WHO CAN APPLY?
College students with Political Science majors, or those interested in government, are encouraged to apply. Applicants need not be from the 8th District.
WHAT KIND OF INTERNSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE?
Part-time and full-time internships are available throughout the year. Internships during the school year last a full semester. Summer internships are also available. Course credit may be available through your school.
WHERE ARE INTERNSHIPS OFFERED?
Internships are available in all three offices -- West Chester, Troy, and Washington, DC.
WHAT ACTIVITIES DOES AN INTERN PERFORM?
Interns in the Washington office work closely with the professional staff on a variety of legislative projects and are also assigned some clerical tasks. Responsibilities include attending hearings, preparing legislative reports, researching specific issues and compiling information to respond to constituents inquiries, helping process the tour and flag requests, handling incoming mail and data entry, giving visiting constituents tours of the Capitol, and performing general office duties. Interns in the district office concentrate on researching constituent inquiries for information and helping to deal with federal agencies. Some clerical work is also expected.
WHERE DO INTERNS LIVE?
Several universities in the Washington area offer housing for interns during the summer. Rental apartments are also available in the surrounding area.
HOW DO INTERNS APPLY?
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a resume, the names of 2-3 references, and an essay - no more than one page in length - on why you would like to intern for Congressman Boehner. Submit all application materials to:
Representative John Boehner
Attn: Intern Coordinator
1011 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-6205
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