The Internship Series. The Congressional Internship Book

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1 The Internship Series The Congressional Internship Book

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 The Congressional Internship Book - Internships with the 112 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 John Shadegg...5 Office of the Honorable Jeff Flake...6 Office of the Honorable Raul Grijaiva...7 Office of the Honorable John Boozman...8 Arkansas Office of Congressman Rick Crawford...9 Office of Congressman Steve Womack...10 California Office of Senator Barbara Boxer...11 Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein...12 Office of the Honorable Wally Herger...13 Office of Congressman Daniel Lungren...14 Office of the Honorable Lynn C. Woolsey...15 Office of the Honorable Barbara Lee...16 Office of Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher...17 Office of Congresswoman Jackie Speier...18 Office of the Honorable Pete Stark...19 Office of the Honorable Anna G. Eshoo...20 Office of the Honorable Sam Farr...21 Office of Representative Dennis Cardoza...22 Representative George Radanovich...23 Office of Congressman David Nunes...24 Office of the Honorable Lois Capps...25 Office of the Honorable Elton Gallegly...26 Office of the Honorable Brad Sherman...27 Office of the Honorable Howard P. McKeon...28 Office of the Honorable Howard L. Berman...29 Office of Congressman Adam Schiff...30 Office of Congresswoman Diane Watson...31 Office of Congressman Lucille Roybal-Allard...32 Office of the Honorable Jane Harman...33

4 Office of the Honorable Grace Napolitano...34 Office of the Honorable Jerry Lewis...35 Office of Congressman Gary Miller...36 Office of the Honorable Ken Calvert...37 Office of the Honorable Dana Rohrabacher...38 Office of the Honorable Loretta Sanchez...39 Office of the Honorable Darrell Issa...40 Office of the Honorable Duncan Hunter...41 Office of Representative Susan A. Davis...42 Office of Congressman Tom McClintock...43 Colorado Office of the Honorable Diana DeGette...44 Office of Congressman Ed Perlmutter...45 Connecticut Office of Senator Christopher Dodd...46 Office of Congressman Joe Courtney...47 Office of the Honorable Rosa L. DeLauro...48 Delaware Office of the Honorable Michael N. Castle...49 Florida Office of Senator Bill Nelson...50 Office of Congresswoman Brown-Waite...51 Congressman John Mica...52 Office of the Honorable Michael Bilirakis...53 Office of Congresswoman Kathy Castor...54 Office of Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen...55 Office of Congressman Wexler...56 Office of the Honorable Diaz-Balart...57 Office of Congressman Vern Buchanan...58 Office of Congressman Alcee L. Hastings...59 Office of Congressman Connie Mack...60 Office of Congressman Dennis Ross...61 Georgia Office of Senator Johnny Isakson...62 Office of the Honorable John Linder...63 Office of the Honorable Phil Gingrey...64 Illinois Office of the Honorable Daniel W. Lipinski...65 Office of Congressman Peter Roskam...66 Office of the Honorable Danny K. Davis...67

5 Office of Representative Mark Steven Kirk...68 Office of Representative Timothy Johnson...69 Office of the Honorable Donald Manzullo...70 Office of the Honorable John Shimkus...71 Office of Congressman Randy Hultgren...72 Indiana Office of Senator Richard R. Lugar...73 Office of Representative Dan Burton...74 Office of the Honorable Mike Pence...75 Office of Senator Evan Bayh...76 Iowa Office of Senator Charles E. Grassley...77 Office of Senator Tom Harkin...78 Office of Congressman Bruce Braley...79 Office of Congressman Dave Loebsack...80 Office of Representative Leonard Boswell...81 Office of Representative Steve King...82 Kansas Senator Pat Roberts...83 Office of Congressman Jerry Moran...84 Office of the Honorable Dennis Moore...85 Representative Todd Tiahrt...86 Representative Tim Huelskamp...87 Kentucky Office of Senator Mitch McConnell...88 Office of Senator Jim Bunning...89 Office of the Honorable Ed Whitfield...90 Louisiana Office of Senator David Vitter...91 Office of the Honorable Charlie Melancon...92 Office of Congressman Charles Boustany...93 Representative Steve Scalise...94 Representative John Fleming...95 Maine Senator Olympia J. Snowe...96 Office of Congresswoman Chelie Pringree...97 Office of Congressman Michael Michaud...98

