Internships

Internships provide a wonderful opportunity for qualified college students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in a Congressional Office and learn more about the legislative process. Full and part-time UNPAID internships are available to exceptional candidates year-round in both my Washington, D.C. Office and my District Office in Wilson, N.C. during the following terms:

• Spring       (February – May)

• Summer    (May – August)

• Fall           (September – December)  

Unfortunately, my offices cannot provide financial assistance for housing and living expenses. These internships are intended to be educational experiences and my staff will help you obtain academic credit for interning, if needed.

Washington, D.C. Internships

Interns in my Washington, D.C. Office see the legislative process firsthand and participate in daily administrative operations of the office. They assist my staff with constituent services and policy research and are encouraged to attend hearings, lectures, and seminars available in Congress and around Capitol Hill.

Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Meeting and greeting visitors
   
• Opening and distributing incoming mail to appropriate staff members
   
• Answering constituent phone calls, emails, and faxes
   
• Assisting with the processing of constituent tour and flag requests
   
• Attending legislative hearings and meetings and drafting memos for staff
   
• Researching policy issues and drafting correspondence on diverse topics
   
• Providing support and assistance to the legislative staff
   
• Transporting documents and materials to other Congressional Offices

District Office (Wilson, N.C.) Internships

Interns in my District Office in Wilson, N.C. gain hands-on experience interacting with residents of the First District, state and local elected officials, and business and community leaders. They assist staff and communicate with state and federal agencies to address constituent concerns and problems.

Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Meeting and greeting visitors
   
• Answering constituent phone calls, emails, and faxes
   
• Providing support and assistance to the office staff
   
• Helping to organize meetings with local community leaders and constituents
   
• Contacting federal and state agencies to gather information and help address constituent concerns

Application Process

To apply for an internship in the Offices of Congressman G. K. Butterfield, please submit the following items to the appropriate office by the deadline listed below:

• Application Package

• Cover Letter which explains why you want to intern in my office, highlights relevant coursework or experience, and indicates whether you would like to intern in the spring, summer, or fall.

• Resume

• One page writing sample

• Transcript

• Contact information for two academic/professional references

Deadlines (complete application package must be postmarked by):

• Spring – January 15th
   
• Summer  – April 15th
   
• Fall – July 15th

Application should be sent to:

For internships in Washington, D.C.:         

Via mail:     NC-01 Washington Internship
                          Office of Congressman G. K. Butterfield
                    2305 Rayburn House Office Building
                    Washington, DC  20515

Via e-mail:    gkbintern@mail.house.gov

For internships in the District Office (Wilson, N.C.):    

Via mail:     NC-01 District Office Internship
                         Office of Congressman G. K. Butterfield
                   216 N.E. Nash Street – Suite B
                   Wilson, NC  27893

Via e-mail:  gkbintern@mail.house.gov                      

Questions

If you have questions about internships or the application process in either of my offices, please contact:

Internships in Washington, D.C.        

Jeremy House
202.225.3101
Jeremy.House@mail.house.gov

Internships in District Office (Wilson, N.C.)

Ray Rogers
252.237.9816
Ray.Rogers@mail.house.gov  

Internships with other Federal Agencies

For information about internships with other Federal Agencies, go to:

http://www.usajobs.gov/studentjobs/

http://www.students.gov

White House Internships

For information about White House internships, go to:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/Internships

Current or former residents/students from North Carolina are encouraged to apply.