Washington, D.C. interns will have the unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the daily operations of a U.S. Senate office. Duties include, but are not limited to, constituent engagement and correspondence, such as, answering phone calls, providing tours; policy work, such as, researching legislation, attending hearings and briefings; press work, such as, composing press releases, compiling media clips; and various administrative support.

Baltimore and Prince George’s County interns will gain firsthand exposure to how elected officials help constituents navigate federal agencies. Duties include, but are not limited to, supporting constituent services through fielding calls from constituents and drafting correspondence to federal agencies; community outreach, meeting and event participation; and special projects and administrative support.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Is there a grade eligibility?
  • Eligible candidates must be rising college sophomores or older. Graduate students and veterans enrolled in educational programs are eligible.
• Do applicants have to be from Maryland?
  • Anyone can apply, but candidates from Maryland or attending school in Maryland are strongly preferred.
• Is the start date flexible?
  • All interns must be available on the session start date from approximately 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for mandatory onboarding. There is some flexibility to the session end date.
• Are there required hours?
  • Interns must be able to work 20 – 26 hours a week and during dedicated shifts, ideally around 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. or 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• Are interns paid?
  • Interns are paid $18 per hour.
• Can interns receive academic credit?
  • Interns should work with the academic institution to determine if they are eligible to receive academic credit. Our office will complete any associated paperwork.
• Is there parking?
  • Parking may be available in the Maryland offices. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide parking or transit benefits to D.C. interns.
• Are internships fully in-person?
  • Interns are generally not eligible to telework.
• When can applicants expect to hear from the office?
  • Candidates can expect responses within 4 – 6 weeks from the application deadline.