The Republican Majority staff of the Committee on Natural Resources in the U.S. House of Representatives is now accepting applications for unpaid, and possible paid, internships.  The Committee is currently seeking to fill positions for the Summer.  Responsibilities include: assisting Committee staff, supporting hearings, answering phones, greeting visitors, and research.  Interns will be assigned special projects as needed.  The ideal candidate will be motivated, mature, detail oriented and possess the ability to multi-task.  This is an excellent opportunity for a college student or recent graduate looking to gain experience working on Capitol Hill.  It is preferred that interns are able to work full time, from approximately 9:00am-5:30pm.  Candidates should attach their resume and paste the cover letter into the body of an email, and send it to gop_intern@mail.house.gov.

The office of Congressman Buck McKeon (CA 25), Chairman, of the House Armed Services Committee, is seeking unpaid Interns to fill positions for Summer/Fall 2012. Will need applicants to fill slots for August through December. Main responsibilities includeanswering phones, processing mail, drafting constituent correspondence letters, researching legislative issues, attending meetings/hearings as needed.  There will also be opportunities to attend receptions and seminars that interest you. Candidates should be self motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, and computer-literate. This is a great opportunity for college students seeking academic credit. Applicants must be able to make a minimum commitment of four days a week. California ties a plus, but not required. Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to Mimma Faudale at mimma.faudale@mail.house.gov.

Congressman J. Randy Forbes (R-VA) has an unpaid Press Internship position available for the 2012 summer session in his Washington, DC office. Duties will include writing, compiling morning clips, updating press lists, monitoring news coverage, social media and web site updates, answering incoming calls, and other general office tasks as assigned. Candidates should be professional, possess strong writing skills, and have a working understanding of the news cycle. Interns are an important part of the office and are given significant opportunities to learn and grow in a proactive, detail-oriented office. Please email a resume, cover letter and two writing samples to sergio.gor@mail.house.gov by Friday, May 25.  No phone calls please.

Rep. Xavier Becerra is looking for summer interns/fellows for his leadership office.  Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) assisting in providing constituency outreach support to Democratic Members of Congress and their staff, conducting research, extracting and formatting large quantities of data, writing detailed memos, attending relevant briefings and meetings, and assisting with team projects. Applicants should be motivated, detail-oriented, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to problem solve and multi-task. Experience or interest in social media is a plus. Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be either college seniors/graduate students receiving academic credit or congressional internship/fellowship program participants. The intern/fellow should be prepared to start working in late May or early June. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Eric Delaney at ViceChairBecerra@mail.house.gov.

Senator Lieberman’s Washington, DC office is seeking a full-time, unpaid Press Intern to assist a busy communications department beginning in June.  Responsibilities will include media monitoring, assembling daily press clippings, video editing, website maintenance, and other administrative duties.  Please submit a cover letter and resume to press@lieberman.senate.gov.  NO PHONE CALLS OR WALK-INS.

Indiana Congressman André Carson is seeking current college students or recent graduates wishing to gain Capitol Hill experience in a fast-paced office for a full-time or part-time Summer Semester Internship. 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 Indiana or the 7th Congressional District are strongly encouraged to apply. Please send a resume, cover letter detailing availability, two short writing samples and at least 2 references to: In07Internship@mail.house.gov.

Conservative Republican Congressman seeks interns; staggered start dates, positions available immediately. Start/stop dates are very flexible. Positions may involve constituent care and contact, press assignments, research/legislative assignments, giving tours of the Capitol, and assisting staff in a million incidental and unforeseeable ways. We try to match our needs to the Intern’s interests and aptitudes. Appointees will gain valuable experience in House functions and learn first-hand how the hippest and most dynamic office on The Hill operates. Conservatives with solid pro-life beliefs and strong work ethic will be a good fit. Candidates please send a letter of interest with resume, references, and some type of writing sample to HillInternship11@Gmail.com.

