Internships
The Office of Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (D-OR06) is seeking candidates for a part-time (10-15 hours a week, 10-12 weeks) winter internship in our Oregon district offices (Salem and Tualatin) and a full-time (40 hours a week, 12 weeks) intern in the DC office. The preferred start date of this internship is early January but can be flexible.
District Interns will assist the outreach staff and caseworkers, research local and national policy issues, help with constituent communication through mail and phone calls, and have the opportunity to attend events and meetings in the district with the Congresswoman and staff.
D.C. interns will get an in-depth look at the operations and functions of a congressional office, including policy, communications, office operations and constituent services. Interns will get opportunities to attend hearings and briefings; assist with constituent services; and research legislation.
Qualifications:
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to speak courteously with constituents
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
- Attention to detail and eagerness to go above and beyond
- Professionalism and demonstrated interest in public service
- OR-06 ties are preferred, but not required
Compensation information:
- This is a compensated position. Academic credit may be available and should be arranged with your academic institution.
The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and, consistent with the Congressional Accountability Act (“CAA”) and House Rule XXIII, does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, parental status, or any other factor or basis prohibited by applicable federal law. This means that these factors will not be the basis for any hiring, discharge, promotion, pay, benefits, or reassignment decision or action, or any other personnel or job action affecting the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Consistent with the CAA, the Office may, however, consider party affiliation, domicile, and political compatibility in making employment decisions.
Application:
We are currently accepting applications for an internship based in the district offices in Salem and Tualatin and the office in Washington, D.C.
To apply, please complete the form below. Please note you must include your resume and a cover letter. The writing sample is optional for district internships.
Please indicate in your cover letter which office location you are interested in interning in (Salem, Tualatin, or D.C.).
Rolling applications are open until Friday, November 20th at 11:59 p.m.