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Dr. Wiley’s Weekly Brief The GW Political Science Department Undergraduate Newsletter
“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not
with it.” –Henry Ford
In this newsletter:
- Summer internship opportunities
- Upcoming events
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Follow Us On Facebook! http://www.facebook.com/GWPoliticalScience Follow Us On Instragram! @GWU_PSC
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Special Announcements GWU PSC is on Instragram!! Follow us at GWU_PSC! We also want your help! If you have any pictures of your time with the Political Science Department you would like to share send in your photos and you could see them on our Instagram! Please send photos to [email protected], with the email subject line of "Instagram". Please include your name, a description of the photo, graduation year (i.e. Colleen Grant '11) and your Instagram handle so we can tag you. Please do not send us generic GW shots, we want them to be specific to your experience with the PSC department (including you at your political science internships, in political science classes you've taken during study abroad, studying for your PSC exams, etc.) Registration Announcements from Dr. Wiley Registration for Restricted Classes
- PSC 2101: junior standing (at least 60 credits completed, not including the current semester)
- PSC 3192W, pro-seminar: seniors and juniors with a declared PSC major or Public Policy Concentration major. All are WID classes.
- Independent Study: rising senior, have a regular full time PSC faculty member agree to mentor your research, develop a syllabus and complete work equivalent to a full 3 credit course. Senior standing is required.
- PSC Internship: confirmed internship, complete an RTF form and an internship contract form (See PSC website). Bring the completed forms to me or Kelly to be signed into Internship. This “class” does not close and you can wait to register at the start of fall semester. Junior standing, declared majors.
Special topics classes Special topics classes: PSC 2991 counts as Group A, PSC 2992 counts as Group B, PSC 2993 counts as Group A, and PSC 2994 counts as Group C. Dates for undergraduate registration are based on the number of credit hours completed. The number of hours completed DOES NOT include the current semester. Please keep in mind that the schedule is “a work in progress” and some classes may be cancelled, added, or change days and times. There are a few classes restricted to departmental registration. These do not have faculty assigned and will be open at the end of the registration period as soon as we have someone to teach them. If you have questions, come to advising office hours! No appointments, just come to Monroe 401 or 402 Monday 9 to 4, Tuesday 1 to 3, Wednesday 12 to 3, Thursday 9 to 4. If you have questions about GPAC requirements or issues with degree map please see your advisor in CCAS.
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Paid Opportunities Intern, NABPAC
National Association of Broadcasters March 2014
Basic Function: Provides the data and administrative support for the NABPAC department. Will work with NAB staff relevant to the NABPAC and interacts with NAB members, PAC trustees and vendor/ suppliers to ensure that the NABPAC program is streamlined and efficient in its day to day operations. Will report to the Director, NABPAC. Specific Responsibilities:
File and organize NABPAC prior authorization forms
Organizing donor thank you letter process
Managing NABPAC Trustee donor lists both within Aristotle database and excel
spreadsheets
Updating donor contact information
Assigning donors to proper groups within Aristotle database
Responding to NABPAC material requests from NAB members
Updating Cook Political Report recipient lists
Assisting with creation of NABPAC communications and promotional materials
Assisting with Trustee blitz
Organizing donor comps for NAB Show
Assisting with data entry for the disbursement process
Attend weekly Government Relations meeting
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Additional Information:
Internship is available from March – May Part time work schedule around two days per week Hourly rate = $14.00
Application process:
Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]
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NEW POSTING!!
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Events & Opportunities NEW POSTING!!
Ameson Year in China (AYC) is a program that helps college graduates expand their horizons and enhance their careers by spending an academic year teaching, studying, and making a difference in schools and other placement sites across China. AYC program Benefits include:
- full legal working status in China - A monthly stipend of 5,000 RMB (about $800) - Free housing - 7,500 RMB (about $1200) travel allowance for your flight to and from China - Free lessons in Chinese language - Free basic health insurance in China - Pickup at airport and more!
