Internships
Washington, DC
In the Washington, DC office internships run throughout the fall, spring, and summer semesters for college students. Students will gain valuable work experience and take advantage of unique opportunities only an internship on Capitol Hill can offer. The hours are flexible to accommodate students' schedules, but generally run 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
In Washington, DC, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, give Capitol tours, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings, and draft constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.
How to Apply for a DC Internship
Fall 2024: Applications are now closed.
Phoenix District Office
Fall 2024: Applications are now closed.
Eligibility
Any person aged 18 years or older looking to gain experience in a congressional district office, specifically in regard to Constituent Services and Outreach.
Description
Our District Office interns help to serve our constituents by acting as liaisons to federal agencies (Constituent Services) and by representing the Congressman at community events (Outreach).
DO interns are responsible for conducting intakes to gather details of issues constituents are experiencing with federal agencies. They then work with a staff caseworker to coordinate with agency officials to resolve those issues and create next steps with community referrals. Interns are responsible for managing cases on a variety of federal topics, including immigration, IRS matters, and veterans’ benefits.
Interns also engage the community through outreach. Alongside staff members, interns attend community events to provide information about the Congressman, timely updates on legislation, and community resources. They also assist staff in doing research on companies, organizations, schools, and non-profits that serve the community.
The Phoenix office is open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Intern shifts are available on a flexible basis to accommodate school and work schedules. Weekend availability is helpful as staff often attend weekend events with intern assistance.
If you would like more information about Phoenix District Office Internships, please contact the Phoenix office at (602) 256-0551 or AZ03internships@mail.house.gov.
How to Apply for a Phoenix District Office Internship:
Send an email to AZ03internships@mail.house.gov, with the subject line “YOUR LAST NAME / Season / Internship.” The email should include the following:
- One page resume
- One page cover letter explaining your interest in interning in Congressman Gallego’s Phoenix Office.
- Whether or not you expect to receive school credit for your internship.