Internships
Thank you for your interest in working as an intern in my office. The purpose of our internship program is to provide young people a hands-on learning experience in the field of public service. An internship is an excellent way to learn about the processes and procedures of the United States Congress.
Interns build professional relationships and gain practical work experience by undertaking a variety of administrative and legislative responsibilities in the office.
A Congressional Intern will do several administrative tasks include answering phones, data entry, opening and directing incoming mail in addition to giving visiting constituents tours, and assisting with special projects. The legislative tasks include researching constituent requests, attending Congressional hearings and meetings, writing memos, and learning the legislative process.
There is no formal application deadline and the office accepts interns on a year-round fall, spring, and summer semester basis. Keep in mind that office space is limited and the earlier your application is submitted the better. Internships are unpaid, but arrangements should be made for the student to receive credit for their internship through their school or university.
To apply for an internship in the Washington, D.C. office please call Abdul Henderson at (202) 225-7084 or fax your resume and cover letter with proposed starting and ending dates to (202) 225-2422, Attn: Abdul Henderson, Intern Coordinator.
Find more information on being an intern in Washington, D.C.
To apply for an internship in the Los Angeles office please call James Koopman at (323) 965-1422 or fax your resume and cover letter with proposed starting and ending dates to (323) 965-1113, Attn: James Koopman, Intern Coordinator.