Senator Brian Schatz is accepting fall law clerk applications in his Washington, D.C. office. The program is open to any current law students or recent law graduates from an ABA accredited law school. Law clerks will work with attorneys in the office and they will participate in a variety of projects including: legal research, drafting memoranda that analyzes case law, statutes and legislation, attending briefings, and helping staff prepare for congressional hearings.  The office will work with clerks to fulfill requirements for most clinics, externships, and other legal programs. While most of the work is substantive in nature, law clerks are also assigned administrative tasks depending on the needs of the office.

Competitive applicants are motivated, hard-working, well-organized, and have strong written and oral communication skills. The clerkship will run between September 2, 2025 – December 19, 2025, and the deadline for applications is June 30, 2025. All clerkships are in-person in the DC office and students with ties to Hawai‘i or who attend law school in Hawai‘i are strongly encouraged to apply. To apply, please visit http://www.schatz.senate.gov/services/jobs.  You can also contact internship@schatz.senate.gov with any questions.

Senator Patty Murray is accepting applications for a paid, full-time communications internship for the fall 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 start at the beginning of September and end in mid-December.

To apply, please fill out the application here: https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/eaa2cb59-5c85-4180-8878-f5b121f68f8c/. Application materials due by midnight, Sunday, June 29th.

Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) is accepting law clerk applications for the Fall 2025 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 his 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. Interested candidates should go to Senator Padilla’s website to apply: https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/520e8119-5220-4f54-84f7-00db2be105bd/.

The Office of Senator Gallego seeks motivated, detail-oriented, and hardworking students and recent graduates committed to public service to serve as interns in our DC office this fall. The fall internship term begins in mid-August and ends in early December 2025. This internship offers a unique opportunity to learn about day-to-day functions of a Senate office, assist in constituent services, conduct research, and support office staff.

Successful candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, a willingness to contribute to a team environment, and eagerness to learn about the political process. Applicants with Arizona ties are encouraged to apply. 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, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Interested applicants should email their resume and a cover letter to DC_Internships@gallego.senate.gov by June 15th.

The Office of Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) seeks a motivated, organized, and hardworking press intern in our Washington, DC office in Fall 2025. Our press intern will be fully integrated into our communications team and its operations. Their duties may include compiling daily news clips, maintaining and updating press lists, transcribing and processing audio, monitoring the news for relevant developments, drafting and editing written materials like press releases, advisories, and newsletters, creating engaging digital content including graphics, videos, and social media copy, and supporting the members of the communications team, including at events. 

Successful candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, a willingness to contribute to a team environment, and an eagerness to learn about communications, the political process, and congressional affairs. Delaware ties are strongly preferred. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 

Applications for Fall 2025 internships are due on Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM. No phone calls, emails, or drop-ins please.

To apply for a press internship in Washington, DC, click here.

The Office of Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) seeks motivated, organized, and hardworking college students and recent graduates committed to public service to serve as interns in our Washington, DC, and Delaware offices this Fall. The Fall internship term begins in September 2025 and ends in early December 2025.

Interns in Washington, DC, are fully integrated into office operations. They work with the legislative staff to perform research, draft correspondence and memos, and attend hearings. Interns provide administrative support by greeting constituents, answering phones, and giving tours of the Capitol building. Our interns also work with the scheduling and press teams. Interns are encouraged to attend special events that occur in the Senate and the House of Representatives and will have the opportunity to explore the many monuments and landmarks of our Nation’s Capital.

Interns in the Senator’s offices in Delaware work closely with staff throughout the State to develop a thorough knowledge of local issues and constituent needs. Interns support office staff and answer constituent calls, conduct research, and monitor local news outlets for daily developments. State interns have the opportunity to attend events with Senator Blunt Rochester, such as constituent events and town hall meetings.

Successful candidates will possess excellent written and oral communication skills, a willingness to contribute to a team environment, and eagerness to learn about the political process and congressional affairs. Delaware ties are preferred. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Applications for Fall 2025 internships are due on Friday, June 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM. No phone calls, emails, or drop-ins please.

To apply for an internship in Washington, DC, click here. To apply for an internship in Delaware, click here.

Senator Mazie K. Hirono is accepting law clerk applications for the Fall 2025 semester. Law clerks will work with Senator Hirono’s Judiciary Committee team in her Washington, D.C. office. Primary responsibilities include legislative and legal research; attending briefings; and preparing for legislative, nominations, and oversight hearings. Candidates must be strong writers, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment.

The successful candidate must be currently enrolled in a J.D. program at an ABA accredited law school. Academic credit or a stipend may be available based on each institution’s criteria. While some hybrid work is available, this is an in-person opportunity, and law clerks must be based in or near Washington, D.C. for the tenure of their clerkship. Full time (M-F) availability is preferred.

To apply, please visit: https://www.hirono.senate.gov/help/students/clerkships. Members of all diverse communities and students with ties to Hawaii are strongly encouraged to apply. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, uniformed service, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.

