The Internship Series. The Congressional Internship Book

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1 The Internship Series

2 The Internship Series For the Common Good: Internships with Social and Community Service Agencies Internships with America s Advertising Agencies Internships in International Affairs Internships with America s Top Companies The Big Green Internship Book: Internships and Summer Jobs for the Environment - Internships with the 113 th Congress The History Internship Book The Human Rights Internship Book The Media Internship Book The Resort Internship Book The Sports Internship Book The Women s Rights Internship Book Washington Internships in Law and Policy The Museum Internship Book The Law School Series FedLaw: Legal Internships with Federal Agencies For the Prosecution-Internships with America s Prosecutors Legal Services Internships GreenLaw - Legal Internships with Public Interest & Environmental Organizations The City/County Attorney Internship Book Copyright 2011, CEI Internships, Cana, VA. All rights reserved. No Portion of this volume may be reproduced in any fashion without express permission from the publisher. Permission requests may be made by writing CEI Internships, 368 Slick Rock Trail, Cana, VA or by calling

3 Table of Contents Alabama Office of Senator Jeff Sessions...1 Office of Congressman Robert B. Aderholt...2 Office of Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell...3 Arizona Office of Congressman Trent Franks...4 Office of the Honorable Jeff Flake...5 Office of the Honorable Raul Grijaiva...6 Office of the Honorable John Boozman...7 Arkansas Office of Congressman Rick Crawford...8 Office of Congressman Steve Womack...9 California Office of Senator Barbara Boxer...10 Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein...11 Office of Representative Ami Bera...12 Office of the Honorable Barbara Lee...13 Office of Congresswoman Jackie Speier...14 Office of the Honorable Anna G. Eshoo...15 Office of the Honorable Sam Farr...16 Office of Congressman Devin Nunes...17 Office of the Honorable Lois Capps...18 Office of the Honorable Brad Sherman...19 Office of the Honorable Howard P. McKeon...20 Office of Congressman Adam Schiff...21 Office of Congressman Lucille Roybal-Allard...22 Office of the Honorable Grace Napolitano...23 Office of Congressman Gary Miller...24 Office of the Honorable Ken Calvert...25 Office of the Honorable Dana Rohrabacher...26 Office of the Honorable Loretta Sanchez...27 Office of the Honorable Darrell Issa...28 Office of the Honorable Duncan Hunter...29 Office of Representative Susan A. Davis...30 Office of Congressman Tom McClintock...31 Colorado Office of the Honorable Diana DeGette...32 Office of Congressman Ed Perlmutter...33

4 Connecticut Office of Congressman Joe Courtney...34 Office of the Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro...35 Florida Office of Congresswoman Brown Congressman John Mica...37 Office of the Honorable Michael Bilirakis...38 Office of Congresswoman Kathy Castor...39 Office of Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen...40 Office of the Honorable Diaz-Balart...41 Office of Congressman Vern Buchanan...42 Office of Congressman Alcee L. Hastings...43 Office of Congressman Dennis Ross...44 Georgia Office of Senator Johnny Isakson...45 Office of Congressman Thomas Price...46 Office of the Honorable Phil Gingrey...47 Illinois Office of the Honorable Daniel W. Lipinski...48 Office of Congressman Peter Roskam...49 Office of the Honorable Danny K. Davis...50 Office of Senator Mark Steven Kirk...51 Office of Congressman Brad Schneider Office of Congressman William Enyart...53 Office of the Honorable John Shimkus...54 Office of Congressman Randy Hultgren...55 Iowa Office of Senator Charles E. Grassley...56 Office of Senator Tom Harkin...57 Office of Congressman Bruce Braley...58 Office of Congressman Dave Loebsack...59 Office of Representative Steve King...60 Kansas Senator Pat Roberts...61 Office of Senator Jerry Moran...62 Representative Tim Huelskamp...63 Kentucky Office of Senator Mitch McConnell...64 Office of the Honorable Ed Whitfield...65

