US House Internship Vacancy List -- September 30th, 2013

House Vacancy Announcement and Placement Service (HVAPS)B-235 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 202-226-5836 Vacancy Bulletins are available for pick-up in Longworth HOB - B-227 (CAO First Call Customer Service Center) or in the CAO Human Resources Office - Ford HOB 102. To Subscribe or Unsubscribe to the Vacancy Listserv visit: http://www.house.gov/content/jobs/ Job Line: 202-226-4504_____________________________________________________________________________________ INTERNSHIP VACANCY LISTINGWeek of September 30, 2013 MEM-298-13California Democratic Member is seeking a qualified applicant for an internship position in his Capitol Office. Responsibilities include corresponding with constituents, leading tours of the Capitol, assisting with projects including press and legislative research, and administrative duties as needed. The staff member will have the opportunity to attend briefings and hearings on the Hill as well as network and learn from senior staff. Candidates should be detail oriented, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have an ability to multitask and be flexible in a fast-paced environment. Multilingual applicants, particularly those speaking Spanish, are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should apply at the following link: https://vargas.house.gov/services/internships/congressional-internship-application No phone calls or drop-ins please. MEM-294-13The office of a conservative Republican member is looking for an unpaid intern in his Washington, DC office to begin immediately. Interested candidates must be professional, reliable, self-motivated and hold conservative political beliefs. Responsibilities include answering phones, researching legislative issues, participating in a robust constituent correspondence program and conducting tours of the Capitol. If interested, please send your resume, cover letter and 2 writing samples to gopsoutherninternship@gmail.com with “Immediate Internship” in the subject line. MEM-293-13Illinois Representative John Shimkus is looking for recent college graduates or current college students for unpaid congressional internship positions. These internships are available now on either a full-time or part-time basis. Qualified candidates will be highly organized, prompt, responsible, and ready to work in a fast paced environment. Strong oral and communication skills are a must. Daily duties will include assisting staff, answering phones, organizing mail, giving tours of the Capitol Building, and attending hearings and briefings for legislative staff. Interns will gain valuable Capitol Hill experience and further their understanding of the legislative process. Illinois ties are preferred but not necessary. All interested applicants should e-mail their resume and/or cover letter to midwestinternship@gmail.com. MEM-290-13Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) is seeking a highly-motivated, selfstarting and detail-orientated individual for his fall internship program. Main responsibilities include answering phones, processing mail, drafting constituent correspondence letters, researching legislative issues, attending congressional hearings/briefings/seminars, and assisting in administrative operations. The internship is unpaid. Work may qualify for academic credit, depending on the requisites of the college or university. Please e-mail your cover letter, resume and a short writing sample to Christian Sy at christian.sy@mail.house.gov MEM-289-13Representative Bill Johnson (OH-06) is currently seeking 2013 fall interns for the months of September – November. Responsibilities will mostly include, but are not limited to: greeting guests in the front office, answering phones, giving Capitol tours, attending and summarizing hearings and/or briefings for legislative staff, and performing various administrative tasks. Ohio ties are preferred, but are not required. The months of the internship may vary depending on the availability or school schedule of the applicant. If interested, please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to: intern.oh06@gmail.com MEM-288-13Congressman Jerry McNerney (CA-09) is accepting applications for internship positions available for Fall 2013. This unpaid internship will provide valuable hands-on experience in a Congressional office and a greater understanding of the legislative process. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, attending Congressional briefings, giving tours of the Capitol, responding to constituent inquiries, and helping to process tour and flag requests. Qualified applicants should possess a professional and courteous demeanor, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task, fastidious attention to detail, and interest in the legislative and governmental process. This is an excellent opportunity for college students and recent graduates seeking Capitol Hill experience. All majors are encouraged to apply. California District 9 ties preferred, but not necessary. Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover letter and a short writing sample to nick.sullivan@mail.house.gov with “Fall 2013 Internship” in the subject. Please also include dates of availability. MEM-286-13The office of Congressman Dennis A. Ross (FL-15) is currently seeking unpaid Interns in the Washington D.C. office for the 2013 Fall semester. The start and stop dates can be flexible, with the semester starting in September and extending through December. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, answering phones and mail, attending hearings, leading tours and providing support to legislative and communications staff in both DC and the district. Ideal candidates should have strengths in research, writing and multi-tasking, with an ability to interact well with constituents. Florida ties are preferred, but are not necessary. Interested candidates should apply through the website: http://dennisross.house.gov/constituentservices/internships.htm. MEM-284-13The office of Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO-02), is seeking unpaid full-time and part-time interns for the Washington, DC office with availability beginning early September and ending in December. Intern responsibilities include correspondence with constituents, leading tours of the Capitol, assisting with projects including press and legislative research, and administrative duties as needed. Interns will have the opportunity to attend briefings and hearings on the Hill as well as network and learn from senior staff. Candidates should be detail oriented, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have an ability to multitask and be flexible in a fast-paced environment. Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and any questions to alex.sarnowski@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop ins please. MEM-283-13The office of Congressman Tom Price (GA-6) is seeking full and part-time interns for Fall 2013 in our Washington, DC office. Interns are an important component of our day-to-day operation and will have the opportunity to see the legislative process firsthand. Intern duties include, but are not limited to, conducting legislative research, attending Congressional hearings and briefings, and communicating with constituents. The ideal candidate should be personable, a strong communicator, and a team player. Although this internship is unpaid, we’d be happy to make arrangements for a student to receive college credit. Those with an interest in healthcare policy are also encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send an updated resume to Meghan Graf at Meghan.Graf@mail.house.gov. MEM-281-13A member of the House Leadership is seeking responsible self starters to intern in the fall. Successful candidates will have strong interpersonal communication skills, as well as substantial writing and research experience. Intern responsibilities will include: attending hearings and briefings, leading Capitol tours, performing legislative research, handling constituent’s calls, and assisting in office administration. Ideal applicants will serve at least three days a week and will have compelling references. Interested candidates should email his or her resume and references to GOPinternshipManager@gmail.com