Internships and Fellowships

Thank you for your interest in the internship and fellowship program with the Committee on Education and the Workforce (Democratic Staff). Capitol Hill is a unique and historical place. Our internship and fellowship program is designed to take advantage of our location and provide an educational experience while helping to develop work skills. Please see below for the following opportunities:

Committee Intern

The Democratic Staff of the Committee on Education and the Workforce is currently accepting applications for our internship in Washington D.C.  This is a paid position.  Prospective interns will demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and will be able to prioritize and follow through on multiple tasks. Responsibilities include answering phones, sorting and responding to daily mail, assisting the front office, attending briefings/hearings and preparing memos for staff, performing various research projects, and assisting with other policy events. Interns will be selected based on the quality of their application materials and demonstrated commitment to public service. College students and recent college graduates are encouraged to apply. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. The office encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Interested candidates should submit their intern application, resume, cover letter, a one-page writing sample, and three references in a single PDF to E&L.Jobs@mail.house.gov by May 15, 2025. Please format the subject line of your email "First Name Last Name – Committee Intern – Fall 2025.

Legal Intern

The Democratic Staff of the Committee on Education and the Workforce is currently accepting applications for our legal internship in Washington D.C. Law interns are unpaid, however, academic credit can be received. Legal interns are paired with the policy team where they will assist with researching and drafting legislation, writing memos, talking points, and letters, covering briefings, hearings, and mark-ups. Interns will be selected based on the quality of their application and demonstrated commitment to public service. Candidates should have at least one year of law school, have strong research abilities and written and oral communication skills, and be capable of managing themselves and taking initiative.   The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. The office encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Interested candidates should submit their intern application, resume, cover letter, a one-page writing sample, and three references in a single PDF to E&L.Jobs@mail.house.gov by May 15, 2025. Please format the subject line of your email "First Name Last Name – Legal Intern – Fall 2025.

To Apply 

To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, three references, writing samples, and application form below to E&L.Jobs@mail.house.gov indicating type of internship in the subject line. Applications missing any of the requirements will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This office is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, gender, uniformed service, genetic information, or any other factor.