PAID Congressional Internship (Summer 2022)
College to Congress
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
About the role
Application deadline
January 15, 2022 10:59 PM
Seasonal role
(5/30/22 – 7/30/22)
Estimated salary
$6,000.00 Per month
US work authorization
Required
CONGRESSIONAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (SUMMER 2022)
What: We provide full-time, paid Congressional internships to underrepresented students. The program covers ALL expenses for students. C2C will:
- Secure paid Congressional internships
- Cover ALL expenses (housing, food, transportation, professional clothing, etc.)
- Provide training and support with top DC public service professionals
- Connect you with the robust C2C Alumni Network
- Foster lifelong friendships with other C2C “Hill-terns”
Eligibility:
- Be a current junior or senior in college (at the time of applying) or be a recent graduate (within one calendar year of when the summer program begins)
- Qualify for FAFSA Pell Grant, have DACA status, OR receive federal financial aid as a student with disabilities.
- Complete “Interning in Congress 101” online coursework on C2C-U by Thursday, February 17th, 2022. We will be requiring proof of completion before offering acceptance, so get started today!
- NOTE: This is a great FREE online program to help you create a Hill-ready resume, leverage your LinkedIn network, and more. Upon completion, all C2C-U alumni have access to our mentorship portal, job board, and LinkedIn group–all of which are designed to help you land a Congressional internship.
Where: Washington, DC
When: May 30 – Jul 30, 2022 (9 weeks)
MORE INFORMATION – HOW DOES THE C2C INTERNSHIP PROGRAM WORK?
Our internship program takes place during the Summer, a busy time in Congress. If you are selected to join the program, we will work with you to secure an internship in either the House of Representatives or the Senate using our network of Congressional Champions. Your job as an intern can range from attending hearings on behalf of congressional staff, orchestrating tours of the Capitol, fielding constituent calls about current policy, or writing floor speeches.
If you land a coveted spot in our internship program, pack your bags because we’ve got you covered. We cover the entire cost of your flight to and from D.C., as well as provide a professional clothing allowance to best prepare you for your Congressional experience. During your internship we provide paid housing on the Hill, a food and living stipend, and a DC metro stipend.
We also provide leadership training to help you navigate the ins and outs of Washington, D.C. Our goal is to provide personalized support and to facilitate a smooth transition from college to Congress. Training is focused on professional etiquette, financial literacy, advocacy, policy-making, and public speaking. Our tailored programming involves local partners in the private and public sector from academics to nonprofits. Many of our speakers and facilitators are senior-level executives and staffers with decades of experience on both sides of the aisle.
We recognize the power that emanates from mentorships and the benefits that accrue from diverse perspectives. Interns are paired with a mentor to guide them through their internship and provide assistance as they parlay their internship experience into a long-term career.