The Tech Intern position at the Senate Republican Conference (SRC) will assist professional staff in the SRC TV studio, radio studio, and off-site TV shoots.  This person will help set up audio and video recording equipment in and around the capitol complex.  The Tech Intern will also work within the studios on tasks related to TV and radio production services for U.S. Senators. 

Preferred Internship Requirements:

• Experience working within a television, video or digital media production environment
• Technical knowledge of TV and radio studio equipment
• Must present a professional demeanor and be able to work and participate in a team environment as well as independently
• Must possess strong communication skills
• Must have the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and work well within a multi-tasking environment

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and one short writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job title and referral number in the subject line.

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights, seeks a law clerk for the spring semester to handle Judiciary Committee issues. Candidates must be currently enrolled in or have recently received a degree from an accredited JD program. Primary responsibilities include researching and writing legal memoranda, composing oversight letters, and other associated responsibilities. Candidates must be exceptionally strong writers, detail-oriented, able to work under tight deadlines, and able to handle multiple projects at once. Please send a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to NEProgressiveLawClerk@gmail.com by October 30, 2023. Applications for the fall will be considered on a rolling basis.

Democratic Senator seeks an in-person press intern in the Washington D.C. office for the spring semester, beginning in January. Responsibilities include compiling press clips, conducting research, maintaining and creating press lists, monitoring media, and assisting the press staff with the day-to-day operations of a very active press office. The ideal candidate for this internship will be a team player with excellent communication skills. The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Please send one PDF with your cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) is accepting law clerk applications for the Spring 2024 semester. Applicants must either be currently enrolled in an accredited JD program or have recently received a JD from an accredited program. Demonstrated interest in public service is preferred. Senator Padilla offers law clerkships in our Washington D.C. office. Law Clerks’ responsibilities will include conducting research, drafting memoranda, tracking legislation, preparing for committee hearings, evaluating court decisions and legal trends, and assisting counsel with Senator Padilla’s portfolio on the Judiciary Committee. Law clerks must be able to write quickly and clearly, be flexible in adjusting to changing circumstances and legislative priorities, and be self-starters capable of taking responsibility for complicated, ongoing projects. The office is an equal employment opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate Rules, regulations and applicable federal laws. The office does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other factors. To apply, please submit, as a single PDF and in the following order, a one-page cover letter, a one-page resume, a three-page writing sample, and a current transcript to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line. In your cover letter, please note (i) your approximate start date, (ii) your approximate end date, and (iii) your approximate weekly hours. Inquiries may be directed to internship_padilla@padilla.senate.gov. This is a position based in Washington, DC. Applications for the Spring semester will be considered on a rolling basis until October 20, 2023.

The Democratic Staff of the U.S. Senate Committee on Rules and Administration seeks a part-time or full-time law or graduate student to work during spring 2024. The law clerk will assist Committee staff with research and the drafting of legislation, memos, talking points, and letters. Projects will focus on a variety of areas within the Committee’s jurisdiction, including election administration, campaign finance, and oversight. A successful applicant will have excellent research and writing skills and be highly motivated. Please email a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and unofficial transcript to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line. No phone calls or drop-ins please. 

Senate Budget Committee Democratic staff seeks interns for this Spring. The program is to start in early January and end in mid-April. Applicants should be current college students or recent graduates. Responsibilities will include conducting research, drafting memos, assisting Committee staff with administrative duties, and other duties as assigned. These positions are paid, full-time, and in-person. School obligations should be outlined in a cover letter and made known during the interview process. Applicants must reside in the Washington, DC area for the duration of the internship. The office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line. Applications are due by 6:00 pm ET on November 3, 2023.

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) seeks a conservative full-time law clerk for the spring of 2024 (January – April/May) for the Republican staff of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Conservative law school students are encouraged to apply. Law clerks routinely assist with legal and legislative research and writing projects, oversight and investigations, and other substantive assignments. Applicants should possess exceptional writing skills, attention to detail, strong work ethic, and clear and concise communication abilities. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis. To apply, please email a brief cover letter, resume, writing sample, and two references to senatecommercejobs@gmail.com indicating “Spring Law Clerk” in the subject line.

The Democratic Staff of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing & Urban Affairs seeks paid interns to work with the Majority Staff during Spring 2024. These internships, open to full-time undergraduate, graduate, law students, or recent graduates, provide an opportunity to observe and work closely with Committee professional staff/counsels on a variety of policy, legislative, and oversight projects related to financial services, consumer protection, housing, transit, community development, climate risk, national security, and other topics. Interns will engage in legal and fact research, preparation for hearings and meetings, and support with necessary administrative tasks. The office is committed to having an organization that is reflective of and responsive to the needs of the diverse communities we serve. The office is an equal employment opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate Rules, regulations, and applicable federal laws, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, uniformed service, or disability. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes by emailing Cameron Ricker at Cameron_Ricker@banking.senate.gov. To apply, please upload a resume, cover letter, two academic letters of recommendation, and a professional letter of recommendation by October 22 via our legislative internship application portal: https://sen.gov/LOMO. Due to the high volume of applications received, please refrain from inquiring on application status updates.

