[il-talk] Fwd: Job Leads from U. S. Congress and Senate

Connie Davis connie.davis at rcn.com
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Connie


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    From: Romero, Tumia <Tumia.Romero at mail.house.gov>
    Date: Tue, Aug 7, 2012 at 6:28 PM
    Subject: Job Leads from U. S. Congress and Senate
    To: CITIZENS-PARTICIPATION-IL07 at ls1.house.gov

          MEMBER AND COMMITTEE VACANCY LISTING

                 Week of August 6, 2012

    MEM-080-12

    COMMUNICATIONS  DIRECTOR:  Progressive  California
    Member  seeks  Communications  Director  based  in
    Washington, DC office.   Responsibilities  include
    but are  not  limited to  developing  a  proactive
    media  and  outreach  strategy,    writing   press
    releases,  speeches,  and  op-eds,  and   pitching
    stories. They should also have experience with new
    media.   This is  not an  entry level  position.
    Previous Hill  experience  is required.    We  are
    looking  for  someone  to  be  proactive  and   to
    generate new ideas to  get the Member’s  message
    out.   California  ties   and  Spanish  speaker  a
    plus. Interested applicants should email a resume,
    cover  letter,  references  and  a  sample   press
    release  &  speech   to  lajobs12 at gmail.com   with
    “Communications Director” in the subject.

    MEM-068-12

    Senior  Democrat   seeks  an   experienced,   well
    organized Executive  Assistant/Scheduler  for  the
    Washington,  DC   Congressional  Office.   Primary
    duties include, but are  not limited to:  managing
    the Member’s  DC schedule;  taking care  of  all
    logistics associated with  the Member's travel  to
    and from DC and out of state; ensuring  compliance
    with  travel  disclosure  rules;  maintaining  the
    Member’s contact list,  and respond to  protocol
    mail.  The   ideal   candidate   should   have   a
    professional     demeanor,     possess      strong
    organizational skills,  be  detail  oriented,  and
    demonstrate  the  ability   to  multi-task   under
    pressure. In addition to having strong verbal  and
    written communication  skills,  a minimum  of  two
    years prior  scheduling experience  is  preferred.
    Salary is  commensurate  with  experience.  Please
    send    cover     letter     and     resume     to
    jobshouse2012 at gmail.com

    MEM-067-12

    The Energy and Commerce Committee Democratic staff
    seeks an organized,  energetic Staff Assistant  to
    help the communications team manage the website.
    Responsibilities include  helping  to  update  and
    maintain a user-friendly  website on a  day-to-day
    basis  as  well  as  implement  special  web-based
    projects.  Candidates  should have strong  ability
    to  organize  and  prioritize  tasks  and  possess
    excellent writing skills.     The ideal  candidate
    will be creative  and a  self-starter, with  sharp
    attention to  details.    Hill  experience is  not
    necessary, but a good  sense of humor and  ability
    to  work  under   short  deadlines  is   required.
    Experience with  HTML,  Drupal, or  other  content
    management systems is  a plus.   One to two  years
    related    experience    preferred.     Interested
    candidates should send  cover letter, resume,  and
    two writing samples to: EC.Resume at mail.house.gov

    MEM-061-12

    Senior New  York  Democrat  seeks  an  experienced
    communications  professional  to  serve  as  Press
    Secretary  in   DC   congressional   office.   The
    applicant must be a hardworking, self-starter  who
    possesses   excellent    written,    verbal    and
    interpersonal   skills.   Candidate   must    have
    experience with  on-record communications,  strong
    written and oral  communications skills  and be  a
    team  player.  Responsibilities  include  managing
    incoming press calls and press interview  requests
    along with  drafting and  editing press  releases,
    statements, quotes  and advisories.  Knowledge  of
    New  York  media  market  is  preferred  but   not
    required. The  position  is  not  entry-level  and
    requires three  to  five years  of  communications
    experience on the Hill.  Please e-mail resume  and
    cover letter to employ at mail.house.gov.

