Internships
The Democratic Staff of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology seeks part-time and full-time paid interns. This position will include a combination of telework and in-office work as safety and logistics permit.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Interns provide support with a variety of committee activities, including but not limited to: administrative and logistical support for hearings, business meetings, and mark-ups; assisting the committee’s communications team with media relations activities; and conducting legislative research for policy issues within the committee’s jurisdiction.
Administrative Support:
- Provides administrative and logistical support to ensure Committee hearings, business meetings, and mark-ups are run in an efficient and effective manner
- Serves as an initial point of contact for visitors (e.g., hearing witnesses, government officials, and other VIPs) who have business with the Committee and its staff
- Answers phone calls and routes mail and other messages to appropriate committee staff for further action
Communications:
- Supports the communications team to draft and proofread written materials, such as newsletters, website content, media advisories, and/or press releases
- Assists with Committee’s social media posts and communication outreach to connect with target audiences
- Monitors social media platforms to stay abreast of current events and relevant legislative news
Legislative:
- Partners with the committee staff to prepare stakeholder inquiries on oversight and policy issue areas within the committee’s jurisdiction
- Performs research on issues or topics related to public law, regulation, and legislation
- Attends meetings with stakeholders and assists the legislative staff prepare for hearings and mark-ups
Qualification/Skills:
- Candidate should be detail-oriented and possess strong oral and written communication skills. The position requires an ability to multitask and adapt to a fast-paced environment. A background and/or interest in subject areas within the committee’s jurisdiction is strongly preferred.
- Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to sstdeminterns@mail.house.
gov. No calls or drop-ins please.
Deadline for applications for the fall session: April 15th - July 1st
Deadline for applications for the spring session: August 15th - October 15th
Deadline for applications for the summer session: January 15th - March 1st