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Summer Internship at Office of Senator Deb Fischer: Gain Valuable Experience in the Legislative Process and Serve the Nebraska Constituency
Are you a strong communicator with an interest in the legislative process? The Office of Senator Deb Fischer is offering a summer internship program that will provide you with firsthand experience in . Senate operations and the opportunity to serve the Nebraska constituency. As an intern, you will have the chance to develop your writing, research, and public speaking skills while paying attention to detail. This is a competitive and ongoing selection process, with priority given to Nebraska applicants. Internship offers will be extended as positions remain available, and each session will close as soon as the available positions are filled.
Internship Responsibilities:
- Leading . Capitol tours
- Processing constituent correspondence
- Attending briefings and committee hearings
- Compiling press clips and tracking legislation
- Monitoring Senate floor proceedings
- Drafting correspondence
- Assisting constituents with federal casework
- Conducting legislative research
Internship Sessions:
- Spring: January – May
- Summer: June – August
- Fall: September – December
Location and Availability:
Internships are available throughout the year in the Washington, . office, as well as the Nebraska offices in Lincoln and Omaha. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with a minimum of hours per week. Candidates must be available during the designated session dates and must indicate their preferred office and session on the Internship Application Form.
Application Process:
To apply, please complete the Internship Application Form and submit it along with your resume, cover letter, completed essay questions, letters of recommendation, and transcript to Denise Barrett at . Only completed applications will be considered, and candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Intern Coordinator. Please refer to the website for internship session dates.
Internship Application Form:
The Internship Application Form is available on the website and should be completed and scanned before submission. The form asks for basic personal information, such as name, date of birth, contact information, and citizenship status. Candidates must also indicate their availability and whether they plan on receiving academic credit for the internship. Two of the three essay questions must also be completed in 350 words or less.
Essay Questions:
Candidates must complete two of the three essay questions provided on the application form. These questions include:
- Why do you want to work for the Office of Senator Deb Fischer?
- What issues interest you the most?
- What do you hope to accomplish during your internship?
Application Packet Checklist:
- Internship Application Form
- Current resume
- Completed essay questions (2)
- Letters of recommendation (2)
- Transcript (unofficial transcript is acceptable)
- Cover letter
Application Deadline:
The selection process is ongoing, and internship offers will be extended as positions remain available. However, priority is given to Nebraska applicants, and each session will close as soon as the available positions are filled. Candidates are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible to increase their chances of acceptance.
Salary Information:
Unfortunately, the internship program at the Office of Senator Deb Fischer is unpaid. However, it provides valuable experience and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Job Title:
Summer Intern at Office of Senator Deb Fischer
Experience Information:
No prior experience is required for this internship program. However, applicants should possess strong writing, research, and public speaking skills with attention to detail.
Summer Internship at Office of Senator Deb Fischer: Gain Valuable Experience in the Legislative Process and Serve the Nebraska Constituency
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- Are you an effective communicator interested in learning more about the legislative process?
- Gain first hand experience of . Senate operations
- Serve the Nebraska constituency
- Strong writing, research, and public speaking skills required
- Internships available in Washington, . and Nebraska offices
- Priority given to Nebraska applicants
- Selection process ongoing and competitive
- Sessions available in spring, summer, and fall
- Application deadline: submit as soon as possible
- Unpaid internship with valuable experience and growth opportunities
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