Congresswoman Melissa Bean offers internships to qualified college students and graduates who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in a congressional office. Full and part-time unpaid internships are offered year-round in both the district office in Schaumburg, IL and the Washington, DC office.
In the Washington office, internships allow students to actively observe the legislative process while participating in the administrative operations of a congressional office. Intern responsibilities include attending hearings, researching legislative issues, responding to constituent inquiries, processing tour and flag requests, opening and routing incoming mail, giving tours of the Capitol, and performing general office duties.
In the Schaumburg office, interns will gain hands-on experience interacting with constituents, elected officials, and business and community leaders. Interns will communicate with state and federal agencies to address the concerns and alleviate the problems of residents of the Eighth District.
Terms and dates of internships are flexible to accommodate course credit requirements and quarter and semester students. College graduates, who are interested in pursuing professional opportunities in government-related fields, are also encouraged to apply. Due to the nature of the internship only those students who have completed two years of college credit may apply.
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Minimum Requirements:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- One letter of recommendation
- One page (no more than 250 words) essay on why you would like to intern for Congresswoman Melissa Bean.
Apply early and send required documents to the following addresses:
Intern Coordinator
1622 E Algonquin Road, Suite L
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Ph: 847-925-0265
Fax: 847-925-0288 |
Intern Coordinator
318 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Ph: 202-225-3711
Fax: 202-225-7830 |
For more information about internship opportunities, please consult the following websites.
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