Senate Democratic Office seeks Legislative Affairs Intern to assist in operating office telephones, greeting office visitors, processing communication, aiding with office research, and creating and maintaining Excel databases. Applicants should  have strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Applicants must be able to start beginning in June, and should be available to continue through August. This position is unpaid. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221734 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Congressman Rob Woodall has an immediate full-time/part-time press internship available in his Washington, D.C., office. Ideal candidates should also be personable, energetic and proactive. Qualifications include strong writing skills, a fine attention to detail, and an ability to meet strict deadlines. The internship is unpaid. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format to woodallpress@gmail.com with “Press Internship” in the subject line.

Pennsylvania Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz is seeking current college students or recent graduates wishing to gain Capitol Hill experience in a fast-paced office for a full-time Summer Health Policy Internship. We are seeking motivated, organized, and reliable individuals to assist the health aide with day-to-day duties as well as other staff. Such duties include attending briefings, answering phones, 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 Pennsylvania or the 13th Congressional District are strongly encouraged to apply, but all are welcome to apply. Please send a resume, cover letter detailing availability, two short writing samples to resume13@mail.house.gov.

The office of Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) is seeking a full or part-time summer intern.  Current college students or recent graduates are preferred.  Candidates must have strong writing skills, the ability to conduct extensive research, and a high level of professionalism.  Duties include (but are not limited to) attending hearings and briefings, writing projects such as memos, reports, and correspondence, providing support for legislative staff, carrying out research projects, and administrative support.  Ohio ties are a plus but are not necessary.  Interested candidates should email resume, cover letter, and a brief writing sample to ohiointernship@gmail.com. Please include days and times available for internship.

College students or recent grads needed for an internship in a House Republican office (Washington, DC). This position needs to be filled immediately. Duties include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, conducting Capitol tours, and other tasks for office staff. Please send a cover letter and resume to tnhouseinternship@gmail.com.

Colorado Democratic Congressman Jared Polis is seeking unpaid interns to start immediately until the end of May, with potential to continue into the summer. We are looking for personable and hard working individuals who have a passion for politics. Job duties include answering phones, greeting guests, attending hearings and briefings, researching issues and assisting staff members and the Congressman with any tasks they may need. Preferred ties to Colorado, but not necessary. Please e-mail shad.murib@mail.house.gov with a resume, cover letter and availability.

Congressman Tom McClintock (CA-04) is looking for full or part-time summer 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 helping 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 to Chris.Tudor@mail.house.gov with “McClintock Internship 2012” as the subject line.

Moderate Midwestern Democrat is currently seeking both full and part time spring interns to start immediately for a short-term internship.  Prospective interns should have a love for politics and the legislative process, a desire to learn, and a willingness to work hard in this fast-paced office.  This is an unpaid internship that starts immediately and will conclude after two months.

Day to day intern responsibilities will include: drafting constituent correspondence, leading tours of the U.S. Capitol, answering phones, working with legislative staff on policy issue research and attending briefings and hearings.  Interns will work closely with legislative staff and will be given all the tools necessary to learn to become a congressional staffer by the end of the internship.

Please send a resume and writing sample to Frank.Pigulski@mail.house.gov.  No telephone calls or drop ins, please.

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks energetic candidate for an unpaid Press internship to assist press staff in fast-paced communications office. Duties include monitoring daily news and feeds, including relevant social media outlets; pitching stories to reporters; drafting press releases and letters; updating Web site; daily clips; and general press office support. Candidates must have excellent writing skills, be able to write quickly and accurately and have strong social media skills. Team-comes-first attitude and sense of humor are musts. Prior press or on-the-job writing experience desirable. Please email cover letter, resume and two writing samples to dempress2012@gmail.com.

