Congressional Page Program

If you are interested in applying to be a Congressional page in the U.S. House of Representatives, please read the following information carefully. We are looking for candidates who have an interest in the legislative process and working in a team environment. Because of the limited number of page positions, not all Members can sponsor pages at the same time. I am currently accepting applications for fall of 2010. If you would like to be considered for a position, send a completed application explaining your interest, and qualifications to one of the appropriate address below.

What are the basic eligibility requirements?
Each applicant for a page position must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Age: Must be 16 years old, by the date beginning the page term
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen
• Academics: Must have a 3.0 GPA or above
• Residence: Must reside within the boundaries of our Congressional District

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What must be included in my application?
A complete application consists of the following items:

• Personal Data Form
• Parent/Guardian Information Form
• Extracurricular Activities/Work Experience Form
• Personal Statement
• Declaration of Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Consent Form
• Insurance Information Form
• School Report (submitted in a school-sealed envelope)
• Academic Teacher Recommendation (submitted in the same school-sealed envelope)
• Two Additional Letters of Recommendation
• Applicant and Parent(s)/Guardian(s) Certifications Form

*** Due to wide interest in the Page Program, only applications from constituents will be considered.

Please send completed file to the District Office closest to you:
Santa Barbara
301 E. Carrillo Street, Suite A
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 730-1710

San Luis Obispo
1411 Marsh Street, Suite 205
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: (805) 546-8348

Port Hueneme
2675 N. Ventura Road
Suite # 105
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Phone: 805-985-6807

The Page Program
While serving the House, Pages live in Washington D.C., at the Page Residence Hall, a few blocks away from the Capitol. Pages attend classes at the House Page School in the Library of Congress.

Pages assist play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of Congress by calling members to votes, acting as couriers, facilitating constituent services, answering phones in the Member cloakrooms, and preparing the House Floor for sessions.

Selection for the Page Program is highly competitive, and only high school sophomores and juniors may apply.

Once nominated, the student will receive a second packet of forms directly from the Page Program which must be filled out. The student also must pay for his/her own travel to and from Washington, D.C. However, students are paid a stipend for their work; after taxes, meals and dorm room fees, they take home around $800/month.

For additional information please visit:
http://pageprogram.house.gov/index.html