The Office of Senator Maria Cantwell is currently accepting applications for our paid Spring 2023 Legislative Internship in Washington, DC. Legislative interns work primarily with the policy team but will be asked to complete administrative tasks as needed. Tasks may include but are not limited to: attending hearings and briefings, leading tours of the U.S. Capitol, answering phones, researching legislative initiatives, drafting constituent correspondence, and more. This position requires strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Washington State ties are strongly preferred. The Spring internship will run from January-May 2024 (with some flexibility depending on interns’ school schedules). Generally, interns must be able to commit to at least 25 hours per week (minimum).

Interested applicants should submit their applications here: https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/1a942cf6-55e7-4a5c-ab8c-a2dde3e5465a/. The deadline is November 12th at 11:59PM EST. If you have any questions, please contact our office at internships@cantwell.senate.gov.

The Judiciary Committee staff of U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar is accepting applications for law clerks for Spring 2024 to work in-person in her Washington, D.C. office. Law clerks will assist Senator Klobuchar’s Judiciary Committee staff with research, hearing preparation, and drafting memos. Projects will focus on a variety of areas within the Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction, including criminal law, antitrust, civil rights, immigration, and judicial nominations. Applicants to the law clerk program must be currently enrolled in an ABA accredited law school or have recently graduated from an ABA accredited law school. Applications will be accepted through Friday, October 27, 2023. Please email a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial transcript to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights & the Law (HRL), seeks part-time or full-time Summer 2024 law clerks. Law clerks will support the Committee and Subcommittee’s policy and investigative work. Primary responsibilities include researching and writing legal memos and briefs, drafting, and editing oversight letters, assisting Committee and Subcommittee staff with preparation for meetings and hearings, supporting the Committee and Subcommittee staff with administrative assignments, and other duties as assigned. Law clerks will work closely with the Senator’s staff on all issues under the Committee’s jurisdiction. Candidates must be exceptionally strong writers, detail-oriented, self-starters, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in investigations, such as working for an oversight committee or as a prosecutor, is a plus. Georgia ties preferred but not required. Candidates must be current law students or recent law school graduates.

Interested parties should e-mail a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than 10 pages, and three professional references to ossoff_jobs@ossoff.senate.gov by November 10, 2023, indicating “Summer Law Clerk” in the subject line. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered. No phone calls or drop-bys, please.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The office does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes. Requests for accommodation should be directed to jobs@ossoff.senate.gov.

Senator Tom Carper (D-Delaware) seeks a Press Intern for the months of February through May to join his Washington, D.C. office.  Responsibilities include assisting with daily news clips, compiling news research, creating digital/social media content on a quick turnaround, monitoring and transcribing the Senator’s daily messaging with the press, drafting media advisories/press releases, maintaining press contact lists, and managing web content. This position requires attention to detail, creativity, strong writing ability and grammar skills, and a willingness to learn. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva and/or Adobe suites and familiarity with social media is preferred. A background in communications or journalism is a plus, but not required. Undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates, are encouraged to apply. The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations and applicable Federal laws. The Office does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity) or any other factors. Individuals of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the internship application found at https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/de00586a-c504-4e7f-bb62-b39e353d3acb/  by November 30th. Applicants with Delaware ties and/or current Delaware students will be given high consideration.  

U.S. Senator Tom Carper’s (D-Del.) Washington D.C. office is accepting applications for the Spring 2024 semester. This internship presents an opportunity for both a unique learning experience and an inside look at the legislative process. Duties include compiling legislative research, attending Congressional hearings/events, and assisting staff with special projects. Candidates should possess strong writing and research skills and a demonstrated interest in American politics.  Candidates from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, military, and/or other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply, as well as candidates with ties to Delaware. The final deadline to apply to the Washington, D.C. office is November 30th. To apply, please submit a completed application at https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/0e34c5a7-0c49-48f3-b60e-2eebcc66640d/

The Office of Senator Rand Paul seeks Fall 2023 Interns. Responsibilities will include answering phones, greeting visitors, helping coordinate Capitol Tours, managing mail, research assignments and general office tasks. Ability to multitask and a can-do attitude are extremely important. Interested candidates should submit applications at https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/80ca56cd-ea98-44bc-8be9-e307c3daab19/.