U.S. Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D-NY) is currently accepting applications for her 14-week legislative internship program for the upcoming fall semester in the Washington, DC office. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to constituent correspondence, conducting tours of the U.S. Capitol, and working on projects from the legislative team. All applicants should be responsible self-starters who possesses strong writing, research, and interpersonal skills. We encourage current and recent undergraduate students with a background in political science and international relations to apply, but this is not required. New York ties are preferred. This internship will run from early September to mid-December. Interested candidates can apply here: https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/a6cfad8d-8a8f-44b4-916c-ac7435eef596/.

The Senate has established the Stars of Valor Fellowships Program for wounded and disabled veterans; family members of Armed Forces servicemembers who die in the line of duty or veterans who die of service-connected injuries; and spouses of active-duty servicemembers. The SAA is managing the program, and the fellowship will be in Oshkosh, WI. Please visit the Stars of Valor website to review our program eligibility and apply. 

The Office of Senator Chris Coons is hiring Fall 2025 law clerks to assist the Senator’s Judiciary Committee staff.  Law clerks will assist the Senator’s counsels in all aspects of the Senator’s Judiciary responsibilities, including researching and writing memos, preparing the Senator for hearings, and participating in meetings with stakeholders and constituents as appropriate.  The position is unpaid.  Topics of work may include intellectual property, criminal justice, immigration, voting rights, privacy/technology, nominations, and all other topics within the committee’s jurisdiction.  Candidates should have completed at least one year of law school, have strong legal research abilities and written and oral communication skills, and be capable of managing themselves and taking initiative.  The position will be in-person in the Washington, D.C. office.  We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.  The cover letter should specify dates of availability.  We will review applications on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

The Senate has established the Stars of Valor Fellowships Program for wounded and disabled veterans; family members of Armed Forces servicemembers who die in the line of duty or veterans who die of service-connected injuries; and spouses of active-duty servicemembers. The SAA is managing the program, and the fellowships will be in Washington, D.C., and Senate offices across the country.

Please visit our Stars of Valor website for available fellowship opportunities.

Senator Blumenthal (D-CT) is accepting law clerk applications for the Fall 2025 session. Applicants must either be currently enrolled in an accredited JD program or have received a JD from an accredited program. Demonstrated interest in public service is preferred. Law clerks serve on the legislative team that manages the Judiciary Committee portfolio for Senator Blumenthal, and are responsible for conducting legal and policy research, preparing written materials, drafting legislation, and advising staff and the Senator. Law clerks may also collaborate with other legislative teams on issues and matters outside the jurisdiction of the Judiciary Committee (depending on the needs of the office and the interests of the law clerk). 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.

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 and (ii) your approximate end date. Please also indicate your weekly availability, including days and hours available. While full-time availability is preferred, prospective law clerks who can work part-time will also be considered. This is an unpaid position based in Washington, DC. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse seeks a Legal Fellow to assist with Judiciary Committee issues. The position will begin in Fall 2025 and last one year. Primary responsibilities include researching and writing legal memoranda, composing oversight letters, assisting with legislative drafting and researching, preparation for Judiciary Committee hearings, and associated responsibilities. Candidates must be exceptionally strong writers, detail-oriented, able to work under tight deadlines, and able to handle multiple projects at once.

Candidates must have a J.D. or anticipate having a J.D. at the time of their start date. This is an unpaid opportunity. Fellows must have secured independent funding in order to apply. 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 send a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and two brief writing samples in a single PDF document to NEProgressiveLawClerk@gmail.com by June 15, 2025. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) is accepting applications for a paid, full-time internship for the upcoming fall semester. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, answering phones, conducting tours, conducting legislative research, and drafting content for the communications team. 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 encouraged, and this internship will start in early September and end mid-December. Interested candidates should visit Senator Mullin’s website: https://www.mullin.senate.gov/services/internships/.

The Judiciary Committee staff of U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar is accepting applications for law clerks for Fall 2025 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 on a through Friday, June 13, 2025. Please email a resume, cover letter, references, and unofficial transcript in PDF form to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

The Senate has established the Stars of Valor Fellowships Program for wounded and disabled veterans; family members of Armed Forces servicemembers who die in the line of duty or veterans who die of service-connected injuries; and spouses of active-duty servicemembers. The SAA is managing the program, and the fellowship will be in Tulsa, OK. Please visit the Stars of Valor website to review our program eligibility and apply.

Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) is currently accepting applications for 1-2 communications/digital internship position(s) in his Washington DC office for Fall 2025. Responsibilities include compiling daily news clips, maintaining and updating press lists, monitoring national, state, and local media, drafting and editing written materials, including press releases, op-eds, newsletters, and social copy, creating engaging social media content, graphics, and videos for the digital team and supporting the communications team with press conferences and live events. Additional responsibilities may include corresponding with and serving Massachusetts constituents by answering phones, giving Capitol tours, and organizing incoming messages, attending Senate committee hearings and briefings, and assisting with other administrative and legislative projects as necessary. All applicants must be proactive hard-workers—who have a demonstrated interest in press and/or digital media—with excellent writing, editing, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates can pay close attention to detail, multitask, and be a team player. Digital skills (i.e Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Canva, video editing, social media, etc.) are a plus. The DC internship program is directed toward current and recent undergraduate students. Backgrounds in journalism, communications, film, graphic design, and media studies are desirable but not required. Stipends are available at a rate of $15/hour pre-tax to students who could not otherwise afford to live or work in Washington DC.

Interested candidates should send a resume, a summary of why you are interested in the internship program (maximum 500 words), a writing sample (maximum 700 words), 2 references, and hours of availability by June 29th, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST to the DC application link: https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/019f1c6e-1ed6-44ed-9f85-a19c64e36ca7/

Candidates from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Massachusetts ties are preferred.

Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) is currently accepting applications for 7-8 legislative internship positions in his Washington DC office for Fall 2025. Responsibilities include corresponding with and serving Massachusetts constituents through tasks such as answering phones, responding to inquiries, and giving tours of the U.S. Capitol, assisting the Senator and staff in all areas of office operations, researching legislative initiatives and drafting replies to constituent inquiries, attending Senate committee hearings and briefings, and assisting with a variety of administrative or communications projects, including compiling press clips. All applicants should be responsible self-starters who possess strong writing, research, and interpersonal skills. Candidates should have a proven ability to work well independently and with others, and also possess strong task delegation and completion rates. The DC internship program is directed toward current and recent undergraduate students. Backgrounds in political science, international relations, environmental studies, liberal arts, and STEM are desirable but not required. Massachusetts ties are strongly preferred. Stipends are available at a rate of $15/hour pre-tax to students who could not otherwise afford to live or work in Washington DC.

Interested candidates should send a resume, a summary of why you are interested in the internship program (maximum 500 words), 2 references, and hours of availability by June 29th, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST to the DC application link: https://oampublic.senate.gov/constituent/login/7ecc4aaf-3fdc-4e12-b0fe-062e8cff3034/

Candidates from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Massachusetts ties are preferred.

The Office of Senator Adam Schiff is seeking a Law Clerk to work in his Washington, D.C. office for the fall of 2025. Duties include assisting the Senator’s judiciary team with legislative research, memo drafting, oversight work, and preparing the Senator for Senate Judiciary Committee hearings and markups.

Candidates must be current law students and be able to work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Candidates must also possess strong writing and analytical skills, legal research skills, and critical thinking skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. California ties are preferred, but not required. Applicants may be eligible for a Senate stipend and may earn academic credit – based solely on each institution’s criteria.

Senator Schiff’s office is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, LGBTQ+ and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. The office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, gender identity and expression, marital status, parental status, or sexual orientation.

Please apply using our online portal: Fall 2025 Law Clerk – Washington, DC Application. 

Please no unsolicited drop-ins, phone calls, or emails to the office.

The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe seeks candidates for its Max Kampelman Fellowship program. They are accepting applicants for communications and policy fellowships. The Kampelman Fellowship program is open to current or registered graduate students; applications may be accepted from recent undergraduates (the beginning of the fellowship term should be less than one year since graduation), and in exceptional circumstances, undergraduate students with previous internship experience.

All Kampelman Fellowship candidates should have a keen interest in learning more about international affairs, the inner workings of Congress, and the relationship between the legislative and executive branches in the realm of foreign policy. Proficiency in a second OSCE language is an asset.

Pursuant to Section 704 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017, Pub. L. No. 115-31 (May 5, 2017), as amended, an applicant must be one of the following: (1) a citizen of the United States; (2) a person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B); (3) a person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or (4) a person who owes allegiance to the United States.

Policy Fellows: Applicants should demonstrate excellent writing, analysis, research, and oral presentation skills, as well as an interest in government, international relations, and human rights.

Communications Fellows: Applicants should demonstrate excellent writing and editing skills, a basic understanding of WordPress, knowledge of social media platforms, and an interest in government. Photography skills are a plus.

Please send the following application package to csce.fellowships@mail.house.gov.

• Brief cover letter indicating the following:
  • Why you want to work for the Commission, including relevant background or personal experiences
  • Your specific areas of interest as they relate to the work of the Commission
  • Your availability (start and end dates, as well as hours per week)
• Resume of no more than two pages
• Writing sample of three pages or less
• OPTIONAL FOR COMMUNICATION FELLOW APPLICANTS: Samples of your work including copywriting, graphic design, videos, and/or photography

Applicants must send materials to csce.fellowships@mail.house.gov to be considered. In the subject line of your e-mail application please put your first initial and last name, as well as indicate whether you are applying for a policy fellowship or a communications fellowship.