The office of the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs accepts a limited number of internship and fellowship applicants each year. Successful applicants serve during spring (January-May), summer (May/June-August) and fall (September-December) terms.
The Chairman’s Office seeks individuals with specific interests in Indian education, tribal economic development, Indian land management, federal trust responsibility, Indian healthcare, Indian housing, and tribal law and order. Interns and fellows assist with legislative research projects, hearings and administrative tasks and gain firsthand knowledge on how a Senate Committee works to pass legislation and conducts oversight on federal agencies, programs and policy implementation. Though no specific major or program is required, a good academic record is a must. Applicants who can work full-time (40 hours/five days per week) are strongly preferred.
Given that Chairman Tester is from Montana, current and former Montana residents are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, three references and writing sample to resumes@indian.senate.gov or to the following address:
The Honorable Jon Tester
Chairman
U.S. Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
Attention: Intern Coordinator, Majority Staff
838 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
2014 Application Deadlines:
- Fall Semester applications due July 14, 2014
- Spring Semester applications due November 17, 2014
- Summer Semester applications due March 16, 2015
Please note that due to the amount of resumes we receive, the Committee is unable to respond individually to submissions. If Committee staff has any questions or needs further information they will contact you.