The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee Majority office under Chair Sanders is currently accepting applications for spring 2024 internships. These paid and/or for credit full-time and part-time internships are tailored for current students, recent graduates, graduate students, and post graduate students. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting Committee staff in performing office duties, conducting research, analyzing legislation, drafting memorandums, and assisting in hearing preparation. Progressive politics, familiarity with the Senator’s legislative priorities, and Vermont ties are strongly preferred but not required. Interested applicants can find more information and the link to apply at: https://www.help.senate.gov/chair/internships. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

The Burlington, Vermont Office of Senator Bernie Sanders is currently accepting applications for spring 2024 state office internships. These paid full-time and part-time internships are tailored for recent graduates and current students at the undergraduate level. Duties include but are not limited to: responding to constituent requests for information and assistance, joining visits with Vermont organizations, helping organize and staff public meetings and events, and tracking local news stories. Progressive politics, familiarity with the Senator’s legislative priorities, and Vermont ties strongly preferred but not required. Interested applicants can find more information and the link to apply at: http://www.sanders.senate.gov/internships/. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

The Washington, D.C. Office of Senator Bernie Sanders is currently accepting applications for spring 2024 legislative internships. These paid internships are tailored for recent graduates and current students at the undergraduate level. Duties include but are not limited to: answering phones and processing voicemails, sorting mail and scans, attending hearings and briefings, drafting legislative mail, providing assistance to legislative staff, conducting rapid response, and helping with setup for events. Progressive politics, familiarity with the Senator’s legislative priorities, and Vermont ties strongly preferred but not required. Interested applicants can find more information and the link to apply at: http://www.sanders.senate.gov/internships/. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

The Washington, D.C. and Burlington, Vt. Offices of Senator Bernie Sanders are currently accepting applications for spring 2024 Press & Digital internships. These paid full-time and part-time internships are tailored for recent graduates and current students at the undergraduate level. Duties include but are not limited to: assisting with photography and videography, production of videos and graphics, compiling daily news clips, and drafting media content. Interns should have a working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, as well as creative drive to explore new approaches to video storytelling. Progressive politics, familiarity with the Senator’s legislative priorities, and Vermont ties are strongly preferred but not required. Interested applicants can find more information and the link to apply at: http://www.sanders.senate.gov/internships/. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights & the Law (HRL), seeks part-time or full-time Spring 2024 law clerks. Law clerks will support the Committee and Subcommittee’s policy and investigative work. Primary responsibilities include researching and writing legal memos and briefs, drafting and editing oversight letters, assisting Committee and Subcommittee staff with preparation for meetings and hearings, supporting the Committee and Subcommittee staff with administrative assignments, and other duties as assigned. Law clerks will work closely with the Senator’s staff on all issues under the Committee’s jurisdiction. Candidates must be exceptionally strong writers, detail-oriented, self-starters, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in investigations, such as working for an oversight committee or as a prosecutor, is a plus. Georgia ties preferred but not required. Candidates must be current law students or recent law school graduates.

Interested parties should e-mail a cover letter, resume, writing sample of no more than 10 pages, and three professional references to ossoff_jobs@ossoff.senate.gov by October 13, 2023, indicating “Spring Law Clerk” in the subject line. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered. No phone calls or drop-bys, please.This office is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Candidates with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to participate effectively in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request an accommodation at any time during those processes. Requests for accommodation should be directed to jobs@ossoff.senate.gov.

Senator Patty Murray is accepting applications for a paid, full-time communications internship for the upcoming spring semester. Communications interns work closely with the communications team and help compile daily press clips, closely follow the news, draft press releases and other materials, and work on a variety of other projects. Strong candidates are self-motivated, pay close attention to detail, have strong writing skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Undergraduate students and recent graduates are invited to apply. State ties are a plus, and the internship will run from January to May and will be in person. To apply, fill out the applications here by midnight Sunday, November 5th.

HSGAC Minority Staff seeks Law Clerks for Spring 2024. Applicants should be current law school students or recent graduates. Law clerk responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting memorandum, letters, and reports, assisting Committee staff in performing administrative duties, and other duties as assigned.  They will also gain valuable first-hand experience into the operations of a Senate Committee. Academic credit or a stipend will be given for chosen candidates, in accordance with the policies of their academic institutions. Interested candidates should apply at https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/dd473f7f-7970-49dc-9d87-5f9f2afaa6b0.

The Office of U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is seeking detail-oriented, highly-organized individuals to serve as in-person Legislative Interns in our New York offices. Successful candidates will demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and will be able to prioritize and follow through on multiple tasks. Responsibilities include answering constituent calls, sorting and responding to constituent mail, assisting the front office, attending briefings/hearings and preparing memos for staff, performing various research projects, and assisting with the Senator’s events. Candidates must be flexible and comfortable working in a team environment. Senator Gillibrand’s office is an equal opportunity employer. The internship will run from September – December 2023 . To apply, fill out the application here. Please reach out to the relevant regional office to coordinate application details.

Senator Peter Welch (D-VT), member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, seeks one full-time law clerk for the Spring 2024 semester. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited JD program and be able to receive school credit for their placement.

The law clerk will serve on the policy team that manages the Senator’s Judiciary and Rules Committees portfolio and advises on judicial nominations, along with related policy work. The law clerk may also collaborate with other legislative teams on issues and matters outside the core portfolio, depending on the needs of the office.

To apply, please submit a single PDF that contains a one-page resume, a cover letter, a writing sample, and a current transcript via email to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line. In your cover letter, please include: your desired approximate start date and your desired approximate end date, along with any other relevant considerations. 

Please submit applications by October 13, 2023. Applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Members of all diverse communities are encouraged to apply.