The deadline for priority applications is March 31st, and the application process must be completed by May 15. Any native English speaker holding a bachelor’s degree or higher with U.S. or Canadian citizenship may apply. College seniors may apply if they will receive the physical copy of their diploma by June 15, 2014. For more information about AYC or to apply, please visit our website at http://www.ameson.org/ayc/.
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NEW POSTING!! Free LSAT Strategies Workshop GW’s Pre-Law Student Association is hosting an LSAT Logic Games workshop for all students interested in applying to law school. An LSAT instructor who scored in the 99th percentile on the LSAT will introduce some techniques for tackling the most intimidating section of the Law School Admission Test, the Logic Games. The LSAT is the single most important factor in law school admissions, so don't miss this free opportunity to get some helpful tips. Plus, all attendees are eligible for a $200 discount on a Blueprint LSAT Prep classroom course! Meeting information: Free LSAT Strategies Workshop Tuesday, March 25th 7:30-8:30pm Marvin Center 402 $200 LSAT Prep Discount!
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NEW POSTING!!
This month Learn Liberty Academy is offering an amazing weeklong session that will give students a real chance to see concepts learned in the classroom applied to the real world. In addition to offering flexibility and convenience, the online format combines discussion forums, videos on demand, and real-time Q&A sessions with the professors and allows students to engage with others from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. “Personal Finance: Obliterate Debt, Accumulate Wealth and Retire Rich” Student loans. Car loans. Family loans. No wonder students today have been labeled “Generation Debt!” But there a several principles and approaches that can start bringing immediate relief. Join Professor of Art Carden of Samford University as he covers the economics of making better financial decisions and helps you devise a fiscally sound plan to get you out of indebtedness altogether. March 31–April 4, 2014 Register Now! For more information, visit: LearnLiberty.org/Academy NEW POSTING!! Mideastwire.com and its partners are pleased to announce a series of Political Exchange Conferences this Spring & Summer: * The Fifth Tunis Exchange June 10-June 22 (Deadline I for applications, April 20) * The Third Istanbul-Ankara Exchange June 22-July 4 (Deadline I for applications, April 20) The Exchanges will immerse our participants in the politics of the specific country as well as the region, with a particular emphasis on direct engagement with high-level academic, political, intellectual and religious figures active across the spectrum. TO REQUEST AN APPLICATION FOR ANY EXCHANGE, email: [email protected] Note that tuition discounts are available for those applicants with demonstrated need as well as for alumni of our previous Exchanges. Furthermore, we can and will facilitate logistics for those students who wish to attend both the Tunis Exchange and the Istanbul-AnkaraExchange consecutively.
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NEW POSTING!!
With plans for greater growth in schools next year and mounting enthusiasm for Blue Engine on college campuses, we're excited to announce the addition of an April 7th application deadline. Apply now to spend next year in an NYC high school making a measurable impact and launching a career in education or social change.
We look forward to receiving your application. - Blue Engine
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NEW POSTING!!
Call for paper and panel proposals
VCU POLITICAL SCIENCE Presents
8th Annual Student Research Conference
“Politics, Society, and Foreign Affairs” Friday, April 11, 2014
Undergraduate and junior graduate students are invited to submit proposals to present completed research papers/projects, research-in-progress, or roundtable discussions on any topic related to the general fields of government, international, and public affairs. Students from colleges and universities in and around Virginia as well as overseas colleagues are invited to submit proposals as well. We invite faculty and experts from VCU and other institutions to chair and serve as discussants; each presenter will have 10-15 minutes to speak. The VCU Political Science program offers concentrated study in American Government, Public Policy, International Relations, Comparative Government and Politics, Political Theory and Research Methods, with strong connections to Sociology, Ethics, Religious Studies, Philosophy, Economics, and History, allowing for a wide array of possible paper proposals. This is your chance to share your interests with faculty and other students, to gain experience presenting your work in a professional conference environment, and to receive useful and constructive feedback on your research. Proposals should contain your name and e-mail address, your school and your major, the title of your proposed presentation, and a single paragraph describing your work. The deadline for submissions is Midnight, Monday, March 24, 2014. Please e-mail your submissions to [email protected] . Those selected to participate will be notified on a rolling basis by e-mail and all replies by no later than Friday, March 31, 2014. The one-day conference will also include additional panels on internships and careers in government and foreign affairs, a panel with information on graduate schools, and a buffet lunch served for all presenters and panelists in the afternoon. There is no fee for participation in the conference. If you have questions, please contact conference director, Professor Chris Saladino at [email protected].