6 Maryland Office of Senator Ben Cardin...99 Office of Congressman Steny Hoyer Office of Congressman Roscoe Bartlett Massachusetts Office of Senator John F. Kerry Office of the Honorable John Olver Office of the Honorable James McGovern Office of Representative Barney Frank Office of the Honorable John F. Tierney The Honorable Stephen F. Lynch Michigan Office of Senator Carl Levin Office of Senator Debbie Stabenow Office of the Honorable Bart Stupak Office of the Honorable Peter Hoekstra Office of the Honorable Fred Upton Office of the Honorable Sander M. Levin Office of the Honorable John Conyers Jr Office of the Honorable John D. Dingell Office of the Honorable Bill Huizenga Minnesota Office of the Honorable Betty McCollum Office of Congresswoman Michele Bachmann Missouri Office of Senator Christopher S. Bond Office of Congressman W. Todd Akin Office of Representative Ray Blunt Office of the Honorable Jo Ann Emerson Montana Office of Senator Max S. Baucus Office of the Honorable Denny Rehberg Nebraska Office of Senator Benjamin Nelson Office of Senator Mike Johanns Office of the Honorable Lee Terry New Hampshire Office of Congressman Paul Hodes Office of Congressman Frank Guinta...129

7 New Jersey Office of Senator Robert Menendez Office of the Honorable Rob Andrews Office of the Honorable Scott Garrett Office of the Honorable Frank Pallone, Jr Office of the Honorable Bill Pascrell Office of the Honorable Steve Rothman Office of Congressman Donald M. Payne Office of the Honorable Rodney Frelinghuysen Representative Rush Holt Representative Jon Runyan New Mexico Office of Senator Jeff Bingaman 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 Gary Ackerman Office of Congressman Ed Towns 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 Maurice D. Hinchey Office of Congressman Mike Arcuri 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 Congressman Bob Etherage Office of the Honorable David Price Office of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx Office of the Honorable Howard Coble Office of Congressman Mike Mcintyre Representative Sue Myrick North Dakota Office of Senator Kent Conrad Office of Senator Byron Dorgan...165

8 Ohio Office of the Honorable Michael Turner Office of Congressman Robert Latta Office of the Honorable Dennis Kucinich Office of Congresswoman Marcia Fudge Office of Congressman Pat Tiberi Office of Congresswoman Betty Sutton Office of Congressman James Renacci Office of Congressman Bill Johnson Oklahoma Senator James M. Inhofe Office of Congressman John Sullivan 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 Joe Sestak Office of the Honorable Bill Shuster Office of Congressman Charles Dent Office of the Honorable Joe Pitts Office of Congressman Todd Platts Office of Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz Rhode Island Office of Senator Jack Reed Representative David Cicilline South Carolina Representative Joe Wilson Office of Congressman Gresham Barrett 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 Representative Zach Wamp...195

9 Office of the Honorable Jim Cooper Office of the Honorable Bart Gordon 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 Ron Paul Office of the Honorable Ruben Hinojosa Office of the Honorable Silvestre Reyes Office of the Honorable Lamar Smith Office of Congressman Pete Olsen Office of the Honorable Kenny Marchant Office of the Honorable Solomon Ortiz 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 Whittman Office of the Honorable Robert W. Goodlatte Office of the Honorable Eric Cantor Office of the Honorable Frank R. Wolf Washington Office of Senator Maria Cantwell Office of the Honorable Doc Hastings Office of Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers 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...227

10 Wisconsin Office of Senator Herb Kohl 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...234

11 Office of Senator Jeff Sessions State: Alabama District: 0 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

12 Office of Congressman Robert B. Aderholt State: Alabama District: 4 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

13 Office of Representative Terri A. Sewell State: AL District: 7th Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Kendra Key, Intern 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 Graduate Students Students from District Only? No, but Alabama residency is a plus. Majors Preferred: All majors welcome No Fall: June 1 Spring: February 12 Summer: April 15 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: Terri Sharpley, Two 20th St. N, Suite 1130 Birmingham, AL

14 Office of Congressman Trent Franks State: Arizona District: 2 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

15 Office of the Honorable John Shadegg State: Arizona District: 4 Party Affiliation: Republican Contact Person: Ms. Sara Mueller Staff Assistant Office of the Honorable John Shadegg 506 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Commerce Internship Description: The intern program allows students to become familiar with the legislative process, constituent services, office administration, research for legislative staff and other areas that come into focus in a congressional office. It is a "hands-on" experience. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Law, etc. X Negotiable Fall: August Spring: February Summer: April Cover Letter: X Writing Sample: Transcript: Media Relations Resume: X References: X Other: Policy Research For district internships contact: Pat Curtin 301 East Bethany Home Road Suite C178 Phoenix, AZ