    MEM-057-12

    LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT– Senior Democratic  Member
    seeks Legislative Assistant. Position will develop
    and implement legislative initiatives, and monitor
    legislative developments within Committees and  on
    the  House   floor;  write   floor  speeches   and
    committee statements;  and  handle  meetings  with
    constituents and  interest  groups  on  behalf  of
    Member.   Portfolio  will include  education,  the
    federal  workforce,  the  Post  Office,   criminal
    justice, related Appropriations bills, and special
    projects  as  assigned.    Candidate  must  be   a
    self-starter and  a  creative  thinker,  and  must
    demonstrate attention  to detail  and  exceptional
    writing ability,  and  have  experience  with  the
    legislative process, preferably in a Congressional
    office.  An advanced degree in a related field  is
    also required (JD,  MA, etc.).   To apply,  please
    e-mail a cover  letter and resume  with the  words
    “Legislative Assistant” in the subject line to
    job_09 at live.com. Please paste the cover letter  in
    the body  of  the email.  Do  not send  the  cover
    letter as an attachment.

    MEM-056-12

    Defense/Military Legislative Assistant for  Senior
    Senator  -  Senior  Western  Democrat  is  seeking
    strong candidates for  very demanding  legislative
    position.  This  legislative  portfolio   includes
    several  issues  of   focus  including   military,
    defense, foreign  policy, veterans,  and  homeland
    security issues.  Other issues  of  responsibility
    include   disaster-emergency   services,    budget
    negotiations, and some  work with  appropriations.
    Responsibilities include, but are not limited  to,
    legislative   and   oversight    responsibilities,
    preparing memorandums, talking points,  developing
    and analyzing legislation, travel and  constituent
    work and advising  the Senator  and senior  staff.
    Strong   interpersonal,    written,    and    oral
    communication skills are  required. Previous  Hill
    experience  and  military   service  is   strongly
    preferred. Please send cover letter and resumes to
    WesternDemLA at gmail.com.

    MEM-052-12

    SCHEDULER:     CA   Progressive   Democrat   seeks
    scheduler for fast paced Washington, D.C. office.
    This person will be responsible for the Member’s
    daily and long-term schedule  in D.C. and work  in
    close coordination with  the district scheduler.
    Specific responsibilities  will  include  managing
    invites  and  scheduling   requests,  travel   and
    logistical  details,  acting   as  a  liaison   to
    constituent  groups,   handling   the   member’s
    personal correspondence,  and  various  additional
    administrative duties.This person  must be a  good
    writer,  discrete,  politically  savvy,  able   to
    multi-task, meticulously  organized, and  able  to
    quickly  solve  problems  in  a  fast-paced   work
    environment.    Candidate  should  be  comfortable
    dealing with a wide  variety of people.   Previous
    Capitol Hill scheduling  or scheduling  experience
    is strongly preferred.  A good sense of humor is a
    must. To  apply,  please email  cover  letter  and
    résumé  to  ca32.jobs at mail.house.gov.     Please
    include Scheduler in the  subject line.  No  phone
    calls or drop-ins please.

    MEM-050-12

    Active   House   Republican   seeks    experienced
    Scheduler. The main responsibility of the position
    is coordinating  the Member’s  Washington,  D.C.
    and district  schedules,  but  will  also  include
    other general office duties as required. Applicant
    must  be  able  to   successfully  operate  in   a
    fast-paced  environment,  multi-task  effectively,
    and adapt quickly. Strong attention to detail  and
    organizational skills  are a  must, along  with  a
    positive attitude.  This  is not  an  entry  level
    position  --   prior  scheduling   experience   is
    strongly preferred.  Qualified  applicants  should
    email   a    cover    letter   and    resume    to
    congressional.jobs at gmail.com with  “scheduler”
    in the subject line.

    MEM-049-12

    PRESS SECRETARY  -  Moderate  Southern  Democratic
    Senator  seeks  experienced  Hill   communications
    staffer with excellent writing and editing skills,
    new  media  proficiency,  honed  media   relations
    skills, event management experience and  strategic
    planning capacity.  He/she  will  write  speeches,
    press releases  and  advisories,  talking  points,
    briefing memos, newsletters, video scripts and Web
    content. Candidate  must  be able  to  operate  in
    fast-paced   environment,   travel   in-state   w/
    Senator, arrange interviews and prepare statements
    and re-acts on  short notice. This  communications
    staffer will arrange logistical details for  press
    conferences and  media  events. He/she  will  stay
    current on state  and legislative issues  relevant
    to Senator  and  build strong  relationships  with
    press. He/she  will report  to the  Communications
    Director and assist in developing and implementing
    communication strategy  for  the senator  and  the
    office’s legislative goals.  Candidates must  be
    able to write quickly  and accurately, and have  a
    proficiency in or  desire to  master varied  media
    tools, including a broadcast-quality video camera.
    Prior Hill or campaign press experience desirable.
    Please submit  resume  and writing  samples  (leg.
    policy press release, interview briefing memo  and
    longer       form        speech/remarks)        to
    senate_employment at saa.senate.gov  indicating   job
    referral number in the  subject line. Please  note
    that the office will  not accept any phone  calls,
    e-mails  or   walk-ins   with  respect   to   this
    announcement. This office is an equal  opportunity
    employer.

