Democratic senator seeks a Boston-based fellow for Summer 2024. Primary responsibilities include supporting casework and outreach activities, working with constituents and stakeholders, and contributing to the senator’s oversight work. Candidates should have exceptional writing, communication, and project management skills. This is not an internship nor an entry-level position; strong candidates will possess a college degree or commensurate work history and a demonstrated interest in working on issues related to veterans, military families, health care, Medicare, or Medicaid. 

The Senator’s office is an equal-opportunity employer. The office does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or uniformed service. The office is committed to inclusion and encourages all individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Please submit a resume and cover letter to  bostonfellowsummer2024@gmail.com by Friday, May 10, 2024.

Democratic Senator seeks an in-person press intern in the Washington D.C. office for the summer (mid-May to late-August 2024). Responsibilities include compiling press clips, conducting research, maintaining and creating press lists, monitoring media, and assisting the press staff with the day-to-day operations of a very active press office. The ideal candidate for this internship will be a team player with excellent communication skills. Virginia ties are a plus but not required. The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Please send one PDF with your cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating the job referral number in the subject line by 11:59 AM on April 24, 2024.

Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, is seeking current law students to serve as Law Clerks for the Fall of 2024. Law Clerks will work with the attorneys on Senator Durbin’s Senate Judiciary Committee team and will be given assignments that involve conducting legal research; drafting memos that analyze case law, statutes, and legislation; attending briefings; and preparing for congressional hearings.

Assignments are related to issues that fall under the Senate Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction, including judicial nominations, immigration, civil rights and civil liberties, criminal law and criminal justice reform, constitutional law, antitrust, and intellectual property. While the majority of the work is substantive in nature, legal interns are also assigned some administrative tasks, such as assisting with hearing operations. Academic credit--based solely on each institution's criteria--may be earned.

The application window is April 3 to May3 and applications received early will be given preference. Applicants are strongly urged to send their materials as soon as possible, as positions fill quickly. Remote clerkships are not available at this time. Detailed instructions can be found on the application. If you have questions about the Law Clerk Program please email lawclerk_questions@judiciary-dem.senate.gov or call 202.224.7703. Students with ties to Illinois or who attend law school in Illinois are strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants, if accepted, will be eligible for a stipend.

The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Members of all diverse communities are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should apply through the Senate Office Application Manager.

The U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations office of Ranking Member Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) is seeking law clerks for the summer of 2024.  The position offers law students the opportunity to gain experience conducting congressional oversight and investigations.  Law clerk responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting memorandum, letters, and reports, assisting Subcommittee staff in performing administrative duties, and other duties as assigned.  Law clerks will work closely with senior counsels and professional staff on a wide range of issues.  This position is unpaid, but law school credit is available.  Previous Capitol Hill, prosecutorial, investigative, or litigation experience preferred, but not required. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume to psirepclerk@gmail.com. 

The Office of U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is looking for an individual who is interested in a full-time, Press Internship, starting in late April. If accepted, you will work closely with the communications team and gain valuable experience. Interns help coordinate logistics for press conferences in the U.S. Capitol, answer press calls, assist with media monitoring, rapid response, and the Senator’s daily clips collection and distribution. Tasks require individuals to be detail oriented with strong writing and grammar skills. Recent graduates with a communication or political science background are encouraged to apply. This position is for immediate, full-time availability only. The application is open as long as it is listed on the Senate Bulletin. Stipends are available to apply for. The Office of Senator Gillibrand is an equal opportunity employer. To apply: Please fill out the DC Press Internship Application which can be found HERE.

Senator Hirono seeks law clerks for the summer to work with her Judiciary Committee team. Primary responsibilities include: preparing for legislative, nominations, and oversight hearings; legislative and legal research; and other responsibilities as assigned. Candidates must be strong writers, detail-oriented, able to work under tight deadlines, and able to handle multiple projects and short deadlines.

Candidates must be current law students and must be able to work full time (36-40 hours week) While some hybrid work may be available, this is an in-person opportunity, and law clerks must be based in or near Washington, D.C. for the tenure of their clerkship.

For more details and to apply, please visit: https://www.hirono.senate.gov/help/students/clerkships. Members of all diverse communities are encouraged to apply. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Applications are due March 1, 2024 and will be considered on a rolling basis.