Spring 2027 Washington, D.C. Internship

United States Senate; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The Office of United States Senator John Fetterman in Washington, DC seeks spring 2027 interns for both full-time and part-time slots. Internships provide exposure to public service, the legislative process, and community engagement, with emphasis on writing and communications.

Interns will support policy work, scheduling, administration, and press relations. Applicants should meet urgent deadlines, work autonomously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment; Pennsylvania ties are given priority.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Genuine interest in public service and the legislative process.

Responsibilities

• Support policy work, scheduling, and administrative tasks.
• Assist with press relations and media outreach.
• Contribute to projects across diverse topics and backgrounds.

Skills

Strong writing

Communication skills

Team player

Adaptable

Open to feedback

Public service interest

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student

Job description

The Office of United States Senator John Fetterman seeks full-time and part-time interns for the spring 2027 semester. Internships with the Office of United States Senator John Fetterman offers students a deeper understanding of public service, community engagement, and the legislative process. Competitive candidates are strong writers with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills. Successful interns are good team members, adaptable, and open to feedback. While a demonstrated interest in public service is appreciated, we value diverse experiences and backgrounds. Applicants with Pennsylvania ties are given priority.

An internship in Washington, D.C. will focus on policy work, scheduling and administrative support, and press relations. Applicants must be able to meet urgent deadlines, work autonomously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Washington, D.C. internships are open to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as, veterans enrolled in educational programs.

Internships are paid unless in conflict with degree requirements, outside stipends, or other unique circumstances. Senator Fetterman is deeply committed to fostering an office full of experiences, perspectives and walks of life.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.