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NEW POSTING!!
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SBP2014
April 1 – April 4, 2014, UCDC Center, Washington DC, USA Registration is now open! The 2014 International Conference on Social Computing, Behavioral-Cultural Modeling, and Prediction (SBP) is a multidisciplinary conference with a selective single paper track and poster session. SBP also invites a small number of high quality tutorials and nationally recognized keynote speakers. The SBP conference provides a forum for researchers and practitioners from academia, industry, and government agencies to exchange ideas on current challenges in social computing, behavioral modeling and prediction, and on state-of-the-art methods and best practices being adopted to tackle these challenges. Interactive events at the conference are designed to promote cross-disciplinary contact. Social Computing harnesses the power of computational methods to study social behavior within a social context. Behavioral Cultural modeling refers to representing behavior and culture in the abstract, and is a convenient and powerful way to conduct virtual experiments and scenario analysis. Both social computing and behavioralcultural modeling are techniques designed to achieve a better understanding of complex behaviors, patterns, and associated outcomes of interest. Moreover, these approaches are inherently interdisciplinary; subsystems and system components exist at multiple levels of analysis (i.e., "cells to societies") and across multiple disciplines, from engineering and the computational sciences to the social and health sciences. STUDENT TRAVEL FELLOWSHIPS AVAILABLE The SBP Conference will provide a limited number of student registration/travel awards to assist students to attend the conference. The awards will cover conference registration via reimbursement for local students. For non-local students, the award will cover reimbursement of up to $1000 for registration, travel, and lodging expenses. To apply for the award, students must:
1. Submit your request online using the Travel Scholarship Application Form available at http://sbp-conference.org/awards/
2. Ask a university faculty member to submit a simple letter of support confirming the applicant's student status to [email protected]
Students do not have to be an author of a paper or a winner of the challenge program of SBP 2014 in order to apply. Regular Deadline: March 31, 2014 For more information, visit: http://sbp-conference.org/
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NEW POSTING!!
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Internships
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Immediate D.C. Internship with Congresswomen Katherine Clark
Congresswoman Katherine Clark is accepting applications to fill an internships position in her congressional office in Washington, DC. This internship is a great opportunity for students to experience how a congressional office operates and gain real insight into the legislative process while serving the people of Massachusetts’s 5th District. Internship duties will include working with staff to research issues and process information, attending briefings on behalf of the office, assisting with administrative tasks, and other projects as they arise. An internship is an exciting opportunity for students interested in government, politics, and public policy, and will serve as a beneficial experience while exploring careers in these areas.
To apply, please email your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to [email protected]. Your cover letter should include the dates and times that you are available to intern. NEW POSTING!!
