Washington D.C. Internship Opportunities

I know many college students are either required or encouraged to do an internship at some point during their undergraduate study. I believe internships are a great way for students to learn how to step out of school and be successful in a full-time working environment. I am urging all college-aged students in Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District to apply for the spring 2012 internship in my Washington D.C. congressional office.

Working as an intern in the U.S. House of Representatives offers many great learning experiences. Students who intern in my office will learn about the federal government and how a congressional office is run. They will assist staff members with general administrative tasks, accompany staffers in committee meetings and events and also give Capitol tours to third congressional district constituents. Interns will also assist staff with legislative or constituent projects. In addition, many colleges offer class credit for the student’s internship.

The application deadline for the spring 2012 session is Monday, November 21, 2011. The internship will run from January 2012 until the end of the student’s spring semester. Students from Oklahoma’s Third Congressional District who are available Monday through Friday during their spring 2012 semester are preferred. To apply, please complete the internship application found at www.house.gov/lucas/internships.shtml, and email it to Chelsea.barnett@mail.house.gov, along with your resume, a cover letter and two letters of recommendation. If you have further questions, please contact Chelsea Barnett in my Washington D.C. office at (202) 225-5565.

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