16 Office of the Honorable Jeff Flake State: Arizona District: 6 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

17 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

18 Office of the Honorable John Boozman State: Arkansas District: 3 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

19 Office of Representative Rick Crawford State: AR District: 1 Party Affiliation: Republican 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 9

20 Office of Representative Steve Womack State: AR District: 3 Party Affiliation: Republican 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 10

21 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 11

22 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

23 Office of the Honorable Wally Herger State: California District: 2 Party Affiliation: Republican Contact Person: Mr. Jay Sulzmann Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Wally Herger 2268 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on the Budget, Committee on Ways and Means Internship Description: Interns are provided with a hands on view of the legislative process and the role of members of congress in serving their constituents. District ties required for summer internships-preferred but not required for fall and spring. X Majors Preferred: Political Science, History, All majors are considered. Fall: July Spring: November Summer: March Writing Sample: X References: X Transcript: Other: See webpage- to bryan.cleveland@mail.house.gov. Media Relations For district internships contact: Chico District Office Christine Graff 55 Independence Circle Suite 104 Chico, CA

24 Office of Congressman Daniel Lungren State: California District: 3 Party Affiliation: Republican Contact Person: Ms. Sandra Wiseman Legislative Assistant Office of Congressman Daniel Lungren 2262 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Judiciary Committee, Homeland Security Committee Internship Description: Interns have multiple responsibilities in the office. In addition to answering the phones, mail and Capitol tours, interns assist in preparing hearing notebooks, prepare daily legislative packets for the Congressman and assist with legislative research. X Majors Preferred: Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X For district internships contact: Debra Jones, 2339 Gold Meadow Way, Suite 220, Gold River, CA

25 Office of Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey State: California District: 6 Party Affiliation: Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey 2263 Rayburn Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Education and Labor, Committee on Science and Technology Internship Description: Interns learn about Congress by assisting with the daily operations of the office, including legislative, administrative and community outreach projects. Majors Preferred: All majors welcome Fall: July Spring: December Summer: March Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations X For district internships contact: Contact District Office at

26 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 1000N Oakland, CA

27 Office of Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher State: California District: 10 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of Congresswoman Ellen Tauscher 2459 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Armed Services Internship Description: Office Duties include attending legislative hearings, giving tours of the Capitol, writing briefs, conducting legislative research, performing administrative tasks such as data entry and answering telephones, and assisting staff when needed. Majors Preferred: All majors considered Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: 2121 North California Blvd, Suite 555,Walnut Creek, CA

28 Office of Congresswoman Jackie Speier State: California District: 12 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Gina Gribow Staff Assistant Office of Congresswoman Jackie Speier 211 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Financial Services, Government Reform and Oversight Internship Description: The internship program consists of handling administrative tasks, giving capitol tours, conducting research and writing summaries of meetings. Majors Preferred: Political Science, Business, communications Fall: Mid-July Spring: Mid-Nov Summer: Mid-April Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X Policy Research For district internships contact: Juliet Shaposhnikov, 400 S. EL Camino Real, Suite 410, San Mateo, CA

29 Office of the Honorable Pete Stark State: California District: 13 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of the Honorable Pete Stark 239 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Ways and Means Internship Description: This office has a vigorous internship program which offers substantive projects, not just clerical work. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Student interested in health, welfare, trade, or tax issues. Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Apply on line at Media Relations X For district internships contact: For students that are from CA 13th district only: Contact California Office at Additional Information: 19

30 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

31 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

32 Office of Representative Dennis Cardoza State: California District: 18 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Mr. Sean Trambley Staff Assistant Office of Representative Dennis Cardoza 1224 Longworth House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Agriculture, Rules Committee Internship Description: Interns should be highly motivated, team oriented students with excellent communication and organizational skills. Duties include greeting visitors, answering phones, conducting Capitol tours, constituent correspondence, legislative research and providing support for staff. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: Political Science, Government Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: Lisa Mantarro, 1321 I Street, Suite 1, Modesto, CA

