Senator Warnock, a member of the Senate Finance, Banking, and Agriculture Committees, seeks a legal intern this fall. Legal interns are responsible for assisting legislative staff with research and analysis for staff and the Senator. Interns may attend hearings, meetings, and briefings and assist with preparing related written materials. This position would be composed of substantive legal and legislative work requiring attention to detail, excellent research and writing skills, and a commitment to the values of the office. Interns may work on a variety of policy issues, but interns with specific interest in economic issues (including tax and trade), healthcare, or national security/foreign policy are of particular interest.

This 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 orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy) or any other factors prohibited by applicable federal law.

Applicants must either be currently enrolled in an accredited JD program. To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and transcript to https://sen.gov/MZ40Q. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Democratic Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation seeks a legal intern/extern during Fall 2025 to support the Committee's Oversight, Investigations, and Nominations work. This position offers law students the opportunity to gain legal experience on a Senate Committee and work closely with Committee counsel on a variety of oversight, nominations, and policy projects covering communications, technology, transportation, Coast Guard, weather, science, consumer protection, and other issues under the Committee's jurisdiction. Applicants must be detail-oriented, work well under pressure, be self-motivated, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and have a strong desire to learn. The position is open to current law students or recent law school graduates. Previous experience in government is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding of the legislative process. Pacific Northwest ties are a plus. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through August 15th. 

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

The Democratic Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation seeks a legal intern/extern during Fall 2025 to support the Committee’s telecommunications work. This position offers law students the opportunity to gain legal experience on a Senate Committee and work closely with Committee counsel on a variety of legislative and policy projects covering the issues under the jurisdiction of the Telecommunications and Media Subcommittee. This includes but is not limited to oversight of wireless spectrum, broadband, radio, cybersecurity, and various federal agencies related to telecommunications. Applicants must be detail-oriented, work well under pressure, be self-motivated, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and have a strong desire to learn. The position is open to current law students or recent law school graduates. Previous experience in government is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding of the legislative process. Pacific Northwest ties are a plus. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through August 15th.

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

The Oversight and Investigations Unit of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Republican Staff is seeking law clerks for the fall of 2025.  The position offers law students the opportunity to gain experience conducting congressional oversight and investigations.  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.  Law clerks will work closely with counsels and professional staff on a wide range of issues.  This position is unpaid, but law school credit is available.

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

The Democratic Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation is seeking applicants for full-time and part-time Legislative Internships for Fall 2025. The internship will provide an opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of a Senate Committee’s process to pass legislation, hold hearings, and conduct oversight of federal agencies and programs. Primary responsibilities will include assisting the policy team with background research, drafting policy memos, and attending and taking notes at hearings and briefings. Applicants must be detail-oriented, work well under pressure, be self-motivated, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and have a strong desire to learn. An ideal candidate would have a demonstrated interest in the policy issues under the committee’s jurisdiction, including aviation and surface transportation, and a connection to the Pacific Northwest. The internship will run approximately 13 weeks between August and December, with flexible start and end dates. Applicants will be considered on a rolling basis until August 15th, 2025.

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

The Republican Staff of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship are seeking interns to assist the Committee for the fall of 2025. Interns should expect to conduct policy and background research on legislation and policy issues relevant to the Committee. Interns will also assist with the Committee's hearings and mark-ups by compiling relevant information and developing reference materials for the Chair and her staff. Interns will be expected to help with communications materials as well. Qualified candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in legislative affairs, possess excellent attention to detail, time management, and exhibit exceptional writing capabilities. Prior Hill internship experience, full time availability, and Iowa connections are preferred.

Interested candidates should submit the following: a one-page cover letter, a one-page resume, a writing sample, and expected availability. This is a position based in Washington, D.C.

Please e-mail the documents to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line.

The U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations office of Chairman Ron Johnson (R-WI) is seeking law clerks for the fall of 2025.  The position offers law students the opportunity to gain experience conducting congressional oversight and investigations.  Law clerk responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting memorandum, letters, and reports, assisting Subcommittee staff in performing administrative duties, and other duties as assigned.  Law clerks will work closely with counsels and professional staff on a wide range of issues.  This position is unpaid, but law school credit is available.  Previous Capitol Hill, prosecutorial, investigative, or litigation experience preferred, but not required.

Interested candidates should submit a resume to psirepclerk@gmail.com. 

The Office of Senator Maria Cantwell is currently accepting applications for our paid Fall/Winter press internship in Washington, D.C. This intern position would work with the communications team under the guidance of the Communications Director. The team communicates with press and constituents about topics stretching across all issue portfolios, so an intern should be ready to quickly familiarize themselves with a broad range of subjects. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, tracking media coverage, drafting press materials and social media content, graphic design, assisting with organizing media events and prepping for hearings, and more. This position requires strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Washington state ties are strongly preferred. The internship will run from early September 2025 - January 2026 (with some flexibility depending on interns’ school schedules). This position is full-time (30-40hrs/week), and may include remote work on mornings and weekends.

Interested applicants should submit their resume to: internships@cantwell.senate.gov. A cover letter is not required at this time. In lieu of a cover letter, candidates progressing to the next round will be asked to answer a few short questions. Please be sure to note in your resume any proficiencies in foreign languages and/or any video editing or graphic design skills. If you have any questions, please contact our office at internships@cantwell.senate.gov.

The Senate Committee on Finance Minority office (Ranking Member Wyden) is seeking a full-time intern, fellow, or law clerk to assist the Committee’s tax team for the fall of 2025. Interns, fellows, and law clerks routinely assist with legislative research projects, hearings, and other substantive assignments and administrative tasks. Previous interns have worked on a variety of tax policy issues; if selected, the office will work with you to find projects that best align with your interests.

Ideal candidates would be graduate or law students with a demonstrated interest in tax policy and strong written and oral communication skills. This position will start in September 2025. Although neither a salary nor expenses can be paid, often students are able to receive college credit for participating in the program.

Diverse candidates 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, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, e-mail a brief cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number 231792 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 Rockville, MD. Please visit the Stars of Valor website to review our program eligibility and apply.

The office of Senator John Kennedy is seeking a Law Clerk to work in his Washington, D.C. office for the upcoming fall semester. Duties include assisting the Senator’s Judiciary team with constituent letter writing, evaluating court decisions, legislative research, memo drafting, and preparation for upcoming committee hearings for the Senate Committee on the Judiciary.  We are looking for a current law student that possess critical thinking skills, discretion, timeliness, strong analytical skills, and is able to work in a fast paced environment.  Ideal candidates will possess an interest in topics such as constitutional law, administrative oversight, criminal justice, immigration, civil rights, antitrust, intellectual property and other matters relevant to the Judiciary Portfolio. The position can between 20 and 40 hours a week based on the applicant’s current academic responsibilities.  Louisiana connections not required, but preferred. Class credit for the semester is available. We are flexible on start and end date. Interested applicants should email their resume to senaterepublicanapplicants@gmail.com indicating the job title 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 Philadelphia, PA. Please visit the Stars of Valor website to review our program eligibility and apply. 

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 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 Springfield, IL. Please visit the Stars of Valor website to review our program eligibility and apply.

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.