The DC office of Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is currently accepting applicants for paid and unpaid Spring internships (January – May 2025). The DC office offers two types of internships:

LEGISLATIVE INTERNSHIP

Legislative Interns assist the legislative staff by preparing briefing notes and memos, researching legislation, tracking legislative activity, providing mail program support, answering phones, inputting casework inquiries, attending hearings, and advancing the Congresswoman’s legislative agenda.

Ideal candidates for this internship are diligent, detail-oriented, and can excel in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, an ability to manage multiple short-term and stretch assignments, and a good sense of humor. Ties to Washington State are preferred, but not required. Applicants are encouraged to include any previous customer service experience (retail, food service, hospitality, etc.) on their resumes.

Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample not to exceed one page in length in a single PDF document to WA10resumes@gmail.com with “DC Spring Legislative Internship – [LAST NAME]” in the subject line. Please indicate in the cover letter which internship you are applying for and your dates of availability.

The deadline for applications is Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 5 PM ET, but applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early. Applications that are incomplete or submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

This office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Office and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factors. Individuals from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. Please no unsolicited phone calls or drop-ins.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

Communications Interns assist the communications staff by compiling media clips, drafting social media posts and press releases, creating digital content, answering phones, inputting casework inquiries, and aiding the Congresswoman’s communications efforts. Experience working in communications is a plus.

Ideal candidates for this internship are diligent, detail-oriented, and can excel in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, an eye for and ability to create engaging digital content, and a good sense of humor. Ties to Washington State are preferred, but not required. Applicants are encouraged to include any previous customer service experience (retail, food service, hospitality, etc.) on their resumes.

Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, a one-page writing sample, and a sample social media post with relevant written and visual components in a single PDF document to WA10resumes@gmail.com with “DC Summer Communications Internship-[LAST NAME]” in the subject line. Please indicate in the cover letter which internship you are applying for and your dates of availability.

The deadline for applications is Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 5 PM ET, but applicants are encouraged to submit their application early. Applications that are incomplete or submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

This office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Office and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factors. Individuals from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. Please no unsolicited phone calls or drop-ins.

The Office of Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is currently accepting applications for a part-time paid, hybrid in-person/remote Spring internship (March – June 2024). 

DISTRICT INTERNSHIP

Interns will be asked to answer phones, assist the constituent services team, attend virtual events, research projects, and aid our press team, Congresswoman, and district staff. As a result, interns learn about constituent services, community engagement, and the many other functions of a congressional office. 

Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail, customer service skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a good sense of humor. South Puget Sound ties are preferred, but not required. 

Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, a one-page writing sample, and dates of availability in a single PDF format to WA10resumes@gmail.com with “WA10 District Office Intern” in the subject line. The deadline for applications is Monday, August 26, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application early.

This office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Office and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor. BIPOC applicants are encouraged to apply. Please no unsolicited phone calls or drop ins.