Internships

Thank you for your interest in working for Energy & Commerce Democrats. We currently accepting applications for the following position:

Communications Intern

The Democratic Staff of the House Energy and Commerce Committee seeks a motivated and creative full-time, paid Communications Intern for Fall 2025. 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: 

1. Designing graphics
2. Editing and captioning videos
3. Compiling daily press clips
4. Photographing hearings and events
5. Drafting social media content for social media platforms
6. Measuring social media content 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 September to December 2025 – but this timeline is flexible based on applicant availability. Interested applicants should submit their resume, cover letter, one writing sample (two pages 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 “Fall 2025 Comms Intern [First Name] [Last Name]” in the subject line. The deadline to apply is Friday, August 8. Please no phone calls or drop-ins.