The office of Congressman Dan Boren (OK-02) is seeking current college students or recent college graduates for an unpaid Spring Internship (April-June).  Duties will include, but are not limited to: answering phones, processing mail, researching legislative issues, drafting correspondence letters to constituents, attending hearings and briefings, and conducting tours of the Capitol. Ties to Oklahoma are preferred but not required.  If you are interested, e-mail a cover letter and resume to madison.melon@mail.house.gov with “Spring Internship 2012” in the subject line.

New Jersey Democratic Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06) seeks full time and part time unpaid interns available to start immediately until mid-May.  We are looking for personable, hard working and motivated individuals with excellent oral and written communication skills.  Job duties will include, but are not limited to: answering phones, assisting staffers with general administrative duties, attending briefings, and conducting congressional research.  New Jersey / East Coast ties are strongly preferred, but not necessary.  Please email a resume and cover letter to nj06interns@gmail.com, and please include your dates and times of availability.

The Majority staff of the Senate Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia is seeking current college students or recent college graduates for an unpaid administrative summer internship.  The jurisdiction of the Subcommittee includes federal workforce personnel systems, benefits, rights, and protections; management and efficiency of federal programs; national security staffing; the District of Columbia; and other issues. The administrative intern’s primary duties will focus on office support such as answering telephones, tracking news articles related to the Subcommittee’s work, and completing tasks assigned by Subcommittee staff.  Typical staff-assigned tasks include attending hearings, drafting memoranda, and summarizing reports.  The internship will offer individuals an opportunity to learn Senate procedure with a focus on the Committee process. Ideal candidates must be able to work at least 30 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks, as well as be professional, reliable, organized, and have strong interpersonal skills.  Although internships are unpaid, academic credit can be arranged if your institution allows it.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov with 221725 as the job referral number in the subject line.

Senator Mary Landrieu seeks an enthusiastic, professional college student or recent college grad for IMMEDIATE unpaid press internship for April and May to assist in aggressive and fast-paced press office. Tasks include compiling daily press clips, maintaining and updating press lists, drafting press releases and advisories and other tasks to keep a busy press office humming. Preference will be given to those from Louisiana and those who can commit to a fulltime internship. However, candidates from outside Louisiana are encouraged to apply. Experience with photography, design or graphic work is a plus. To apply, please e-mail cover letter, resume with references and one writing sample to media@landrieu.senate.gov.

Congressman Bill Cassidy is looking for a full or part time intern to begin immediately.  Candidate should be organized, responsible, and have good communication skills. Duties will include answering phones, sorting and distributing mail, running errands, and helping staff as necessary. No previous Hill experience necessary. All interested applicants should e-mail their cover letter and resume to taylor.ashy@mail.house.gov.

A moderate California Democrat is now accepting applications for internship positions available for Spring/Summer 2012. Specifically, the start date would be April 30th through at least June 8th. 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 and hearings, answering phones, sorting mail, drafting constituent correspondence letters, giving Capitol tours, doing legislative research, and various other tasks. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills, have the ability to multi-task, and have an interest in the legislative and governmental process. Interns will gain valuable Hill and office experience, as well as have access to many unique networking opportunities. California ties are preferred, but not required. Please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample to californiamoderate@gmail.com.

Congresswoman Linda Sanchez (CA-39) is currently accepting applications from current college students and recent graduates for unpaid press internship in Washington, DC, to begin in May for the summer term. Intern will be responsible for compiling press clips; helping answer reporter inquiries; organizing media events and press conferences; assisting with press releases and memos; conducting research; and assisting Communications Director with day-to-day operations in active press office. Successful applicants work well under pressure, possess excellent written and oral communications skills, have a good sense of humor, and are eager to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates need a basic understanding of government, knowledge of California, and interest in communications. If interested, please email cover letter, resume and references to ca39pressintern@yahoo.com.

A Republican Congressman from California is currently looking for unpaid to begin immediately and continue through May 30, 2012.  Daily duties include, but are not limited to: answering phones, distributing mail, conducting Capitol tours for constituents, attending hearings and briefings, and assisting legislative staff with various projects. Ideal candidates should possess excellent oral and written skills and be comfortable in a fast-paced working environment.  California ties are preferred, but not necessary.  If interested, please email a resume, cover letter, and list of references to resumeslhob@gmail.com.