    MEM-041-12

    Southern    Republican    Congressman    on    the
    Appropriations Committee is seeking applicants for
    a  Legislative  Assistant  position.    Applicants
    should  have  previous  Hill  experience,  a  firm
    understanding   of   the   legislative    process,
    excellent writing skills, and strong attention  to
    detail.    The  position   will  manage  a   broad
    portfolio of issues.  Duties will include  writing
    constituent correspondence, preparing for hearings
    and mark-ups,  policy analysis,  and meeting  with
    stakeholders.     While   it  is   not   required,
    experience in health care  is a plus.   Interested
    applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and
    references to congressional.jobs at gmail.com.



               INTERNSHIP VACANCY LISTING

                 Week of August 6, 2012

    MEM-084-12

    Congressman  Mike   Honda’s   office   seeks   a
    progressive, full-time,  unpaid press  and  social
    (multi)media Intern  in his  Washington DC  office
    for fall 2012. This is a unique opportunity for  a
    passionate, creative and self-motivated person  to
    join  the  team  of   one  of  Congress’s   most
    prolific, progressive, and influential voices. The
    intern will serve as a critical member of the team
    helping brainstorm ideas, concepts, and  projects.
    Your  work  will  involve  exposure  to  national,
    state, and  local media,  particularly  advocating
    for   the   Congressman’s   policy   priorities.
    Responsibilities include, but are not limited  to:
    monitoring and  drafting outreach  statements  for
    the  Congressman’s  cutting  edge  social  media
    outlets; conceptualizing,  executing, and  editing
    viral videos  for the  web; working  on drafts  of
    press releases  and op-eds;  conducting  research;
    compiling press clips; brainstorming and  creating
    Web 2.0 content; and assisting the  Communications
    Director and  the Online  Communications  Director
    with the  daily  operations of  a  heavily  active
    progressive Member’s office. As a member of  the
    Budget and  Appropriations committees,  author  of
    the Congressional  Progressive Caucus’s  federal
    budget, and  Chair Emeritus  of the  Congressional
    Asian  Pacific  American  Caucus,  Rep.  Honda’s
    press operations are one of the most proactive and
    robust in  Congress.  Applicants  must  work  well
    under pressure, be technically proficient Web  2.0
    programming  languages;  have  a  strong   working
    knowledge of  creative  software  suites  such  as
    Adobe  Premiere,  Dreamweaver,  Photoshop   and/or
    other related software, have excellent written and
    oral communications skills, and strive to create a
    compelling narrative that  will resonate with  the
    public. Previous experience  in politics or  press
    are  not  required,  candidates  should  have   an
    understanding   of    the   federal    government,
    progressive  politics,  experience  using   social
    media, and  a  communications/writing  background.
    While   this    internship   is    dedicated    to
    communications, the  intern  will be  expected  to
    assist with front office duties such as  answering
    phones, sorting mail, greeting visitors, and other
    administrative tasks.  Candidates  with  CA-15  or
    California ties  are preferred.  Ideal  start-date
    will range  between  August  27^th  –  September
    17^th.  If interested,  please send cover  letter,
    resume  and  a   writing  sample   via  email   to
    Madeline.rose at mail.house.gov .

    MEM-083-12

    Immediate Internship Openings for  the Fall –  A
    Southern   Republican   Congressman   is   seeking
    applicants  for  an  unpaid  internship.  We   are
    looking for applicants that can start immediately.
    An  internship  in  the  office  will  provide   a
    valuable  hands-on   experience  and   a   greater
    understanding   of   the   legislative    process.
    Responsibilities   include   attending   hearings,
    researching specific issues, compiling information
    to respond  to  constituents  inquiries,  handling
    incoming mail  and  data  entry,  giving  visiting
    constituents tours of the Capitol, and  performing
    general office duties. Southern  ties are a  plus,
    but not  required.  Interested  candidates  should
    send   a    cover    letter    and    resume    to
    congressional.interns at gmail.com.  Please   include
    your dates of availability.

