Internships

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Fall Legislative Intern

The Democratic Staff of the House Energy and Commerce Committee seeks qualified undergrad students that have completed at least two years of school and/or recent graduates for Legislative Interns for the Fall 2026 session. 

An internship with the Energy and Commerce Democrats is designed to give students and recent graduates a thorough understanding of a congressional committee’s role in the legislative process.  Throughout the course of the program, interns will assist staff with administrative tasks such as answering phones, conducting legislative research, and preparing materials for staff and member briefings.  In addition, interns will have the opportunity to shadow staff at hearings and markups, as well as attend briefings on subjects within the Committee’s broad jurisdiction.

Our ideal candidates are organized and committed students or recent graduates eager to join a fast-paced environment and build upon their knowledge of how Congress works—in particular, the role that congressional committees play in the federal legislative process.  Superior writing and communication skills, attention to detail, and a sense of humor are required.  Full-time availability is preferred, but part-time candidates are eligible as well.

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.  Interns will receive a stipend, and applicants may request the Committee’s assistance to receive credit from their educational institution.

Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, and one writing sample (two pages max.) to InternshipResume.EC@mail.house.gov.  In your cover letter, please indicate preferred start/end dates for scheduling purposes and whether you are available to work full-time or part-time.  Please put “Fall 2026 Legislative Intern Application” in the subject line. The deadline for Fall 2026 applications is July 20, 2026.  Please no phone calls or drop-ins.

Fall 2026 Press Internship

The applications for the Fall 2026 Press Internship have not yet opened. Please check back for updates.