Paid Legislative Internship: Policy Research

Congressman James Walkinshaw; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 2,700 - 3,300; Full time

Job summary

Congressman James Walkinshaw's office in Washington, DC offers a Legislative Internship that provides hands-on experience in congressional operations. Interns perform a range of administrative and legislative tasks and gain exposure to policy processes.

Responsibilities include assisting constituents, conducting policy research, drafting memos, organizing materials, and supporting communications and outreach across the office and digital channels.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college or a recent graduate seeking hands-on policy experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented office environment.

Responsibilities

• Constituent communications: draft responses and manage inquiries.
• Legislative research: collect policy information, draft memos, and attend briefings.
• Administrative duties: organize materials, manage front office, and coordinate visitors.
• Communications: assemble daily press clips and help manage the office website and digital platforms.

Skills

Constituent services

Legislative research

Administrative support

Communications

Education

College student or recent graduate

Job description

Congressman James Walkinshaw's office in Washington, DC offers a Legislative Internship that provides hands-on experience in congressional operations. Interns perform a range of administrative and legislative tasks and gain exposure to policy processes.

Responsibilities include assisting constituents, conducting policy research, drafting memos, organizing materials, and supporting communications and outreach across the office and digital channels.