    MEM-082-12

    The  DC  Office  of  Representative  Jim  Langevin
    (RI-02)  is  seeking  personable,  dependable  and
    professional individuals  for full  and  part-time
    unpaid  Internships   beginning   in   August   or
    September. Responsibilities  include but  are  not
    limited to answering phones, processing mail,  and
    other administrative duties  as assigned, as  well
    as providing  support  to  press  and  legislative
    staff as  needed.  We also  encourage  interns  to
    attend  committee  hearings  and  briefings.   The
    ability to work  well and communicate  efficiently
    in a team environment  is essential. Rhode  Island
    ties are preferred.  Interested candidates  should
    email   a    cover    letter   and    resume    to
    internsRI02 at gmail.com.

    MEM-081-12

    Congressman Leonard  L.  Boswell (IA-03)  seeks  a
    motivated,   enthusiastic,   and   detail-oriented
    Intern for the fall of 2012 in his Washington,  DC
    office.  This   is   a   great   opportunity   for
    individuals who are  interested in learning  about
    the workings of Capitol  Hill and the  legislative
    process in  a  busy office.  The  internship  will
    provide exposure  to all  areas of  a  legislative
    office.  Responsibilities include: drafting  press
    releases,  weekly  columns,   and  other   writing
    projects  as  needed;  researching,  writing   and
    editing  responses  to  constituent  letters   and
    requests;  attending  hearings  and  briefings  on
    various issues;  and a  variety of  administrative
    tasks, including data-entry of constituent letters
    and front  office duties.  Applicant should  be  a
    self-starter with strong attention to detail,  the
    ability to  meet  tight  deadlines,  and  superior
    writing and organization skills. Applicants with a
    strong interest in  politics and  a connection  to
    Iowa will be given priority consideration.  Please
    note that this is  a full-time position  beginning
    on or  shortly after  August 20^th,  2012.  Please
    email  cover   letter,  resume,   one  letter   of
    recommendation, and two  short writing samples  to
    internllb at gmail.com.

    MEM-079-12

    Congressman  Lloyd  Doggett   (D-TX)  is   seeking
    Internship  applicants  for  his  Washington,   DC
    office for  Fall  2012. These  positions  offer  a
    unique opportunity to help respond to  individuals
    who need help with a federal problem, and to learn
    about broader  community  and  national  concerns.
    Interns assist staff with constituent services and
    legislative research.  If  you are  interested  in
    interning, email  sara.jordan at mail.house.gov  with
    your  resume  and  three  references,  a   writing
    sample, and advise  when you  would be  available.
    Candidates should have a  strong work ethic and  a
    positive attitude. Texas ties a plus.

    MEM-078-12

    The  House  Democratic  Caucus  offers   full-time
    Internships  year-round*,   based   on   immediate
    openings. Successful  applicants will  be  bright,
    highly motivated and have strong academic records,
    as well as an  interest in public policy.  Interns
    will  perform  a  variety   of  duties  that   are
    essential  to   the  Caucus.   These  range   from
    administrative duties such as answering phones and
    data entry, to assisting the staff in a variety of
    functions,    including    performing    research,
    attending briefings, and  preparing the  Caucus’
    many events.    Interns will  also  interact  with
    Members of Congress regularly, and are expected to
    uphold   the   Caucus’    high   standards    of
    conduct. Candidates must  be flexible and  capable
    of  working   in  an   unpredictable,   fast-paced
    environment. This is an unpaid internship.

    Eligibility: The  House  Democratic  Caucus  seeks
    full-time   interns,    only.       All    current
    undergraduates  and  recent   graduates  who   are
    available for a full-time position are  encouraged
    to apply. To  Apply: Please send  a cover  letter,
    resume,    and    brief    writing    sample    to
    house.democrat at gmail.com. *Must be  able to  start
    immediately.