5 Louisiana Office of Senator David Vitter...66 Office of Rodney Alexander...67 Office of Congressman Charles Boustany...68 Representative Steve Scalise...69 Representative John Fleming...70 Maine Office of Congressman Michael Michaud...71 Maryland Office of Congressman John K. Delaney...72 Office of Congresswoman Donna Edwards...73 Office of Senator Ben Cardin...74 Office of Congressman Steny Hoyer...75 Massachusetts Office of the Honorable James McGovern...76 Office of the Honorable John F. Tierney...77 The Honorable Stephen F. Lynch...78 Michigan Office of Senator Carl Levin...79 Office of Senator Debbie Stabenow...80 Office of the Honorable Fred Upton...81 Office of the Honorable Sander M. Levin...82 Office of the Honorable John Conyers Jr Office of the Honorable John D. Dingell...84 Office of the Honorable Bill Huizenga...85 Minnesota Office of the Honorable Betty McCollum...86 Office of Congresswoman Michele Bachmann...87 Missouri Office of the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson...88 Montana Office of Senator Max S. Baucus...89 Nebraska Office of Senator Mike Johanns...90 Office of the Honorable Lee Terry...91 New Jersey Office of Senator Robert Menendez...92 Office of the Honorable Rob Andrews...93 Office of the Honorable Scott Garrett...94 Office of the Honorable Frank Pallone, Jr Office of the Honorable Bill Pascrell...96 Office of Congressman Donald M. Payne...97

6 Office of the Honorable Rodney Frelinghuysen...98 Representative Rush Holt...99 Representative Jon Runyan New York Office of Senator Charles E. Schumer Office of Congressman Tim Bishop Office of the Honorable Peter T. King Office of the Honorable Carolyn McCarthy Office of the Honorable Nydia M. Vela'zquez Office of the Honorable Carolyn B. Maloney Office of the Honorable Charles Rangel Office of the Honorable Jose' E. Serrano Office of the Honoable Eliot L. Engel Office of the Honorable Louise M. Slaughter Office of the Honorable Paul D. Tonko Office of the Honorable Richard Hanna North Carolina Office of Senator Richard Burr Office of the Honorable David Price Office of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx Office of the Honorable Howard Coble Office of Congressman Mike Mcintyre Ohio Office of the Honorable Michael Turner Office of Congressman Robert Latta Office of Congresswoman Marcia Fudge Office of Congressman Pat Tiberi Office of Congressman James Renacci Office of Congressman Bill Johnson Oklahoma Senator James M. Inhofe Oregon Office of Senator Ron Wyden Office of Congressman Greg Walden Office of the Honorable Peter A. DeFazio Pennsylvania Representative Chaka Fattah Office of Congressman Jim Gerlach Office of Congressman Charles Dent Office of the Honorable Joe Pitts Office of Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz Rhode Island Office of Senator Jack Reed Representative David Cicilline...134

7 South Carolina Representative Joe Wilson Office of the Honorable James E. Clyburn South Dakota Office of Senator Tim Johnson Office of Senator John Thune Tennessee Office of Senator Lamar Alexander Office of the Honorable Jim Cooper Representative Diane Black Texas Office of Senator John Cornyn Office of the Honorable Sam Johnson Office of the Honorable Joe Barton Office of the Honorable John Culberson Office of the Honorable Kevin Brady Office of Congressman Michael McCaul Office of the Honorable Kay Granger Office of the Honorable Ruben Hinojosa Office of the Honorable Lamar Smith Office of Congressman Pete Olsen Office of the Honorable Kenny Marchant Office of Congressman Pete Sessions Utah Office of Senator Orrin G. Hatch Office of the Honorable Jim Matheson Virgin Islands Representative Donna Christensen Virginia Office of Congressman Rob Wittman Office of the Honorable Robert W. Goodlatte Office of the Honorable Eric Cantor Office of the Honorable Frank R. Wolf Washington Office of the Honorable Doc Hastings Office of the Honorable Jim McDermott Office of the Honorable Adam Smith West Virginia Office of Senator John D. Rockefeller IV Office of the Honorable Nick Rahall...165

8 Wisconsin Office of the Honorable Ron Kind Office of Congresswoman Gwen Moore Office of the Honorable Thomas Petri Office of Congressman Reid Ribble Wyoming Office of Senator Mike Enzi Office of Senator John Barasso...171