Doug Gansler for Governor campaign We all want to make a difference, but too many internships focus entirely on research and require students to get lost in the library. If you want to make a real difference in your community, consider an internship with the Gansler/Ivey Campaign. Interns will work closely with the statewide staff and participate in weekly briefings on the campaign as well as current events in Maryland politics. Interns learn basic skills that allow them to analyze issues and articulate solutions to the pressing problems of the day. This is a great way to get in on the ground floor of what will be one of the most-watched gubernatorial primaries in the country. Though responsibilities vary, most internships will include:
- Working with the candidate and community organizations to increase visibility and name identification throughout Maryland
- Assisting the campaign with fundraising, press, and social media. Interns will have the opportunity to work on a campaign where they learn about public interest issues, gain political knowledge, and see how the democratic process works. Our hours are flexible and we are open 7 days a week: 9am-9pm during the week and 10am-7pm on weekends. Opportunities for class credit and community service hours available. For more information contact Derry Kiernan, at (203) 843-7575, or at [email protected]
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J D A F R O N T L I N E TM
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES JDA Frontline, a fully integrated public affairs company, is looking for dynamic and motivated students interested in gaining hands-on experience from a group of strategic communications professionals. Overview JDA interns work side-by-side with a team that is focused on the evolution of the media environment, public opinion and policy-maker viewpoints, as it plans and executes public policy and issue management campaigns. As an intern, you will be exposed to an evergrowing arsenal of public affairs tools. Interns learn directly from their experience assisting with public affairs, marketing and media activities and developing the skills necessary for an exciting career in public affairs. Course credit is available depending on curriculum requirements. Duties JDA interns assist with activities such as media monitoring, drafting and distributing press releases, client research, campaign development, strategic planning and media relations. Requirements: Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements:
- Must be a full-time college student - Willing to commit to a weekly schedule - Must posses excellent written, verbal and creative thinking skills - Must be self motivated and ready to contribute to a team environment
Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter, and available writing samples to Bill Jaffee by email ([email protected]). To learn more about JDA Frontline visit www.jdafrontline.com.
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Intern with the Office of the Historian Office/Location: U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C. Proposed Starting Date: June 2014 The Office of the Historian seeks an unpaid intern with a strong interest in history. Responsibilities include assistance in day-to-day office operations, significant historical research, and other special projects as assigned. The intern must be highly motivated, collaborative, and possess excellent research and computer skills.
No phone calls please. Email a cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample (no more than 5 pages) to [email protected] (PDF preferred) or fax to 202-226-2931.
Please include “Internship Summer 2014” in the subject line of the email. NEW POSTING!!
The Kosciuszko Foundation in Washington, DC 2025 O Street, N.W. Washington DC 20036 For Spring 2014, Open until filled DUTIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: The Kosciuszko Foundation in Washington DC currently has an opening for an intern. The intern will help with several aspects of the Foundation’s activities: assisting with administrative duties, answering phones, planning events, planning and helping to execute membership campaigns and fundraising, community outreach, creating announcements and website updates. It is a great opportunity to learn about Poland and its history and culture as well as to meet Polish Washingtonians and other visitors interested in Polish affairs. HOURS: Flexible. Minimum six (6) hours per week. REQUIREMENTS: Excellent writing and communication skills, outgoing personality, good knowledge of computer applications. Working proficiency in Polish language a plus but not absolutely necessary. Candidates must be interested in Polish history and culture. HOW TO APPLY: Please write to Barbara Bernhardt at: [email protected] or call: 202 785 2320
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Summer Internships are also available! Visit : www.start.umd.edu
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SUMMER SENATE INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
OFFICE OF U.S. SENATOR EDWARD J. MARKEY
Internship positions are available between May and August of 2014 in the Washington, DC and
Massachusetts offices of Senator Edward Markey (D-Massachusetts) for college and graduate
students who are committed, hard-working individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in
public service and government work.
In the more than 38 years that Senator Markey has served in the U.S. Congress, he has been an
extremely active legislator, championing environmental issues and consumer rights. He has fought to
preserve the Artic Wildlife Refuge, to pass an Energy bill that improved fuel efficiency standards for
motor vehicles, helping to protect our planet from global warming. He is currently the Lead Co-Chair
of the Senate Climate Change Clearinghouse and served as the Chair of the Select Committee on
Energy Independence and Global Warming in the U.S. House of Representatives. Senator Markey has
also been a national leader in telecommunications and Internet policy, introducing legislation to
preserve net neutrality and working to break up telecommunications monopolies. He has been one of
the foremost opponents of nuclear proliferation. Senator Markey is a strong advocate of strengthening
investments in scientific and medical research, international development, homeland security issues,
and protecting consumer privacy.