    MEM-077-12

    Unpaid Intern- Congressman Bobby Schilling (IL-17)
    seeks   interns   available   immediately.   Daily
    activities  include   but  are   not  limited   to
    answering phones, distributing  and sorting  mail,
    greeting guests, entering constituent  information
    into IQ, giving tours, and assisting staff members
    with various assignments. The ideal candidate will
    have a strong interest in government and  politics
    and  needs  to  be  motivated,  dedicated  to  the
    office, friendly, personable,  and possess a  good
    sense of humor. Please send your resume and  cover
    letter    to    claire.repass at mail.house.gov     .
    Preference given to candidates with Illinois ties.
    Part time/ full time available.

    MEM-076-12

    Internship – Congressman Dave Loebsack is hiring
    fall interns  in  his Washington,  D.C.  office.
    Interns  are  responsible  for  answering  phones,
    sorting  mail  and  faxes,  giving  tours  of  the
    Capitol,   and    assisting    with    constituent
    correspondence.  Other tasks may include attending
    briefings  and  hearings,   letter  writing,   and
    assisting press staff.   Intern candidates  should
    be current or recent college students,  regardless
    of  major.    Although  internships  are   unpaid,
    exceptional candidates  may  be considered  for  a
    small stipend  after the  first month.   To  apply
    please email your  cover letter,  resume, a  short
    writing sample and a  letter of recommendation  to
    Loebsack.Internship at mail.house.gov.     No   phone
    calls or drop-ins please.

    MEM-074-12

    Congressman Jerry  McNerney (CA-11)  is  accepting
    applications for  Internship  positions  available
    for Fall 2012. This unpaid internship will provide
    valuable hands  on experience  in a  Congressional
    office  and   a  greater   understanding  of   the
    legislative   process.    Responsibilities    will
    include,  but  are   not  limited  to,   attending
    Congressional  briefings,  giving  tours  of   the
    Capitol, responding to constituent inquiries,  and
    helping  to  process   tour  and  flag   requests.
    Qualified applicants should possess a professional
    and courteous  demeanor,  excellent  communication
    skills,  the  ability  to  multi-task,  fastidious
    attention  to   detail,   and  interest   in   the
    legislative and  governmental process.  This is  a
    great opportunity for college students and  recent
    graduates seeking  Capitol  Hill  experience.  All
    majors  are   encouraged  to   apply.   California
    District 11  ties  preferred, but  not  necessary.
    Interested  applicants  should  e-mail  a  resume,
    cover  letter  and  a  short  writing  sample   to
    McNerneyInternships at mail.house.gov  with   “Fall
    2012 Internship”  in  the subject.  Please  also
    include dates of availability.

    MEM-073-12

    Congressman Steve  King is  looking to  fill  Fall
    Internship positions in his Washington, DC office.
    The  internship   will  end   in  December   2012.
    Applicants   should    be   committed,    pro-life
    conservatives with  strong writing  skills.  Ideal
    candidates will also  be personable  self-starters
    able to multi-task and  work well under  pressure.
    Iowa ties  are a  plus. Duties  include  answering
    phones,  sorting  mail,  leading  capitol   tours,
    drafting constituent mail and helping  legislative
    staff with research & writing projects. Interested
    candidates should send a  resume and cover  letter
    explaining   their   interest   in   working   for
    Congressman King  to  ia05.interns at gmail.com  with
    “Fall Internship” in the subject line.

    MEM-072-12

    The office of Congresswoman Diana DeGette  (CO-01)
    has openings for fall  semester full or  part-time
    unpaid Intern.  As  a  fast-paced  office  for  an
    active member  of  the Democratic  leadership,  we
    expect a lot from our interns and pride  ourselves
    on  an   excellent  internship   program.   Duties
    include, but are not limited to, answering phones,
    sorting  mailing,  attending  briefings,  drafting
    constituent    correspondence,    and    providing
    assistance to  the legislative  staff.  Applicants
    must have  excellent  writing  and  communications
    skills. We  can  only consider  applications  from
    currently  enrolled  students  (undergraduate   or
    graduate). Interested  applicants should  email  a
    cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample  to
    tommy.walker at mail.house.gov with the subject  line
    “Intern Application.”

