Archive for August 17th, 2012

Republican House office is looking for full time interns for the fall of 2012.  The ideal candidate will possess the following skills: good phone etiquette, detail-oriented, friendly, motivated, self-starter, excellent research and writing skills and the ability to multi-task.  Applicants with Montana ties are preferred.  Main duties include daily front desk operations (answering phones, greeting visitors, assisting in constituent correspondence), attending committee hearings as well as working directly with the Communications and Legislative Teams on various projects.  The internship is unpaid but offers a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of Capitol Hill.  We can also help you find housing through one of the many intern housing programs in D.C. if necessary.  Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to Philip Maguire at email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid Fall interns in Washington, DC. Part-Time interns will also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference. It is preferable, but not required, if the candidate is available immediately, and can continue work through December. Responsibilities include compiling press clips, answering reporter inquiries, organizing press conferences, writing press releases and memos, conducting research and assisting the Press Staff with day-to-day operations of a very active press office. Applicants must work well under pressure, have excellent written and oral communications skills and a desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates should have a general understanding of governmental process, knowledge of the Northeast, and interest in communications. Candidates with New York ties are preferred. If interested, please send Cover letter, Resume and References via email to email hidden; JavaScript is required.

The office of Congresswoman Yvette Clarke is seeking full or part-time interns for the fall semester. Interns should be motivated and have an interest in government and public service. Interns will perform various administrative tasks, as well as more substantial work from drafting constituent correspondence, to performing research for upcoming legislation. New York ties a plus, but not required. If you are interested please send an e-mail with your resume and a cover letter to email hidden; JavaScript is required.