33 Representative George Radanovich State: California District: 19 Party Affiliation: Republican Contact Person: Mr. Ted Maness Intern Coordinator Representative George Radanovich 2410 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Energy and Commerce Internship Description: Only junior and senior undergraduate, graduate, and law students may apply. The program allows the intern to assist various staff members including those who handle legislative, press, and administrative duties. X X Majors Preferred: Political Science, History, Government, Communications, International Relations, English, Law and Journalism. Fall: July 30 Spring: Dec 10 Summer: April 10 Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Apply on line at Media Relations For district internships contact: Alisa Sisewmore, 2350 West Shaw # 137 Fresno, CA Additional Information: Interns also help with data entry and processing of the mail. 23

34 Office of the Honorable Devin Nunes State: California District: 21 Party Affiliation: Republican 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,

35 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

36 Office of the Honorable Elton Gallegly State: California District: 23 Party Affiliation: Republican Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Elton Gallegly 2309 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: House Judiciary Committee, Foreign Affairs and Resources committees. Internship Description: X Majors Preferred: Open Fall: X Spring: X Summer: Fall: July Spring: November Summer: Early Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: Additional Information: 26

37 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

38 Office of the Honorable Howard P. McKeon State: California District: 25 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

39 Office of the Honorable Howard L. Berman State: California District: 28 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Ms. Lelia Gomez Intern Coordinator Office of the Honorable Howard L. Berman 2221 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Foreign Affairs; Committee on the Judiciary Internship Description: Active, progressive California Democrat seeks detailed oriented, dependable individual for unpaid full time or part time internship. Responsibilities include answering phones, opening mail, researching legislation, drafting constituent mail and attending hearings and meeting. Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: Open to all majors. Fall: Rolling Spring: Rolling Summer: Rolling Writing Sample: References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X X For district internships contact: Gina Flores Harmin Street, Suite 202, Van Nuys, CA

40 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

41 Office of Congresswoman Diane Watson State: California District: 33 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Mr. Abdul Henderson Legislative Assistant Office of Congresswoman Diane Watson 2430 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Foreign Affairs, Oversight and Government Reform Internship Description: Majors Preferred: All are encouraged to apply. Fall: June Spring: November Summer: January Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations X X For district internships contact: James Koopman, 4322 Wilshire Boulevard, suite 302, Los Angeles,

42 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

43 Office of the Honorable Jane Harman State: California District: 36 Party Affiliation: Democratic Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of the Honorable Jane Harman 2400 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Committee on Homeland Security, Committee on Energy and Commerce Internship Description: Internship is composed of 50% administrative work (press clippings, computer log-ins) and 50% substantive work (research for legislative assistants, constituent letters). Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: All majors are encouraged to apply. Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: End of Apr Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: Media Relations For district internships contact: Doane Liv 1217 El Prado Avenue Torrance, CA

44 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

45 Office of the Honorable Jerry Lewis State: California District: 40 Party Affiliation: Republican Contact Person: Internship Coordinator Office of the Honorable Jerry Lewis 2112 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC Phone: Committee Assignments: Appropriations Committee; Internship Description: Graduate Students: Majors Preferred: All majors are considered. Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open Writing Sample: X References: Transcript: Other: Media Relations Internships are also available in this member s district offices: For district internships contact: 35

46 Office of Congressman Gary Miller State: California District: 42 Party Affiliation: Republican 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: 36

47 Office of Congressman Ken Calvert State: California District: 44 Party Affiliation: Republican 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

48 Office of the Honorable Dana Rohrabacher State: California District: 46 Party Affiliation: Republican 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: 38

49 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

50 Office of the Honorable Darrell Issa State: California District: 49 Party Affiliation: Republican 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: 40

51 Office of the Honorable Duncan Hunter State: California District: 52 Party Affiliation: Republican 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: 41

52 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: 42

53 Office of Congressman Tom McClintock State: CA District: 4 Party Affiliation: Republican 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 43

54 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: 44

55 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

56 Office of Senator Christopher Dodd State: Connecticut District: 0 Party Affiliation: Democrat Contact Person: Intern Coordinator Office of Senator Christopher Dodd 448 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, Dc Phone: Committee Assignments: Foreign Relations Committee, Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, Health, Education and Pensions Committee, Rules and Administration Committee. Internship Description: Interns gain experience by assisting press office, legislative research, drafting correspondence to constituents, Capitol tours, and administrative duties. Graduate Students: X Majors Preferred: Political Science, International Politics, History, and Foreign Policy but all majors considered. Fall: July 15 Spring: Nov 15 Summer: March 15 Writing Sample: References: X Transcript: Other: to internship@dodd.senate.gov. Media Relations X For district internships contact: Internship Coordinator 30 Lewis Street, Suite 101 Hartford, CT Additional Information: Web Site: 46