    MEM-071-12

    Florida  Democrat   is  seeking   a   responsible,
    motivated,   and   outgoing   candidate   for   an
    Internship opportunity  in  their  Washington,  DC
    office.  Interns   are   expected   to   be   full
    participants in  the  office with  duties  ranging
    from answering phones  and administrative  support
    to  legislative  research  and  drafting  letters.
    Florida  residents  and  minorities  are  strongly
    encouraged to apply. Interested candidates  should
    forward their resume, cover letter, and any  other
    pertinent materials to FLdemInternship at gmail.com.

    MEM-070-12

    Fall Internship Opening: A Republican  Congressman
    from California  is currently  looking for  unpaid
    interns to begin in August. Daily duties  include,
    but  are   not  limited   to:  answering   phones,
    distributing mail,  conducting Capitol  tours  for
    constituents, attending  hearings  and  briefings,
    and  assisting  legislative  staff  with   various
    projects.   Ideal   candidates   should    possess
    excellent  oral   and   written  skills   and   be
    comfortable in a  fast-paced working  environment.
    California ties are preferred, but not  necessary.
    If  interested,  please  email  a  resume,   cover
    letter,    and    list     of    references     to
    resumeslhob at gmail.com.

    MEM-069-12

    The office of Congressman David Schweikert (AZ-05)
    is seeking  full-time Interns  for the  Fall  2012
    semester (mid-August  - December)  in  Washington,
    D.C.  Please   note  that   this  is   an   unpaid
    internship. The ideal candidate will be motivated,
    detail oriented  and able  to multi-task,  possess
    excellent communication skills  and interact  well
    with   constituents.   Responsibilities    include
    answering the phone, giving  tours of the  Capitol
    and  assisting  with  constituent  correspondence.
    Arizona ties  are  preferred,  but  not  required.
    Interested candidates should email a cover  letter
    and resume to az05internship at gmail.com with  "Fall
    Internship Applicant" in  the email subject  line.
    For priority  consideration,  please  submit  your
    application  materials   by   July   15th,   2012.
    Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis.

    MEM-066-12

    The Washington, DC office of Congresswoman  Louise
    Slaughter  (D-NY)  is  offering  fall   Internship
    opportunities starting in August 2012.  While  the
    position is  unpaid,  the office  will  work  with
    universities to accommodate applicants wishing  to
    earn academic  credit.   First-hand experience  in
    her congressional office will provide interns with
    an unparalleled knowledge and understanding of the
    development  of  public  policy  and  governmental
    affairs. It will also offer a unique insight  into
    the   legislative   process   and    parliamentary
    procedure,  as  she  is  Ranking  Member  of   the
    Committee  on   Rules.     The   Rules   Committee
    determines the parameters of debate for all  major
    legislation before  it can  be considered  on  the
    House Floor,  including  which amendments  can  be
    offered. Intern responsibilities include  drafting
    letters  to   constituents,  attending   committee
    hearings,  writing  summary  briefs,   researching
    various  issues  for  the  legislative  staff  and
    assisting with additional office duties.   Interns
    are an integral  part of  the team  and are  given
    substantial opportunities to learn  and grow in  a
    fast-paced and  active  office.    Internships  in
    Congresswoman  Slaughter’s   office   are   also
    supplemented  with   staff-led   career   oriented
    luncheons  to  discuss   strategies  for   finding
    employment after  graduation.   Interns will  also
    have the  opportunity  to  learn  more  about  the
    executive agencies and some of Washington’s most
    fascinating attractions  through  office-organized
    tours. Applicants  should e-mail  a cover  letter,
    resume, writing sample, and list of references  to
    Benjamin                Schultz                 at
    NY28.InternApplications at mail.house.gov.  Please do
    not hesitate to  contact Benjamin at  202-225-3615
    with any questions.

    MEM-065-12

    The Office of Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-FL)  is
    seeking Interns for the 2012 Fall semester in  his
    Washington,  D.C.   office.      Duties   include:
    providing general  constituent services  including
    answering phone calls, sorting mail, and recording
    opinions  on   legislative   matters;   conducting
    research for  staff  members  on  various  issues;
    working with  the  legislative  team  in  drafting
    constituent correspondence; any other duties  that
    may be assigned.  Florida ties are preferred,  but
    not required.  The internship  weekly schedule  is
    flexible but requires  at least 15  hours a  week.
    Interested applicants  should e-mail  a resume  to
    Victoria Hunter at  Victoria.hunter at mail.house.gov
     with     “Fall     Internship”     as     the
    subject.   Please  note  that  the  internship  is
    unpaid and housing is not provided.

