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Internships
Congressional Internships are a valuable experience and an important resource to the function of Capitol Hill offices. The internship program can help sharpens one's interest in government - allowing him or her to apply knowledge already gained in the classroom. No matter which field you choose to pursue, internship experiences are an important foundation for a successful career.
Throughout the year, each of my offices conducts a thorough internship process. Our office works with each intern to design a program to meet his or her interests and needs, such as earning academic credit and/or working in a specific area of interest (i.e. military affairs, communications, community and economic development, etc.).
The program is a unique opportunity to receive practical experience in national affairs at the federal level. In a Senate office, the pace can be fast and students should be prepared to meet a new challenge every day!
Sincerely,
Rick Santorum
The Internship
The internship program is quite diverse. In the Washington office, interns have the opportunity to engage in the legislative and communications process. In the Pennsylvania offices, interns will have the opportunity to engage in constituent casework and community and economic development.
Among the typical duties that past and present interns have described:
- Drafting correspondence to constituents, various government agencies and government officials
- Researching legislation
- Observing Committee hearings
- Attending social informative events with staff members
- Assisting with constituent casework and press relations
- Working with local community and business leaders
- Attending press conferences
- Drafting press releases for distribution to Pennsylvania media
What a previous intern has to say about the program:
"The benefits gained from being an intern for Senator Santorum are vast. By applying my own political strengths and by learning all aspects of the federal government, I have sharpened my interests and assisted the people of Pennsylvania."
-- Lesley Albanese
Eligibility
Applicants for the Rick Santorum Senate Internship Program must meet the following criteria:
1. The applicant must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. (NOTE: preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled at the undergraduate or graduate level).
2. The applicant must be available to work at least two full days per week. (Four to five days per week is recommended).
3. The applicant must be available for an interview by phone or in person.
Application Process
Summer: April 1
Fall: July 15
Spring: November 15
*Applications must be received by these dates.
Applicants must complete the Rick Santorum Senate Internship Application Form, which is available in each office. To receive the application form, please contact the appropriate office (click here for a list of state office locations), by phone or post mail, or click here for an application you can download and send via U.S. mail. (You'll need Adobe Acrobat to view this file.)
With the application form, applicants must enclose:
1. A current resume.
2. Two writing samples, which display the applicant's ability to express himself/herself and to think critically.
3. A letter of recommendation from either a non-related local community, business, or cultural leader who knows the applicant personally; or an elected official who knows the applicant personally.
4. A letter of recommendation from an academic dean or faculty member.
5. A copy of the applicant's most recent transcript.
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