Program

Internship with Congressman Becerra

Organization

Congressman Xavier Becerra

Opportunity Type

Internship

About the Program

Learn about the inner workings of Congress with a fun and fast-paced office! Congressman Xavier Becerra, Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus and a senior member of the Committee on Ways and Means has opportunities for unpaid interns for the Spring 2014 quarter/semester in his Washington D.C office. Responsibilities include general administrative tasks such as answering phones, sorting mail, entering constituent mail, entering constituent information into Capitol Correspond, and running errands. Interns also assist legislative and press staff with researching and analyzing issues for hearings, speeches, and talking points. Interns may also have the opportunity to draft constituent letters, Dear Colleagues, press releases, briefing memos and statements for the Congressional record. Applicants should be motivated, detail-orientated, and possess excellent verbal and written communications skills. 

Program Location

Washington, DC

Description

Spanish speakers are strongly encouraged to apply. Internship candidates must be able to work at least 30 hours per week in our office.

 Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Johanna.montiel@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Internship Spring 2014.”*

*Note: Internships are offered in Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters. 

Open to residents of:

Open to students attending school in:

Additional Geographic Requirements

Candidates  with ties to Southern California are  strongly encouraged to apply. 

Degree Programs

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)

Year in School

• College Freshman
• College Sophomore
• College Junior
• College Senior
• College Fifth Year Senior

Citizenship

• Citizenship status not considered

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Contact

Johanna.montiel@mail.house.gov

Organization Address

1226 Longworth HOB
Washington, DC 20515

Organization Phone

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