Internship Opportunities

Congressman Guthrie is pleased to offer internships to qualified college students or college graduates in our district office and in Washington, DC.  The purpose of these unpaid internships is to educate students to the workings of the U.S. House of Representatives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

While intern responsibilities vary with assignment, primary duties include providing constituent services to callers, assisting staff with research, attending hearings and briefings, and performing administrative duties.  Interns have the opportunity to participate firsthand in the functions of the federal government, gaining valuable experience not learned in the classroom. Intern projects vary in size and scope and can range from legislation to press to constituent services.

While priority is given to constituents of Kentucky’s Second District, all candidates that submit completed applications will be considered. Successful candidates must demonstrate a pleasant office demeanor, the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced atmosphere, and the desire to learn about the legislative branch.

Internship programs are offered in the fall and spring semesters, as well during the summer. Scheduling varies based on office and season. Deadlines for each semester are below.

Deadline for spring 2015 applications:  Saturday, November 15, 2014

If you are interested in serving as an intern Congressman Guthrie’s office, please download the application.  If you have questions or need additional information please contact our Intern Coordinator in the Washington, DC office at (202) 225-3501.

Download Congressman Guthrie's internship application.

Congressman Brett Guthrie and Travis Strickler, of Bowling Green, Ky., on the Speaker's Balcony. Travis interned for Congressman Guthrie during the summer of 2014  and currently attends Amherst College in Massachusetts. (July 2014)