Digital Communications & DC Autonomy Intern

Longwood University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Office of Senator Jain in Washington, DC seeks a 2027 Summer Digital Communications and Legislative Intern. The role involves producing social media graphics, infographics, and video content, plus drafting a bi-weekly newsletter and supporting Congressional and DC government engagement.

The internship emphasizes real responsibilities and hands-on work in DC autonomy advocacy, with a hybrid in-person/remote schedule and a 10-week summer term.

Qualifications

• College student matriculating in the District of Columbia.
• Willing to commit to 20–30 hours per week for 10 weeks.
• Strong written and basic graphic/video editing skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create attention grabbing graphics, infographics, and record and edit videos for posting on social media platforms.
• Draft a bi-weekly newsletter.
• Staff the senator at official meetings with Members of Congress, DC Councilmembers, and their staff, hearings, and events.
• Monitor congressional actions/hearings and communicate with government offices about DC autonomy legislation.
• Draft summary documents and remarks on DC legislation and responses to constituents.
• Brainstorm ways to increase involvement in DC Home Rule and DC statehood visibility.

Job description

Office of Senator Jain in Washington, DC seeks a 2027 Summer Digital Communications and Legislative Intern. The role involves producing social media graphics, infographics, and video content, plus drafting a bi-weekly newsletter and supporting Congressional and DC government engagement.

The internship emphasizes real responsibilities and hands-on work in DC autonomy advocacy, with a hybrid in-person/remote schedule and a 10-week summer term.