Internships

Thank you for your interest in an internship with E&C Democrats. 

Spring 2026 Press Internship

The Democratic Staff of the House Energy and Commerce Committee seeks a motivated and creative full-time, paid Communications Intern for an immediate start in January 2026. The Communications Intern will work closely and collaboratively with a fast-paced communications team on both digital and traditional press projects. Qualified candidates should have demonstrated graphic design experience, strong writing skills, and an eye for engaging social media strategy. Knowledge of video editing software is a plus.  

Responsibilities may include: 

• Designing graphics
• Editing and captioning videos
• Compiling daily press clips
• Photographing hearings and events
• Drafting content for social media platforms
• Measuring social media success  

All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or age. Women, minority, and veteran candidates are highly encouraged to apply. 

Ideally, the internship will run from January through mid-Spring 2026 – but this timeline is flexible based on applicant availability. Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, one short writing sample (1 page max.), and one graphic design sample to InternshipResume.EC@mail.house.gov. In your cover letter, please indicate preferred start/end dates for scheduling purposes.Please put “January 2026 Comms Intern [First Name] [Last Name]” in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
 

Spring 2026 Legislative Internship

The application for the 2026 Spring Legislative Internship has closed. Please check back in early spring for the opening of the 2026 Summer Legislative Internship.