9 Office of Senator Jeff Sessions State: Alabama District: 0 Contact Person: Mrs. Clay Hand Intern Coordinator Office of Senator Jeff Sessions United States Senate Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Armed Services; Health Education, Labor and Pensions; Joint Economic; and Judiciary Committee Internship Description: This program is structured with emphasis placed on the educational aspects of Capitol Hill and is designed to give students an opportunity to view the workings of a legislative office. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: All majors considered. Fall: Spring: Summer: X X $1250 Fall: Spring: Summer: February 6 Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Official application from website Media Relations X Policy Research For district internships contact: Michelle Tim Vance Federal Building th Avenue North Birmingham, AL

10 Office of Congressman Robert B. Aderholt State: Alabama District: 4 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Congressman Robert B. Aderholt 1433 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations Committee Internship Description: Interns are exposed to various aspects of a Congressional office, including legislation, press relations, and public service. X Majors Preferred: All majors are encouraged to apply X $500/month Fall: August Spring: November Summer: April Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X X Policy Research For district internships contact: Contact Tiffany Noel in the DC office for internships in the following District Offices: Cullman, AL; Gadsden, AL; and Jasper, AL. Additional Information: Stipend is available for those students not receiving academic credit. 2

11 Office of Representative Terri A. Sewell State: AL District: 7th Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Chastity Threadcraft, Internship Coordinator 1133 Longworth HOB Washington, DC Phone: Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the US Congress. Undergraduates X Law Students X Graduate Students Students from District Only? Not mandatory, but preferred. Majors Preferred: All majors welcome No Fall: early-mid Aug. Spring: early-mid Dec. Summer: mid-late April Cover Letter X Resume X Writing Sample X References Transcript X Other Media Relations X Internships are also available in this member s district offices: Yes For district internships contact: Chasseny Lewis District Director Two 20 th St. N, Suite 1130, Birmingham, AL Phone:

12 Office of Congressman Trent Franks State: Arizona District: 2 Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of Congressman Trent Franks 1237 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Armed Services, Judiciary Internship Description: In Washington, internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for college students only. In Washington, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and Legislative Staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: All considered Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Cover Letter: X Writing Sample: Transcript: Media Relations Resume: X References: Other: For district internships contact: District Representative, 7121 West Bell Road Suite 200, Glendale, AZ

13 Office of the Honorable Jeff Flake State: Arizona District: 6 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Jeff Flake 424 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: International Relations, Judiciary, Resources Internship Description: X Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: June Spring: November Summer: March Cover Letter: Resume: X Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: X Other: Media Relations Constituent Services Policy Research For district internships contact: Mike Haller S. Stapay Suite 245 Mesa, AZ

14 Office of the Honorable Raul Grijaiva State: Arizona District: 7 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Ms. Alyssa Adams Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Raul Grijaiva 1440 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Education and Labor, Natural Resources, Small Business Internship Description: Interns play an integral role in the Congressman's office and are offered the opportunity to learn a variety of skills and will be exposed to an array of policy issues. Majors Preferred: All majors considered No Fall: July Spring: November Summer: March Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: X Other: Media Relations X Constituent Services For district internships contact: Contact District Office at

15 Office of the Honorable John Boozman State: Arkansas District: 3 Contact Person: Ms. Shohrae Dejbakhsh Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable John Boozman 1519 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Foreign Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans Affairs Internship Description: Majors Preferred: Liberal Arts, but all accepted. Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X For district internships contact: Stacey McClure, Fayetteville, AR

16 Office of Representative Rick Crawford State: AR District: 1 Bridget Nutt, Staff Assistant 1408 LHOB Washington, DC Phone: Website: Internship Description: Interns responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff. Undergraduates X (Juniors and Seniors only) Law Students Graduate Students Students from District X (District/State) Majors Preferred: Students should have an interest in government service and/or political science. No Fall August 1 Spring January 1 Summer April 15 Cover Letter X Resume X Writing Sample References Transcript Other Media Relations X Policy Research For district internships contact: Rebekah Shackelford, 2300 E. Highland Dr. Ste. 300, Jonesboro, AR Additional Information - Interns will need to arrange for their own housing before agreeing to commit to the internship. A good source to start looking is 8

