Spring DC Legislative Intern - Policy & Hearings (Paid)

Messiah University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Academic credit

Job summary

Senator Maria Cantwell's Washington, DC office offers a Spring 2027 Legislative Intern program in Washington, DC. Interns will work with the Senator's staff on policy research, memo writing, hearings, and constituent engagement from January to May 2027.

Applications run from October 21 to November 6, 2026. The internship offers an hourly wage of $15 for 30 hours per week and can provide academic credit in collaboration with the student's school.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and organized students or recent graduates interested in public policy and learning about the U.S. Senate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy and legal research, memo writing, and attend and transcribe Congressional hearings and briefings.
• Engage in front office operations, interact with constituents in person and by phone, and conduct staff-led Capitol tours.
• Support constituent outreach, casework, and correspondence.

Job description

Senator Maria Cantwell's Washington, DC office offers a Spring 2027 Legislative Intern program in Washington, DC. Interns will work with the Senator's staff on policy research, memo writing, hearings, and constituent engagement from January to May 2027.

Applications run from October 21 to November 6, 2026. The internship offers an hourly wage of $15 for 30 hours per week and can provide academic credit in collaboration with the student's school.