Internships with Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL)

INTERNSHIP:

Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) is seeking interns for her Washington, DC office.  Interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. Interns will gain practical experience while assisting Congressional staff, and have the opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the day-to-day operations of the Legislative branch.

Responsibilities

Intern responsibilities include answering phones, incoming and outgoing mail, addressing constituent concerns, and assisting the Legislative/District office staff. Internships are open to all majors and designed for undergraduate students and recent graduates with an interest in public service. Starting and ending dates are flexible, depending on academic calendar.

Qualifications

Strong academic background and interest in pursuing a career in public service or government. The ideal candidate will be friendly, outgoing, motivated, mature, detail-orientated and possess the ability to multi-task. Position is unpaid but college credit can be granted upon completion. This is a great opportunity for college students and recent graduates. Alabama ties a plus, but not required. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.

To Apply: Please email a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial transcript, and brief writing sample with the subject line "Internship." to:  kendra.key@mail.house.gov 

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PRESS INTERNSHIP:

Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) is seeking press interns for her Washington, DC office.  Press interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. Interns will gain practical experience while assisting Congressional staff, and have the opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the day-to-day press operations of the a Congressional office.

Responsibilities

Internship duties include, but are not limited to compiling and distributing daily clips to the office, drafting press releases,proofreading and editing, maintaining press lists, updating Member’s website and social media.  Intern may also assist with answering phones, incoming and outgoing mail, addressing constituent concerns, and assisting the Legislative/District office staff.

Qualifications

Strong writing skills are needed and familiarity with new media is a plus. Priority will be given to those with journalism or communications education /experience.   The ideal candidate will be friendly, outgoing, motivated, mature, detail-orientated, and possess the ability to multi-task. Position is unpaid but college credit can be granted upon completion. This is a great opportunity for college students and recent graduates. Alabama ties are a plus, but not required.  Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.

To Apply: Please email a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial transcript, and one-page writing sample with the subject line "Press Internship" to: kendra.key@mail.house.gov