17 Office of Representative Steve Womack State: AR District: 3 Contact Person: Amanda Ladder-Shirley Longworth 1508 Washington, DC Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the legislative process and working congressional office. Interns will assist with constituent services, legislative research, and administrative duties. Interns will also have the opportunity to explore the Washington, DC area. Undergraduates X Law Students summer only. Graduate Students X Summer only from District - Undergraduates in Majors Preferred: Communications, Policy, Political Science, Law, Government, History, English. (2 sessions) No Fall: July 30 Spring: November 30 Summer: April 8 Cover Letter X Resume X Writing Sample X References X Transcript X Other Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: DC office 9

18 Office of Senator Barbara Boxer State: California District: 0 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Barbara Camille Intern Coordinator Office of Senator Barbara Boxer 112 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Commerce, Foreign Relations, Environment and Public Works Committee, Internship Description: Duties include assistance with correspondence and constituent requests, research, attending and summarizing hearings, briefings, and resource material for legislative staff, assistance with distribution of press materials, taking constituent calls, etc. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: Political Science, International or National Relations, History, Communications, Law, etc. Fall: July 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: March 1 Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Application form available on line Media Relations X X For district internships contact: State Office Contacts on line at 10

19 Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein State: California District: 0 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein 331 Senate Hart Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations Committee, Judiciary Committee, Rules Committee, Select Committee on Intelligence Internship Description: An internship in Senator Dianne Feinstein's office offers an opportunity to have direct involvement with the federal government. There are internships both in Washington and California. X X Majors Preferred: All majors considered. Fall: July 19 Spring: Feb 28 Summer: March 23 Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Application form on website Media Relations X X X For district internships contact: Offices Addresses: 1130 O Street Suite 2446 Fresno, CA ; Santa Monica Boulevard Suite 915 Los Angeles, CA Additional Information: ; 750 B Street Suite 1030 San Deigo, CA ; One Post Street Suite 2450 San Francisco, CA

20 Office of Representative Ami Bera State: CA District: 07 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Erin Fyffe Scheduler/Dir. Of Operations 1408 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Interns will be asked to answer phones, research legislation for the member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters. X Graduate Students: Prefer students from the representative s state only? Preferred, but all are welcome to apply. Majors Preferred: Political science, International Affairs, Health & Science related Fall: July 15th Spring: Nov. 15th Summer: April 15th Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Administrative Support Media Relations Services Research Legislative Research Constituent Policy Correspondence Internships are also available in this member s district offices: Yes For district internships contact: Additional Information: 12

21 Office of the Honorable Barbara Lee State: California District: 9 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Barbara Lee 426 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations, Foreign Affairs Internship Description: Interns help in all areas of the Representative's office including administrative work. X Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: May Spring: Summer: February Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: Julie Hadnot, Office of the Honorable Barbara Lee, 1301 Clay Street, Suite 1000, N Oakland, CA

22 Office of Representative Jackie Speier State: CA District: 14 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Kate Brennan Scheduler/EA/Intern Coordinator 211 Cannon House Office Bldg. Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: All majors accepted Prefer students from same state only? No No Fall: July 31 Spring: Dec. 1 Summer: April 1 Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Administrative Support Media Relations Research Constituent Services Research Legislative Research Regulatory Policy For district internships contact: Contact Mark Nagales Additional Information: 14

23 Office of the Honorable Anna G. Eshoo State: California District: 14 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Anna G. Eshoo 205 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Energy and Commerce, Committee on Intelligence Internship Description: Interns work in a variety of areas including constituent services and correspondence with government agencies. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: All majors are welcome to apply. Fall: June Spring: February Summer: April Cover Letter: X Resume: X Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Print application on line. Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: Patty Kim 698 Emerson Street Palo Alto, CA

24 Office of the Honorable Sam Farr State: California District: 17 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Ms. Kendra Hill Staff Assistant Office of the Honorable Sam Farr 1126 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: House Appropriations Committee Internship Description: The internships in this office are designed to include substantial work experience in order to provide the invaluable opportunities to see how Capitol Hill really works. Besides answering calls and distributing mail, their interns support the staff by doing research on current federal policy and issues, and helping respond to constituent inquiries. There is no set deadline for applications. X X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Liberal Arts Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X For district internships contact: Bertha Munoz, 100 West Alisal Street, Salinas CA

