US Senator Chris Van Hollen's Fall Internship Program

Purpose: Provide unique educational and professional development opportunities for students in Senator Van Hollen's Capitol Hill, Rockville and Baltimore offices.

Award: Paid internship position

Program Details

Internships are available in three locations:

• Capitol Hill
• Rockville office
• Baltimore office

Primary Responsibilities

Capitol Hill:

• Supporting constituent correspondence by mail and phone
• Attending hearings and briefings
• Researching legislation and policy initiatives
• Composing press releases
• Compiling media clips
• Drafting memos for staff and the Senator

Rockville/Baltimore:

• Assisting with phone calls
• Supporting constituent casework
• Drafting correspondence to constituents and federal agencies
• Drafting memoranda for staff and the Senator
• Attending community events, meetings, and briefings

Eligibility Requirements

• High school junior or above
• Able to work minimum of 20 hours/week for Rockville or Baltimore office
• Able to work minimum of 24 hours/week for Capitol Hill office
• Fall Session: August 30 – January 14

Benefits

• Paid position
• Opportunity to be part of hard-working cohesive team
• Make a difference in the lives of others
• Increase understanding of government operations and U.S. Congress

Application Process

1. Submit application materials
2. Application deadline: July 1st at 11:59 p.m. for Fall session
3. Fall internship session runs August 30 – January 14

Requirements

• Minimum 20 hours/week for Rockville or Baltimore office
• Minimum 24 hours/week for Capitol Hill office
• High school junior or above
• Academic Year sessions available (Spring and Fall)