Internships

If you have ever had questions about the unique dynamics of the legislative process and the community responsibilities of a Member of Congress beyond what your textbooks were able to answer, an internship in the office of Congresswoman Louise Slaughter may be the perfect experience for you. First-hand experience in a Congressional office will provide you with an unparalleled knowledge and understanding in the development of public policy and governmental affairs. We offer Congressional internships in Washington, D.C., as well as in Rochester, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo.

As an intern in Congresswoman Slaughter's Washington D.C. office, you will draft letters to constituents, attend committee hearings, write summary briefs, research various issues for the legislative staff, and assist with office duties. Interns in the district offices work directly with the staff on issues involving constituent concerns and requests. In all offices, interns are given substantial responsibilities and are an integral part of the team.

We select college students and recent graduates to work as interns in the Washington, Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and Rochester offices. Priority is given to residents of the Rep. Slaughter's Congressional district, although all interested students are encouraged to apply. While my office does not have deadlines for internship applications, we encourage you to submit your Internship Application as soon as possible.

Financial Aid

Students in college and parents- please take a moment and act today to secure money for next year's college tuition! Its important that you apply as soon as possible. Federal Student Aid is awarded on an "as needed basis", and those who apply first have the best chance and securing financial assistance.

Below you will find an official resource guide to learn about all your options for financing higher education.

Download the official resource guide

You can also download step-by-step directions below on completing the FAFSA application.

Download directions to complete the 2012-2013 FAFSA.

Please act today!

Nomination to a United States Military Academy
Rep. Slaughter is able to nominate exceptional young men and woman who reside in her Congressional district to the United States Military Service Academies. 

Click here to download the nomination form and begin the process of applying to a military academy.

Below are links to military academy websites:

United States Air Force Academy

United States Naval Academy

United States Military Academy at West Point

United States Coast Guard Academy

United States Merchant Marine Academy

Congressional Arts Contest
All High School students in Rep. Slaughter's district are eligible to compete in the New York 28^th Congressional District High School Art Contest.