25 Office of the Honorable Devin Nunes State: California District: 21 Contact Person: Ms. Jennifer Morrow Office Manager Office of the Honorable Devin Nunes 1013 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Ways and Means Committee Internship Description: Semester or quarter long internships are available for students interested in learning more about Congress and the federal government. They prefer students from or with a connection to California. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Government, Liberal Arts X $500 month Fall: June Spring: November Summer: February Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: Melissa Mederos, 113 N. Church Street #208, Visalia, CA 93291,

26 Office of the Honorable Lois Capps State: California District: 23 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Lindsey Lauver Staff Assistant Office of the Honorable Lois Capps 1110 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Energy and Commerce, Natural Resources Internship Description: X Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: July Spring: October Summer: November Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: 3 letters of recommendation Media Relations X For district internships contact: Senaida Bautista, Santa Barbara District Office, 1216 State Street, Suite 403, Santa Barbara, CA

27 Office of the Honorable Brad Sherman State: California District: 24 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Mr. Marc Korman Legislative Assistant Office of the Honorable Brad Sherman 2242 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Foreign Affairs; Financial Services Committee, Judiciary Committee Internship Description: Majors Preferred: Political Science, Public Affairs, etc. Fall: June 30 Spring: Dec. 30 Summer: March 30 Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: 5000 Van Nuys Boulevard Suite 420, Sherman Oaks CA

28 Office of the Honorable Howard P. McKeon State: California District: 25 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Howard P. McKeon 2184 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Education and Labor Committee Internship Description: Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: Anyone interested in politics or any of McKeon's committees. Fall: August 11 Spring: April 11 Summer: Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X X Policy Research X For district internships contact: Sue Soffa 1008 W. Avenue M-14, Suite E-1 Palmdale, CA or Beth Lehtihalme Valencia Blvd Suite 410 Santa Clarita, CA

29 Office of Congressman Adam Schiff State: California District: 29 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of Congressman Adam Schiff 2447 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations, Judiciary Internship Description: Interns are an essential part of the Congressman's office as they deal with constituents on the phone and in person on a regular basis. Students attend Congressional hearings, briefings and assist with correspondence and administrative support duties. Majors Preferred: All majors welcome Fall: August 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: April Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Application on website Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: Contact District Office at

30 Office of the Honorable Lucille Roybal-Allard State: California District: 34 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Mr. Mario Meza Office/Systems Manager Office of the Honorable Lucille Roybal-Allard 2330 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations Internship Description: Internships in this office are very flexible and offered during all times of the year full or part time. Interns experience a wide variety of activities including research, writing constituent responses, and attending briefings/hearings. X Majors Preferred: Political or other Social Sciences, Journalism Fall: mid-august Spring: December 1 Summer: Late April Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: X Other: Media Relations X Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Ana Figueroa-Davis 255 East Temple Suite 1860 Los Angeles, CA

31 Office of the Honorable Grace Napolitano State: California District: 38 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of the Honorable Grace Napolitano 1610 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure Internship Description: Qualified interns are accepted year round to do legislative and administrative office work. X X Majors Preferred: Political Science, All majors are considered. Fall: August 1 Spring: Jan 1 Summer: May 1 Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Elena Jimmenez, E. Telegraph Road, Suite 100, Santa Fe Springs, CA

32 Office of Congressman Gary Miller State: California District: 42 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Congressman Gary Miller 2349 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Financial Services, Transportation and Infrastructure Internship Description: Interning in a congressional office is a great way to learn firsthand the legislative process and how our government works. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: Any Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations Policy Research Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: 24

33 Office of Congressman Ken Calvert State: California District: 44 Contact Person: Ms. Kate Sartain Intern Coordinator Office of Congressman Ken Calvert 2201 Rayburn Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations Committee Internship Description: An intern provides basic assistance to the staff by opening and directing mail, answering and directing telephone inquiries and running errands. Interns are also encouraged to participate in the legislative process by attending Congressional Research Service classes and legislative briefings, doing research, and assisting with constituent service. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Fall: Early Spring: Early Summer: Early Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: Intern Coordinator, 3400 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Riverside CA

