letter and resume to email hidden; JavaScript is required with “Fall Internship” in the subject line.