Internship in Capitol Hill Office of Congressman Mike Thompson

Internship in Capitol Hill Office of Congressman Mike Thompson Moderate Senior Democratic member seeks unpaid interns for Fall 2014 (now to mid December) in a fast-paced congressional office where they will gain valuable exposure to and knowledge of the legislative process and the United States Congress. Applicants should be positive, motivated, organized and reliable individuals willing to assist with the legislative and administrative needs of the staff. Duties include greeting constituents, answering phones, leading tours of the Capitol, opening and sorting mail, attending briefings, performing legislative research and various other tasks to assist staff. Applicants must have strong written and oral communication skills. Successful interns will be able to find information with little assistance, be able to work both independently as well as part of a team environment, and possess a strong attention to detail. Northern California connections preferable. Please send resume, cover letter, availability (both during the week as well as a start and end date), three references and a one page writing sample to repmikethompson.intern@gmail.comwith “Fall 2014 Internship” in the subject line. Interns are needed ASAP and we will hire until spaces are filled. No phone calls please.