34 Office of the Honorable Dana Rohrabacher State: California District: 46 Contact Person: Ms. Krissy Rodriguiez Executive Assistant Office of the Honorable Dana Rohrabacher 2300 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Foreign Affairs; Committee on Science and Technology Internship Description: Interns handle reception duties, constituent mail and s. Interns also attend hearings and meetings. X Majors Preferred: All majors ae considered. Fall: August 1 Spring: November 1 Summer: April 1 Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Application Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: Julie Goldpoint 101 Main Street Suite 380 Huntington Beach, CA website: 26

35 Office of the Honorable Loretta Sanchez State: California District: 47 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Rosaiea A. Orozco Staff Assistant/Internship Coordinator Office of the Honorable Loretta Sanchez 1114 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Armed Services; and Homeland Security. Internship Description: X X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Law, Public Policy, International Affairs, Social Sciences, Humanities, Business, Communications, Media Relations, etc. Fall: Ongoing Spring: Ongoing Summer: Ongoing Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X X For district internships contact: Laura Martinez, Casework Supervisor Lewis Street Suite 101 Garden Grove, CA /Fax

36 Office of the Honorable Darrell Issa State: California District: 49 Contact Person: Mr. David Tebbe Legislative Assistant Office of the Honorable Darrell Issa 2347 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Oversight and Government Reform, Judiciary Internship Description: Interns are exposed to the full range of the legislative process. Interns attend hearings and meetings and perform major research projects. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, English, Economics, International Relations, Communications Fall: August Spring: January Summer: April Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: Contact: Maria Mercardante, 1800 Thibule Road, Suite 310, Vista, CA Additional Information: 28

37 Office of the Honorable Duncan Hunter State: California District: 52 Contact Person: Mr. Jack Burke Legislative Correspondent Office of the Honorable Duncan Hunter 1429 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: House Committee on Armed Services, Education and Labor Internship Description: The intern program offers an exciting mix of administrative tasks, research and other special projects which compliment the intern's desire to understand and participate in the U.S. Federal Government. Applicants must be from California. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X For district internships contact: Cal Willahan 366 South Pierce Street El Cajon, CA Additional Information: 29

38 Office of Representative Susan A. Davis State: California District: 53 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Mr. Mike McLaughlin Staff Assistant/Legislative Correspondent Office of Representative Susan A. Davis 1526 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Armed Services, Education and Labor, Committee on Administration Internship Description: Interns are exposed to all phases of the operation of a Capitol Hill office. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Any major may participate No Fall: July Spring: February Summer: March Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations Legislative Research Policy Research For district internships contact: Rita Fernandez 2700 Adams Ave. Ste. 102, San Diego, CA Additional Information: 30

39 Office of Congressman Tom McClintock State: CA District: 4 Contact Person: Chris Tudor, Scheduler/Intern Coordinator 428 Cannon House Office Bldg. Washington, DC Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Our office works with students to fulfill college requirements and offers student an internship in a learning environment where they will maintain constituent contact, research issue areas and aid the office in any way possible. Undergraduates X Law Students X Graduate Students X Students from District Majors Preferred: Government/Political Science, Economics, and/or Environment Studies, but is not limited to just those majors. No Fall July 31 Spring November 31 Summer March 31 Cover Letter X Resume X Writing Sample References Transcript Other Media Relations Correspondence For district internships contact: Norman Gonzales, 4230 Douglas Blvd., Suite 200, Granite Bay, CA Additional Information 31

40 Office of the Honorable Diana DeGette State: Colorado District: 1 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Jamie Lockhart Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Diana DeGette 235 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Energy and Commerce. Internship Description: Interns give tours of the Capitol, attend legislative hearings, write policy memo, assist with correspondence and more. Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: to jamie.lockhart@mail.house.gov. Also state desired starting date for internship. Media Relations X X For district internships contact: Karly Malpiede Internship Coordinator, Honorable Diana DeGette, Denver District Office 600 Grant Street, Suite 202 Denver, CO Additional Information: 32

41 Office of Congressman Ed Perlmutter State: Colorado District: 7 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Haley Nicholson Staff Assistant Office of Congressman Ed Perlmutter 415 Cannon Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Rules Committee, Financial Services Committee Internship Description: X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Economics, Pre-Law Fall: July Spring: November Summer: March Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X X X For district internships contact: Suzette Davis-Hudson West Colfax Ave, Suite B-400, Lakewood, CO

