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Law Student - Government in Newark, NJ **

Congressman Donald M. Payne Aug 22,2015 Jun 26,2015 Location Newark NJ
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Government

Law Student

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

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Fall Internship The interns will work in a fast-paced Congressional Office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the US Congress. Interns will gain practical experience while assisting Congressional staff, and have the opportunity to acquire a working knowledge of the day-to-day operations of the Legislative branch. Intern responsibilities include: greeting constituents and handling constituent phone calls, assisting staff with administrative tasks, conducting legislative research, and assisting with constituent correspondence. Will also have the opportunity to attend lunch discussions with speakers from different backgrounds and career fields, who will meet in an informal setting to discuss their work history and current positions, as well as provide advice and answer questions. The extended experience includes lunch lectures from policy experts on various legislative topics, and tours of various Washington sites, including the White House and US Capitol. Internships are open to all majors and designed for undergraduate students and recent graduates with an interest in public service. Starting and ending dates are flexible, depending on academic calendar, although prospective interns should be able to commit at least 15 hours per week over 2 or 3 weekdays. Strong academic background and interest in pursuing a career in public service or government required. Proficiency in MS Office or Corel WordPerfect required. New Jersey residency a plus. Application Deadline: Early September.

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