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Congressman John D. Dingell (D-MI) is seeking full and part-time Congressional Interns for his Washington, DC office starting immediately.  This internship position will provide individuals with the opportunity to work in a fast-paced Congressional office held by the Dean of the House and a senior member of the Energy and Commerce Committee.  Duties include answering phones, responding to constituent mail, and assisting staff members with research and special projects.  Projects are tailored to interns’ interests and a concerted effort is made to ensure that students’ educational and professional goals are met. Interns will also gain the hands-on experience needed to land future legislative jobs on or off the Hill. There will also be frequent opportunities to attend legislative hearings and briefings of personal interest. The ideal candidate will be a college student or recent graduate who is motivated, detail orientated, and possess strong communication and writing skills.  Michigan ties are preferred, but not required.  The position is unpaid.  Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and an online application form (http://dingell.house.gov) to Greg Sunstrum, Intern Coordinator at greg.sunstrum@mail.house.gov.

Congressman John Garamendi (CA-10) is seeking a highly motivated intern to join his Washington, DC office as soon as possible. Candidates should be collegial, professional, quick learners, and phenomenal team players.  Strong oral and written communication skills and close attention to detail are imperative.

We are firmly committed to giving as much back to our interns as they give to us.  Duties include assisting staff with legislative and administrative projects, writing memos and talking points, attending hearings and meetings, answering constituent phone calls, leading tours of the US Capitol, assisting with scheduling, sorting and distributing mail, and managing tour and flag requests.

Interns also have the opportunity to pursue and develop their areas of interest as we work together as a team to achieve the goals of the office.  They are considered an integral part of the team and are given substantial opportunities to learn and grow. First-hand experience in Congressman Garamendi’s congressional office provides interns with an unparalleled knowledge and understanding of the development of public policy. Full-time candidates with California ties and previous internship/work experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample (no specific requirements, just something that you think best represents you) to Emily.Burns@mail.house.gov.

The office of Congressman Doug Lamborn has an immediate opening for internships in his Washington DC office. Duties include, but are not limited to: working with the Chief of Staff, Legislative Director and Legislative Aides in drafting constituent correspondence, attending congressional hearings and briefings, answering phones, sorting mail and conducting tours of the Capitol. If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Brandon Miller at brandon.miller@mail.house.gov indicating Internshipʺ in the subject line.

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-09) is looking for Summer interns for his Washington D.C. office, available to start in May.  Applicants should possess conservative values, be personable, and have strong writing skills.  Duties include performing administrative tasks, attending Congressional hearings, leading Capitol tours for constituents, and helping legislative staff with research on important projects. Interns will also have the opportunity to work on issues that interest him or her.  This position is great for Capitol Hill experience.  Start and end dates are negotiable and both part/full-time positions are available.  Interested applicants should send resume and brief cover letter summarizing their interest in working for Rep. Luetkemeyer to Kristina.Weger@mail.house.gov with “Summer Internship” as the subject.

Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA-05) is currently seeking applications for unpaid spring interns in the Washington, D.C. office. Duties include answering telephones, collecting constituent information, drafting correspondence, greeting visitors and performing tours. This is a great opportunity for college students and graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. Washington state ties are preferred but not required. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Michelle Creek at michelle.creek@mail.house.gov.

The Office of Congressman Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA) is seeking a full-time intern to begin immediately. Applicants must be driven and hold strong written and verbal communication skills. Duties include, but are not limited to, performing administrative tasks, attending Congressional hearings, leading Capitol tours, corresponding with constituents, and assisting the legislative staff with research. This is an unpaid internship position, but we are happy to work with the student to receive college credits. Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter indicating availability and duration of internship to Justin Ahn at justin.ahn@mail.house.gov.

Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid Spring and Summer 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 the spring and into the summer. 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 SchumerPressInternship@gmail.com.

Congressman J. Randy Forbes (R-VA) has an unpaid Press Internship position available for the 2012 summer session in his Washington, DC office, to begin in May 2012. Duties include assisting communications staff with daily press operations including listbuilding, drafting press releases, blog entries, and speeches, planning press conferences/events, and performing administrative tasks.   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. The ideal candidate will be a college or graduate school student with a background or interest in journalism or communications. Virginia ties preferred, but not necessary. Interested students should submit a cover letter and resume to VA04Interns@mail.house.gov with “Press Internship” in the subject line by Friday, March 30th.  No phone calls.

Congressman McClintock (CA-04) is looking for full or part time summer 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 helping 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 to Chris.Tudor@mail.house.gov with “2012 Summer Internship” as the subject line.

Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) is seeking highly-motivated, self-starting, and detail-orientated individuals for its spring internship program.  Main responsibilities include researching legislative issues; drafting floor statements, constituent correspondence letters, and press releases; answering phones; organizing the mail; covering Congressional hearings and briefings; providing general office support; and handling special projects as assigned. The internship is unpaid.  Work may qualify for academic credit, depending on the requisites of the college or university. Positions are currently available.  Please e-mail your cover letter, resume and short writing sample to Laure Fabrega at laure.fabrega@mail.house.gov.

Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-09) seeks a highly motivated, full-time Intern for spring 2012 who can start immediately. Interns are responsible for both administrative and legislative duties. Administrative tasks include assisting the staff assistant with answering phones, greeting visitors, sorting mail, entering data, and drafting correspondence. Legislative support includes performing research, drafting public statements, prepping materials for hearings, attending hearings and briefings, reaching out to agencies and other congressional offices, and a host of various special projects. Candidates should be professional and possess strong oral and written communication skills, an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and a good sense of humor. Ties to California’s 9th Congressional District are a plus but not required. Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter and resume to lee.internships@mail.house.gov.

Representative Bill Johnson (06-OH) is currently seeking 2012 spring interns for immediate hire. Responsibilities will mostly include, but are not limited to:  greeting guests in the front office, answering phones, giving Capitol tours, attending and summarizing hearings and/or briefings for legislative staff, and performing various administrative tasks. Ohio ties are preferred, but are not required.  The months of the internship may vary depending on the availability or school schedule of the applicant. If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to:  intern.oh06@gmail.com.

U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill’s (D-MO) Washington, D.C. office is seeking applicants for full- or part-time unpaid communications internships for Summer 2012.  Duties will include tracking press clips and traffic on social media networks, updating and maintaining press contact lists, writing short press releases, and assisting with the office’s day-to-day communications operation.  Applicants should have a strong interest in political communications, new media, or journalism.  Missouri ties are a plus.  Please send your resume and cover letter to anamarie_rebori@mccaskill.senate.gov by Tuesday, April 3.

The Washington, DC office of Congressman Timothy Bishop (D-NY) is currently seeking full time Interns for our summer program. Interns should be comfortable answering phones, giving capitol tours, sorting mail, and helping out the staff by attending hearings or briefings. Strong writing skills are necessary. Applicants should be hard working, intelligent, and enthusiastic. Long Island ties are a plus, but not required. Those interested should send a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample and also a six point list of hobbies, special skills and interests to ny01.internapplications@gmail.com.

The office of Congressman Bill Shuster (PA-09) is seeking full-time and part-time interns to join the Washington D.C. office for the winter and spring terms. Candidates should be a self-motivated, team player that is ready to work in a fast-paced environment. Duties include, but are not limited to: opening mail, answering phones, constituent correspondence, attending briefings, assisting with legislative research, and providing aid to staff-members with various projects. The ideal candidate will be a hard-working, detail oriented professional with strong oral and written communication skills. Pennsylvania and district ties are preferred, but not required. Although this position is unpaid, we will work with the student to fulfill requirements for school credit programs. Interested candidates should email PA09jobs@gmail.com with a resume and a cover letter indicating your prospective duration of the internship.

