If you want to work for the United States Senate we suggest you visit its online Employment Bulletin. Here is one example from Senator Rounds’ office.
Deadline for Summer Internship Application: February 15, 2018
Internship opportunities will be available in my Washington, D.C., Pierre, Rapid City and Sioux Falls offices during the Spring, Summer and Fall semesters.
Job Positions and Duties
Duties in the Washington, D.C., office may include tracking legislation, researching bills, attending committee hearings and briefings, leading tours of the U.S. Capitol, handling constituent phone calls, sorting mail and providing legislative support.
Duties in the South Dakota offices include researching constituent inquiries and requests, participation in outreach activities, assisting staff on special projects, handling phone calls and constituent requests and sorting mail.
Skills You Wil Learn
In all offices, students will work closely with constituents and staff, polish their research and writing skills and gain an in-depth understanding of a Senate office.
College credit is available.
Contact Info:
- Name: Rebecca Herman
- Email: rebecca_herman@rounds.senate.gov
- Phone #: (605) 224-1450
- Office Locations
How to Apply: filling out the online form on Senator Rounds’ webpage.