Internship at the Office of Senator Chris Coons (D-DE)

The Office of Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) seeks unpaid interns for his office in
Washington, DC for the winter and spring semesters of 2018. 

Responsibilities include answering phones, greeting visitors, sorting mail, handling requests for flags and tours, and assisting front office as well as legislative staff. 

Internship positions are full or part time. 

This position requires outstanding organizational abilities, strong communication
skills, attention to detail, poise, flexibility, and an ability to prioritize in an extremely
fast-paced office. Motivated, hard-working, and professional applicants looking to get a
taste of Capitol Hill are encouraged to apply. 

Interested candidates should visit Senator Coons’ website at www.coons.senate.gov to apply. The application portal can be found under the tab “Services” and will require a completed questionnaire, a resume, cover letter, two professional references, and one brief (2-3 pages) writing sample related to your major. Applications received by November 3rd, 2017 will be given priority.

Delaware ties are a plus, but not required.