    MEM-062-12

    The  House  Democratic  Caucus  offers   full-time
    Internships   year-round,   based   on   immediate
    openings. Successful  applicants will  be  bright,
    highly motivated and have strong academic records,
    as well as an  interest in public policy.  Interns
    will  perform  a  variety   of  duties  that   are
    essential  to   the  Caucus.   These  range   from
    administrative duties such as answering phones and
    data entry, to assisting the staff in a variety of
    functions,    including    performing    research,
    attending briefings, and  preparing the  Caucus’
    many events.    Interns will  also  interact  with
    Members of Congress regularly, and are expected to
    uphold the  Caucus’ high  standards of  conduct.
    Candidates must be flexible and capable of working
    in an unpredictable, fast-paced environment.

    Eligibility: The  House  Democratic  Caucus  seeks
    full-time   interns,    only.       All    current
    undergraduates  and  recent   graduates  who   are
    available for a full-time position are  encouraged
    to apply. To  Apply: Please send  a cover  letter,
    resume,    and    brief    writing    sample    to
    house.democrat at gmail.com   Must be  able to  start
    immediately.

    MEM-059-12

    Democratic  CBC   Member  of   Congress  seeks   a
    responsible,  focused,   and   organized   Intern.
    Positions are  available starting  in August,  and
    applications  will  be  considered  on  a  rolling
    basis. Although internships are unpaid  positions,
    interns are treated  as full  participants in  the
    Congressional office. Duties will include, but are
    not limited to: answering phones, processing mail,
    researching issues,  drafting correspondence,  and
    attending hearings and briefings. Current students
    are especially  encouraged to  apply. If  you  are
    interested, e-mail  a  cover letter,  resume,  and
    short  writing   sample   to   Taylor   Share   at
    Taylor.Share at mail.house.gov.

    MEM-055-12

    The Washington, D.C. Office of U.S. Representative
    Dave Camp (R-MI) is seeking diligent, enthusiastic
    and organized  undergraduate students  for  unpaid
    legislative  internships  during  the  2012   fall
    semester. These positions provide exposure to  the
    legislative   process    while    developing    an
    understanding  of  how   a  congressional   office
    operates. Intern responsibilities include, but are
    not  limited  to:  constituent  tours,  organizing
    constituent mail, administrative duties, attending
    briefings, assisting  with special  projects,  and
    the potential  to  assist legislative  staff  with
    research on  various  issues. Interns  will  start
    late August with full-time availability;  Michigan
    ties are strongly preferred. If interested, please
    send cover letter, resume, two writing samples and
    letters of recommendation to Harry Gillen,  Intern
    Coordinator,  at  (202)   225-9679  or  email   at
    harry.gillen at mail.house.gov. For more  information
    on Congressman  Dave  Camp and  Michigan’s  4^th
    Congressional District, please  visit our  website
    at www.camp.house.gov.

    MEM-048-12

    Majority House Committee is seeking  undergraduate
    and graduate unpaid Interns for the upcoming  fall
    semester.   Candidates    must    be    energetic,
    hard-working, and be able to work in a  fast-paced
    environment.     Interns     will     have     the
    responsibilities  of  providing  legislative   and
    general administrative support and other duties as
    assigned. Interns will  be given opportunities  to
    engage in  substantive work,  attend hearings  and
    educational briefings, and will in all regards  be
    treated as  an integral  member of  the  full-time
    staff. To  apply  please  submit  an  application,
    resume, and one page essay  which can be found  at
    www.waysandmeans.house.gov

    MEM-046-12

    Natural   Resources   Chairman   Congressman   Doc
    Hastings is  looking for  full time,  unpaid  fall
    Interns for his  personal office. Internships  can
    start late  July –  early  August and  can  last
    through  the  end  of  December.  Interns  in  the
    Washington, D.C.  office will  be responsible  for
    assisting with general office duties,  legislative
    staff with research and writing, and responding to
    constituent mail.  Interns will  be encouraged  to
    attend    hearings,    briefings,    and     other
    Congressional proceedings.  Additional duties  are
    available and  will be  assigned according  to  an
    intern’s interest  and ability.  Must be  highly
    motivated, self-starter, detail oriented,  possess
    excellent organizational and communication skills,
    a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and  will
    have the  ability to  manage multiple  tasks on  a
    deadline. Please email resume and cover letter  to
    annick.miller at mail.house.gov with “Internship”
    in the email subject line. No phone calls please.

