Internships

Congressman Snyder's internship program is designed primarily for the educational benefit of the participant. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about the role of Congress and its Members in the American political system and the operation of a Congressional office. Positions are available to qualified individuals during the summer months as well as other times of the year.

Some paid positions are available during the summer. Students wishing to receive academic credit may participate during the school year or the summer. Deadline for submitting summer internship applications is March 14, 2009.

Interns may work out a schedule to spend various amounts of time working in the District Office, located in the Prospect Building at 1501 North University in Little Rock, or in the Washington, D.C., office, located in the Longworth House Office Building, Room 1330. Regular office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in the District Office and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Washington Office.

In addition to these hours, events are often planned or occur on weekends and during the evenings. While weekends and evenings are not required, they are often very beneficial for the overall internship experience.

Qualifications for interns include:

• Ability to work independently
• Diligence in completing tasks
• Ability to communicate and work with others
• Prompt and punctual attendance

Interns perform a variety of tasks including:

• Answering constituent requests by phone and mail
• Assisting with preparation of briefings for the Congressman
• Maintaining files for the Congressman on various topics
• Researching items of concern to the Congressman and constituents
• General clerical tasks

Interested persons should click on the following link for an application or contact Congressman Snyder's office at either of the following addresses:

Washington, D.C. Office
1330 Longworth House Office Bldg,
Washington D.C. 20515
Phone: 202-225-2506 Fax: 202-225-5903

2nd District Office in Arkansas
1501 N. University, Ste. 150
Little Rock, AR 72207
Phone: 501-324-5941 Fax: 501-324-6029

Internship Application

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