My office is always accepting resumes from college students interested in interning for academic credit.
By assisting the Congressman’s district staff, interns have the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge about how a Congressional office provides constituent services, interacts with the community.
Interns in the Washington, D.C. office will have an opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the federal government by working closely with the legislative, communications and constituent services staff members.
All internships are unpaid and candidates who are chosen for the Washington, D.C. office may be responsible for paying their travel and living expenses. However, interns in any office can arrange to receive academic credit for their work.
Current Opening
The Office of Rep. Adam Smith is currently seeking to hire one full time, paid student intern for winter 2010 in the Washington, D.C. office.
Candidates should have an interest in the legislative process, possess excellent writing and communication skills, and have an understanding of the American political system. Pacific Northwest ties a plus!
Legislative interns will be responsible for projects such as writing correspondence, providing support for daily legislative tasks, fielding constituent phone calls and other requests. Other duties include leading Capitol building tours and providing staff with general office support. During their term, interns will also have the opportunity to attend briefings and committee hearings of personal interest and complete individual and team goals.
Must be a current college student for consideration. Interns may earn college credit, depending on the requirements of the institution. The winter 2010 Internship runs from January to April 2010. We also welcome applications for the summer 2010 Internship (May to August 2010).
Qualifications and Job Responsibilities
Applicants must have completed one quarter
or semester of college. Strong preference will be given to
applicants from the Puget Sound region.
Internships are available in both the Tacoma and the
Washington D.C. offices and can be part-time or full-time.
Job duties include researching and writing congressional
correspondence, answering phones and greeting visitors,
aiding constituents in finding information, and providing
other office support services.
Interested students should send a resume, writing sample
stating why you are interested in the internship, and
two letters of recommendation to:
Tacoma Office
Diane Brazell
Office of Congressman Adam Smith
2209 Pacific Ave, Suite B
Tacoma, Washington 98402
Washington D.C. Office
Catherine Fish
Office of Congressman Adam Smith
2402 Rayburn HOB
Washington, D.C. 20515
Download our intern application