42 Office of Congressman Joe Courtney State: Connecticut District: 2 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Congressman Joe Courtney 215 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Education and Labor Committee and House Armed Services Committee Internship Description: By assisting the Congressman's district staff, interns have the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge about how a Congressional office provides constituent services and interacts with the community. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: Political Science, English, Government Fall: August 1 Spring: December 1 Summer: April 1 Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Additional Information: 34

43 Office of the Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro State: Connecticut District: 3 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro 2262 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations and Budget Internship Description: Internships combine administrative and legislative work. Interns are involved in all aspects of the office including press, correspondence, and legislative research, in addition to providing general staff support and constituent services. Applicants should have an ability to work in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent writing skills and an enthusiastic attitude. Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: July 31 Spring: Nov 31 Summer: March 31 Cover Letter: Resume: X Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Complete application available at Media Relations For district internships contact: Stanley Welch (203) Elm Street New Haven, CT

44 Office of Congresswoman Corrine Brown State: Florida District: 5 Contact Person: Ms. Carol Beck Internship Coordinator Office of Congresswoman Corrine Brown 414 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Financial Services, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security Internship Description: Interns gain work experience as well as a general education with the legislative process. Interns are expected to do office work, research and writing X X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Public Policy Fall: August Spring: January Summer: May 1 Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X Constituent Services Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Additional Information: 36

45 Congressman John Mica State: Florida District: 7 Contact Person: Ms. Alicia Melvin Staff Assistant Congressman John Mica 2313 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Government Reform, Transportation and Infrastructure, Internship Description: Credit or non-credit interns are welcome. Interns work with legislative assistants on research, correspondence and administrative duties. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: All majors are considered Fall: August Spring: December Summer: March Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations Policy Research Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Additional Information: 37

46 Office of the Honorable Michael Bilirakis State: Florida District: 9 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Michael Bilirakis 1124 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Homeland Security, Veteran's Affairs, Foreign Affairs Internship Description: Interns will gain an enhanced awareness of the American political system and the workings of the United States Congress through "hands-on" experience in a congressional office. Interns will be given the opportunity to fully participate in office operations. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Government, Political Science, History, English, Computer Science, All majors are considered. Fall: July 1 Spring: January 1 Summer: April 1 Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X Constituent Services Correspondence For district internships contact: Contact Sonja Stefanadis by phone at

47 Office of Congresswoman Kathy Castor State: Florida District: 11 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Congresswoman Kathy Castor 517 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Committee Assignments: Energy and Commerce Internship Description: X Majors Preferred: Anyone interested in the legislative process Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Application on website Media Relations X X X For district internships contact: Intern Coordinator, 4144 N. Armenia Avenue suite 500, Tampa, FL Additional Information: 39

48 Office of Congresswoman Ileanna Ros-Lehtinen State: Florida District: 18 Contact Person: Ms. Robin Marks Intern Coordinator Office of Congresswoman Ileanna Ros-Lehtinen 2470 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Foreign Affairs Internship Description: Majors Preferred: International Relations, Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Application available on line to Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: Application available on line to Additional Information: 40

49 Office of the Honorable Diaz-Balart State: Florida District: 21 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Diaz-Balart 2244 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Rules Committee, Foreign Affairs, Policy Internship Description: Interns experience an insight into the Congressional process and assist with tours, administrative duties and assist staff with special projects. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Open to all majors. Fall: July Spring: November Summer: April Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Print Application on website Media Relations For district internships contact: Gloria Amov in Miami Office

50 Office of Congressman Vern Buchanan State: FL District: 13 Contact Person: Christina Aiuto, Staff Assistant 221 Cannon HOB Phone: Washington, DC Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: X Prefer students from Florida Majors Preferred: All are accepted No Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Cover Letter: Resume: X Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Administrative Support: X Legislative Research: X Media Relations: : Constituent Services: X Policy Research: : Correspondence: X For district internships contact: Please call the Sarasota office at Additional Information 42