A Republican Congressman from Washington is seeking internship applicants to start immediately for the spring and summer term.  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.  Washington ties are a plus but not required. Qualified applicants should send their cover letter, resume and references to Colin.Swanson@mail.house.gov.

Congressman Wally Herger (R-CA) is currently seeking immediate internship help for the remainder of spring 2012 in his Washington DC office. The internship involves assisting with incoming mail, researching legislative issues, attending lectures and hearings, giving tours, working with legislative staff on special projects and assisting with other general office duties. 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 a rewarding Capitol Hill experience. Please email your cover letter and resume to herger.intern@gmail.com.

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The Office of Congressman Joe Barton is seeking qualified full time interns for the Summer semester. In addition to assisting staff with administrative duties, interns will have the opportunity to attend briefings, assist legislative staff with research and guide constituent tours. Texas ties are a plus. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to, jenny.howell@mail.house.gov. Please also include your dates of availability.

The office of Rep. Manzullo (IL‐16) is seeking interns immediately. We are flexible on start/end dates. We do not offer housing, but can provide information on some housing options in the area. Interns in our office will forge working relationships with staff and are able to interact with a Member of Congress. They perform administrative roles in the office,
but active, competent interns are often tasked with special projects, as well. Interested applicants should send a resume to loren.hoekstra@mail.house.gov.

Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-09) is looking for Spring and Summer interns for his Washington D.C. office, available to start immediately or in May.  Applicants should possess conservative values, be personable, and have strong writing skills.  Duties include performing administrative tasks, attending Congressional hearings, leading Capitol tours for constituents, and helping legislative staff with research on important projects. Interns will also have the opportunity to work on issues that interest him or her.  This position is great for Capitol Hill experience.  Start and end dates are negotiable and both part/full-time positions are available.  Interested applicants should send resume and brief cover letter summarizing their interest in working for Rep. Luetkemeyer to Kristina.Weger@mail.house.gov with “Summer Internship” as the subject.

Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-11) is accepting applications for Internship positions available for Spring/Summer 2012. This unpaid internship will provide valuable hands on experience in a Congressional office and a greater understanding of the legislative process. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, attending Congressional briefings, giving tours of the Capitol, responding to constituent inquiries, and helping to process tour and flag requests. Qualified applicants should possess a professional and courteous demeanor, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task, fastidious attention to detail, and interest in the legislative and governmental process. This is a great opportunity for college students and recent graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. All majors are encouraged to apply. California District 11 ties preferred, but not necessary. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover letter and a short writing sample to meghan.mullen@mail.house.gov with “Spring/Summer 2012 Internship” in the subject. Please also include dates of availability.

Majority office of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee is seeking a Press Intern.  The ideal candidate will have: excellent writing, researching, editing and time management skills, familiarity with social media strategies, as well as the ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment. Primary responsibilities include: assisting with monitoring news media/compiling daily press clips, maintaining press lists, drafting press materials, updating the Committee website, and supporting the Committee’s daily communications goals. Email cover letter and resume to JOBS@commerce.senate.gov with “Press Intern” in the subject line. 

Democratic Midwestern Senator’s office is seeking energetic, organized and politically driven college students and/or recent Bachelor degree graduates for unpaid internships starting immediately. This position provides exposure to the legislative process, while developing a strong understanding of how a congressional office operates. Intern responsibilities, include but not limited to, answering phones, leading tours, organizing constituent mail and the potential to assist legislative staff with research on a variety of issues. Interns will be encouraged to attend hearings and briefings to enhance their experience on Capitol Hill. Midwestern ties are preferred. Interested candidates please send a resume, cover letter and references to senateinterns@gmail.com.