I invite you to apply for unpaid internships in any of my offices. These highly competitive positions provide a unique learning experience for college students who have completed at least one year of school, to gain an insider’s view of the legislative process and the operations of a Congressional office. Interns play an important role in my Washington, D.C. and district offices. Duties include helping with general office work such as answering phones, opening mail, and sending faxes, and interns help communicate with constituents and handle basic constituent request.

In addition, I encourage interns to attend hearings, briefings, bill markups, and press conferences. Because I want the internship experience to provide intellectual challenge beyond typical intern duties, when possible, I assign interns special projects that allow them to research legislative initiatives for me and my staff. Interns also have the opportunity to shadow several staff members to gain an inside view of legislative and Congressional work. Limited intern positions are available during both the academic school year and the summer. Students are selected based upon their academic qualifications, work experience, and residency in Pennsylvania Fourth Congressional District. Although I accept applications from college freshmen and sophomores, preference will be given to juniors and seniors.

Ideal candidates should possess good oral and written communication skills, demonstrate knowledge of computer applications, and exhibit creativity and initiative. In general, applicants should be able to make a commitment of at least 10 weeks and have consistent availability throughout their internships. For summer internships a commitment of 10-12 weeks Monday-Friday is preferred. Applicants selected to proceed through the internship selection process should expect to have an interview, either by telephone or in person (depending on how close you live to the interviewing office.) If you are interested in applying to become a Congressional intern, please fill out the application (requires Adobe Acrobat) and return your completed application packet (including all additional requested materials) under the same cover to our office.

The following deadlines apply: Application Notification
Fall (Sept. – Dec.) July 15 August 15 Spring (Jan. – April) Nov 15 Dec. 15 Summer (May – Aug) April 1 May 1 If you have any questions please contact:

Internships on Washington, D.C. office:  Eddie Ambrose, Office of Congresswoman Hart 1024, Longworth House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515  Phone: (202-225-2565)

Internships in District offices: Cherith Brewer, Office of Congresswoman Hart 501 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City PA 16117 Phone: (724)-752-0490