Job Description for Washington, DC office: Interns are assigned to work with staff members based
on issue interests or expertise. The office seeks interns to work on a variety of issues, particularly
Foreign Policy, Environmental Policy, Health Policy and Global Health, Telecommunications, and
Education, but we welcome interns of all issue interests who possess a strong passion for public
service. Prospective interns will find detailed information on current initiatives by visiting Senator
Markey’s web site: http://www.markey.senate.gov/.
Job Description for Boston, MA office: Interns work with staff members to handle intake of new
constituent casework issues, contact federal agencies on behalf of constituents and relay responses,
complete research projects, answer phone calls, direct visitors and assist staff with administrative and
organizational tasks as they arise.
Commitment & Credit: During the summer, full-time internships are available for a minimum
period of eight weeks. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as
spaces are filled on a rolling basis. School credit is possible for all internships if arranged and
approved by the intern’s respective college or university.
Application Procedure: To apply, forward a cover letter specifying your issue interest and
availability, a resume (with GPA and ACT or SAT scores), contact information for three references,
and a 2-3 page writing sample to [email protected] by March 23, 2014.
Website: To learn more about Senator Markey’s work, visit his website at markey.senate.gov
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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SPRING & SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
The NRSC internship program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This program is designed to cultivate today's young leaders, provide campaign experience and prepare them for future opportunities. COMMUNICATION: The communication department is looking for students interested in writing and politics and have a background in journalism and/or political science. DIGITAL: The digital team is seeking interns interested in email marketing, social media, video production, online advertising, digital design, application, and web development. Formal training opportunities in online advertising, email management, and other fields will be offered. Experience in copy writing, coding, web development, and design are preferred but not required. FINANCE: The finance department offers an exciting and fast paced environment with firsthand experience in Finance, Financial Regulations, FEC Reports, and Campaigns. There are many events, networking opportunities, and fundraisers available to meet others and learn first-hand how politics is run. MEDIA: The media team is looking for students who are savvy with Facebook, Twitter and online social media websites. Duties will include updating and maintaining candidate statistics, working in the recording studio, and monitoring social media traffic. Video and photo editing experience is preferred, but not required. POLITICAL: The political department offers an exciting and fast paced environment with firsthand experience in political campaigns, strategy and networking. NRSC interns will contribute information, time and experience to help shape what will undoubtedly be an exciting election cycle for Senate Republicans.
RESEARCH: The research department is looking for interns who can dictate 24-hour news coverage into a well-formatted article, blog, or interest piece for the NRSC staff, consultants, and activists. Interns will also be providing updated information on candidates.
TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT nrsc.org/internships EMAIL [email protected] WITH ANY QUESTIONS
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NEW POSTING!! Internship - Congressman Adam Kinzinger (IL) is looking for unpaid interns in his Washington, DC office to start immediately. Interns will observe the inner workings of a Congressional office while gaining firsthand knowledge of the legislative process. Responsibilities include leading Capitol tours, answering phones, greeting constituents, assisting staff with legislative projects, and attending briefings and hearings. Ideal candidates should have a strong work ethic, be energetic and engaging, and possess a positive attitude. Candidates with Illinois ties are encouraged to apply. Please send resume and cover letter (with start date) to [email protected]. NEW POSTING!!