    MEM-044-12

    The  Washington,  DC  office  of  Congressman  Tim
    Bishop is  currently  seeking full  time  Interns.
    Interested applicants should posses strong written
    and verbal  communication skills;  enthusiasm  and
    energy; and a keen  interest in politics,  history
    and   government.   Please   send   inquiries   to
    NY01.internapplications at gmail.com.

    MEM-036-12

    Conservative Republican from Michigan seeks unpaid
    Interns to fill positions in Washington, DC office
    for Summer and Fall 2012. Will need applicants  to
    fill  slots  for  August  through  September   and
    September  through   December.  This   opportunity
    provides exposure to the legislative process while
    developing an understanding of how a congressional
    office operates.  Main  responsibilities  include,
    but  are  not   limited  to:  constituent   tours,
    organizing   constituent   mail,    administrative
    duties,  attending   briefings,   assisting   with
    special projects,  and  the  potential  to  assist
    legislative staff with research on various issues.
    Candidates should be self-motivated, enthusiastic,
    flexible, and computer-literate.  This is a  great
    opportunity for college students seeking  academic
    credit. Michigan  ties are  a must.  Please  email
    your cover letter  and resume to  Katie Toskey  at
    katie.toskey at mail.house.gov.

    MEM-033-12

    Rep. Lynn  C.  Woolsey [CA-06]  is  now  accepting
    applications for  full or  part time  Fall  unpaid
    Interns  in  her  Washington,  D.C.  office.  This
    position  provides  exposure  to  the  legislative
    process while developing a strong understanding of
    how  a  Congressional   office  operates.   Intern
    responsibilities include answering phones, leading
    tours of the Capitol, opening and sorting mail and
    faxes, and  the  potential to  assist  legislative
    staff with research  and correspondence.  Ideally,
    we would like a three-month commitment,  beginning
    in   August   or    September   and   ending    in
    November-December.       Applicants   should    be
    energetic,   committed    and    have    excellent
    communication skills. California ties are a  plus!
     Please send  your  resume  and  cover  letter  to
    jean.fundakowski at mail.house.gov.

    MEM-029-12

    The office  of Congressman  Buck McKeon  (CA  25),
    Chairman, of the  House Armed Services  Committee,
    is seeking unpaid  Interns to  fill positions  for
    Summer/Fall 2012.  Will  need applicants  to  fill
    slots   for   August   through   December.    Main
    responsibilities  include      answering   phones,
    processing     mail,     drafting      constituent
    correspondence  letters,  researching  legislative
    issues, attending  meetings/hearings as  needed.
    There  will  also   be  opportunities  to   attend
    receptions  and   seminars  that   interest   you.
    Candidates should be self-motivated, enthusiastic,
    flexible, and computer-literate.  This is a  great
    opportunity for college students seeking  academic
    credit. Applicants must be able to make a  minimum
    commitment of four days a week. California ties  a
    plus, but not required.  Please e-mail your  cover
    letter   and   resume   to   Mimma   Faudale    at
    mimma.faudale at mail.house.gov

    MEM-025-12

    UNPAID   INTERNSHIPS:   Conservative    Republican
    Congressman seeks interns; staggered start  dates,
    positions available immediately. Start/stop  dates
    are   very   flexible.   Positions   may   involve
    constituent care and  contact, press  assignments,
    research/legislative assignments, giving tours  of
    the Capitol,  and  assisting staff  in  a  million
    incidental and unforeseeable ways. We try to match
    our needs to the Intern's interests and aptitudes.
    Appointees will gain valuable experience in  House
    functions and learn first-hand how the hippest and
    most  dynamic   office  on   The  Hill   operates.
    Conservatives  with  solid  pro-life  beliefs  and
    strong work ethic will  be a good fit.  Candidates
    please send  a  letter of  interest  with  resume,
    references, and  some type  of writing  sample  to
    HillInternship11 at Gmail.com.







    Ms. Tumia  (Tiama) Romero

    Office of Congressman Danny K. Davis

    Deputy Chief of Staff

    2746 W. Madison

    Chicago, IL 60612

    773-533-7520

    773-533-0883 (fax)

    tumia.romero at mail.house.gov

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