Office of Congressman Adam Smith Winter Internship Opportunities- Deadline 11/01/17

My office is always accepting resumes from college students interested in interning for academic credit. By assisting the Renton district office staff, interns have the opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge about how a Congressional office provides constituent services and interacts with the community. Interns in the Washington, D.C. office will have an opportunity to learn about the legislative process and the federal government by working closely with legislative, communications and constituent services staff members. Candidates who are chosen for the Washington, D.C. office are responsible for paying their travel and living expenses. Interns in any office can arrange to receive academic credit for their work.

We are currently accepting applications for the Winter session (January - April). Deadline to apply is November 1, 2017.

Washington, D.C. Office:
Qualifications and Job Responsibilities-
Candidates should have an interest in the legislative process, possess excellent writing and communication skills, and have an understanding of the American political system. Pacific Northwest ties are a plus!

Interns will be responsible for projects such as writing correspondence, providing support for daily legislative tasks, fielding constituent phone calls and other requests. Other duties include leading Capitol building tours, conducting research, aiding constituents in finding information, and providing other office support services. Additionally, interns will have the opportunity to attend briefings and committee hearings of personal interest and complete individual and team goals.

Current college students will be given preference, but recent college graduates are also welcome to apply. Interns may earn college credit, depending on the requirements of the institution. Strong preference will be given to applicants from the Puget Sound region.
Internships can be part-time or full-time. The position requires a minimum of 20 (part-time) or 40 (full-time) scheduled hours per week during posted business hours (9:00am to 6:00pm). 

Interested students should send a resume, writing sample stating why you are interested in the internship, and two letters of recommendation to:

ATTN: Savannah Romero 
Office of Congressman Adam Smith
2264 Rayburn HOB
Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone Number: 202-225-8901 

Renton, Washington District Office:
Qualifications and Job Responsibilities-
Candidates should have an interest in the legislative process, civic service, possess excellent writing and communication skills, and work well in a team environment.
Interns in the District Office have an opportunity to work in community outreach and constituent services. This includes working with caseworkers to help constituents with issues relating to immigration, military and federal agencies, among others. Depending on interests, interns also have an opportunity to participate in community outreach, attend meetings and events with staff and/or the Congressman, and assist with town hall meetings. Other intern duties are administrative: assisting staff with answering phones, data entry, scanning and/or copying documents, writing correspondence, etc.

Internships can be part-time or full-time. The position requires a minimum of 20 (part-time) or 40 (full-time) scheduled hours per week during posted business hours (8:00am to 5:00pm). 


Current college students pursuing higher education will be given preference, but recent college graduates are also welcome to apply. Interns may earn college credit, depending on the requirements of their institution. Strong preference will be given to applicants with ties to the 9th Congressional District.

ATTN: Lyndall Bervar
Office of Congressman Adam Smith
The Evergreen Building
15 South Grady Way, Suite 101
Renton, WA 98057
Phone number: 425-793-5180