51 Office of Congressman Alcee L. Hastings State: FL District: 23 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Laure Fabrega, Legislative Assistant 2353 Rayburn House Office Bldg. Phone: Washington, DC Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Intern duties include: legislative research, writing official documents, managing constituent mail, organizing events, administrative support, covering hearings and briefings, handling special projects as assigned. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Communications, International Relations - however, all majors will be considered. No Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling Cover Letter: X (Addressed to Laure Fabrega) Writing Sample: X Transcript: Resume: X References: Other: Administrative Support: X Media Relations: X Constituent Services: X : X Legislative Research: X : Policy Research: X Correspondence: X For district internships contact: Hedy Goldberg - Ft. Lauderdale: Dan Liftman - West Palm Beach: Additional Information 43

52 Office of Representative Dennis Ross State: FL District: 12 Contact Person: Elise Gately, Legislative Analyst 404 Cannon HOB Phone: Washington, DC Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Provides an opportunity for students to learn about each aspect of working in a Capitol Hill office. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, International Affairs No Fall: September 1 Spring: January 5 Summer: May 15 Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Administrative Support: X Legislative Research: X Media Relations: : Constituent Services: X Policy Research: X : Correspondence: X For district internships contact: Lakeland Office - (863)

53 Office of Senator Johnny Isakson State: Georgia District: 0 Contact Person: Ms. Katy McEver Internship Coordinator Office of Senator Johnny Isakson 120 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Environment and Public Works, Small Business, Veterans Affairs, Health, Education, Labor and pensions, Foreign Relations Internship Description: The internship program provides students with an overview of the operations of a Senate office with an emphasis on legislation and constituent service X X Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: May Spring: October 15 Summer: February 1 Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Contact State Office at One Overton Park, 3625 Cumberland Boulevard, Suite 970, Atlanta, GA Media Relations X X X For district internships contact: Contact state office Additional Information: 45

54 Office of Representative Thomas Price, MD State: GA District: 6th Contact Person: Amanda Street, Staff Assistant 100 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Website: Committee Assignments: Internship Description: Graduate Students: Prefer students from the representative s state only? Majors Preferred: Political Science, Communications, Business No Fall: July 1st Spring: Nov. 1st Summer: March 1st Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations Services Correspondence Constituent Policy Research Internships are also available in this member s district offices: Yes For district internships contact: Tina McIntosh, 85-C Mill St. Ste. 300, Roswell, GA Additional Information: 46

55 Office of the Honorable Phil Gingrey State: Georgia District: 11 Contact Person: Mr. Andrew Watson Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Phil Gingrey 119 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Armed Services Committee, Science and Technology Internship Description: For complete information see website at Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Open to all majors Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: See website for application Media Relations Policy Research For district internships contact: Janet, Byington, Additional Information: 47

56 Office of the Honorable Daniel W. Lipinski State: Illinois District: 3 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Brian Freedman Legislative Correspondent Office of the Honorable Daniel W. Lipinski 1717 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Small Business, Science and Technology Internship Description: Interns are expected to perform administrative duties (answering phones, sorting mail, copying, etc) as well as aid the legislative staff with projects which may include researching issues, drafting constituent letters, etc. Students from Illinois are preferred but internships are not restricted. X X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Public Affairs, Foreign Affairs, etc. All majors are considered with a strong interest in governmental affairs preferred. Fall: July 15 Spring: Nov. 20 Summer: May 5 Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Joe Bonomo Congressional Aide, 634 Archer Avenue, Chicago, IL

57 Office of Congressman Peter Roskam State: Illinois District: 6 Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Congressman Peter Roskam 507 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Ways and Means Committee Internship Description: Interns will have the opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the federal government by working closely with the legislative, communications and constituent services staff members. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: History, Policy, Political Science Fall: July 15 Spring: December Summer: April 1 Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Application on website at Media Relations For district internships contact: See website Additional Information: 49

58 Office of the Honorable Danny K. Davis State: Illinois District: 7 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Danny K. Davis 1222 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Ways and Means Internship Description: Interns experience an introduction to a broad array of events and responsibilities including attending press conferences/hearings, writing floor and committee statements for member, participation in mail process and tracking legislation. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, English, Communication, Business, Law Fall: X Spring: Summer: Fall: Sept 1 Spring: Summer: Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X For district internships contact: Dan Cantrell 3333 West Arthington Suite 130 Chicago, IL Additional Information: 50