Internships - Congresswoman Julia Brownley

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My office offers exciting part-time and full-time internship opportunities in both Washington, DC, and Ventura County. Interns gain hands-on experience in public service, working directly with constituents, assisting with legislative research, and supporting the day-to-day operations of a congressional office.

Internships require a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week for part-time positions. Both paid and unpaid opportunities are available, with paid interns receiving a monthly stipend based on their schedule. College credit may also be available, depending on school requirements. All internships are in-person.

Strong candidates should possess:

Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable assisting both constituents and Members of Congress
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Keen attention to detail and strong work ethic
A team-oriented mindset
Basic knowledge of the U.S. Government

Ties to California’s 26th Congressional District are strongly preferred.

Application Deadlines:

Semester	Semester Duration	Application Deadline
Spring	January – May	December 1st
Summer	May – August	April 1st
Fall	August – December	July 1st

* Session start/stop dates do have flexibility based on school schedules and programs.

Washington, DC Office

In my Washington, DC office, internships run throughout the spring, summer, and fall The Washington, DC office offers internships during the spring, summer, and fall semesters for college students. Hours are flexible to accommodate course schedules but generally take place Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Interns will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced congressional office. Responsibilities include answering phones, coordinating and leading U.S. Capitol tours, researching legislation for legislative staff, attending hearings, briefings, and press conferences, assisting the communications team, drafting constituent correspondence, and supporting other projects as needed. This internship is an excellent opportunity for those interested in public service and the legislative process.

District Office

The district office offers internships year-round for college students. Hours are flexible based on course schedules but typically follow office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Interns will develop professional skills while assisting with constituent casework, attending local community events, and supporting district-based projects. This internship provides valuable experience working with congressional staff and community members while offering insight into the district office’s role as a liaison between constituents, local government, and federal agencies.

Congressional Internship Application Form

Note: Fields marked with an * are required.

Before starting your application, please prepare a cover letter, resume, and a 1-2 page writing sample (.txt, .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf). You will also need the names and contact information for three references.

Applicant Contact Information

First Name*

Last Name*

Address Line 1*

Address Line 2

City*

State*

Zip Code*

Email*

Date of Birth*

Phone*

Preferred Internship Position

First Choice*

Second Choice

What semester are you applying for?

Preferred Start Date*

Preferred End Date*

Weekly Availability*
Please indicate your weekly availability (e.g., 35 hrs/wk, Mondays 9am-5:30pm, etc.). D.C. office business hours are M-F 9am-6pm. District office business hours are M-F 8am-5pm, accepting both full-time and part-time (20+ hours) interns.

Applicable Internship Skills

Have you served a prior internship in Washington D.C. or in a district office? If yes, with whom?

Please list specific areas and issues of interest*

Academic Information

Education*
Please list schools attended, starting with your most recent institution

If you are currently enrolled in college/university, please answer the following:

Is academic credit available for internships?

YesNo

Years in School

Graduation Date

GPA

Major

Activities/Honors

Career Objectives

Advisor's Name*

References
Please include three references, including their names, relationships to the applicant, and their email addresses.

Please use this box to write a brief paragraph about yourself, including the reasons why you would like to intern in a congressional office.

Emergency Contact Information

Emergency Contact Name*

Phone Number*

Application Materials

Cover Letter

Resume

Writing Sample

Your file size can not exceed 500KB. Documents must be the following file types: .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, .txt

Macintosh users: Your document must have a file extension. Resave it using your word processor with the appropriate extension from the above list.