The Association of the United States Navy (AUSN), the premier voice and advocate for our nation’s current and former Sailors, is looking for a full or part time unpaid Legislative Intern for their offices in Old Town, Alexandria. Candidates should have, or be pursuing, a degree in Political Science/Government Affairs/Communications. Strong writing and personal skills a must! An interest and passion for the United States Navy and Navy Reserve is highly desirable. In addition to administrative tasks, i.e. answering phones and helping to schedule appointments, interns will monitor and write After Action Reports on Congressional Hearings of interest such as House and Senate Armed Services, Appropriations and Veterans’ Affairs Committee hearings. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend meetings with Congressional Staff along with the Legislative Director as well as other meetings off of Capitol Hill. The Legislative Director is also willing to oversee a research project of the intern’s interest if they are pursuing class credit for the internship. Candidates can submit a cover letter, resume and 1-2 page writing sample to the Director of Legislation, Mr. Anthony A. Wallis at [email protected] or fax it to 703-683-3647. Schedules are flexible/negotiable for the fall, spring, and summer and Metrorail travel reimbursement is available to interns as well as free parking at our headquarters off of King Street in Alexandria. The deadline for summer internships is April 10th.
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NEW POSTING!! The Japan Information & Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan is seeking unpaid, part to full-time interns (12-35hrs/week) for Summer 2014. Internship start/end dates and hours are customized with the academic schedule of the chosen candidate. The JICC is a part of the Public Affairs section of the Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC. Our primary role is to promote a better understanding of Japan and Japanese culture by providing a wide range of information and events to the American public, particularly in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. We strive to build bridges between the two cultures through various activities, such as film screenings, art exhibitions, lectures, an online newsletter, and school programs. The JICC is the gateway to connect the American public to Japan and the interns are an integral part of our efforts. Requirements
- Major in International Studies, Japanese Studies, Asian American Studies, Public Diplomacy, Political Science, or a related field.
- Japanese: Proficient to fluent in speaking/reading/writing - Interns are required to work at least 12 hours per week. Generally these hours are
between 9am-5pm Monday through Friday. On occasion, interns are asked to work evening/weekend events.
- Interns must be available to begin and end the internship within a week or two of the specified Internship Term. See below for specific Internship Term information.
- Candidates must either (a) be eligible to receive credit for the internship, or (b) have the internship noted on their academic transcript.
- Candidates selected for an interview must have an in-person interview at the JICC or the Embassy of Japan in Washington, DC during business hours.
- This position is open to Japanese and American citizens. The JICC, Embassy of Japan cannot sponsor visas for Japanese citizens.
Application Process (Application language is English.)
- Applications for Summer 2014 (early June ~ late August) must be received before April 7, 2014
- Email your resume and cover letter as a PDF file to Ms. Noe Steadly at [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications received, consideration of your application cannot be guaranteed if the submission instructions are not properly followed.
- Candidates chosen to be interviewed must submit all of the following documents at their interview: Copy of Student ID (2 copies), Copy of Passport(s) (2 copies), Copy of U.S. Student Visa (Japanese students only; 2 copies), Copy of Driver’s License (2 copies), College Transcript - unofficial transcripts are acceptable, Recommendation Letter from the Dean, Department Head, or Student Advisor
If you have any questions, please contact the Intern Coordinator, Ms. Noe Steadly, at [email protected].
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NEW POSTING!!
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) Research department is seeking full-time interns to help fight for Democratic candidates across the country. The DCCC specializes in framing the strategic message based on local concerns within the larger context of our national debate.
Interns must be able to keep strict deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. More importantly, they must have a passion for politics, policy, and electing Democrats to the House. Interns will support various members of the Research Department with both daily and long-term projects. Interns can expect to gain experience searching public records, tracking issues and policy on the Hill, and other tasks as needed.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Decisions are made on a rolling basis. NEW POSTING!! Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo is seeking qualified and interested interns for the Summer term in her Palo Alto, California and Washington, D.C. offices. These internships are Full-time and unpaid positions beginning in May and ending in August. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering phones and responding to constituent inquiries as well as policy research and legislative writing. Candidates with affiliations to the 18th
Congressional District are strongly encouraged to apply. Please complete the application located at http://eshoo.house.gov/uploads/intern_application.pdf and mail it to: Congresswoman Anna G. Eshoo Intern Coordinator 698 Emerson Street Palo Alto, California 94301 or email it or any questions to [email protected]. The deadline for interested applicants is April 14th.