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Internships

Internships are an excellent opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in politics or government. Internships are offered in the Washington, D.C. office, as well as 9th District offices in Southern Pines and Fayetteville.

Our interns help staff with a variety of duties, which will vary according to each office location. Their primary roles are to handle mail and assist with phones. They also help compile research, conduct Capitol tours, write legislative correspondence, attend committee hearings, gather news clippings, assist with management of the constituent database, and assist with scheduling requests. 

In addition, our staff works with interns to involve them in the educational opportunities available in Congress and Washington, D.C. Our intern coordinator will keep interns aware of lectures and seminars taking place in and around the Capitol, as well as other activities for interns while they are in Washington.

In the district, interns can expect to gain an understanding of how representatives can help citizens with federal issues, and will be exposed to casework inquiries, policy discussions, and the latest news in Washington. Interns within the district will also be given the opportunity to work in the field with congressional staff.

Our office’s internships are unpaid, and interns are responsible for their own housing. My staff will be happy to make housing suggestions. Additionally, my intern coordinator is very willing to work with college professors and interested students to design a specific internship that will fit both the office's needs and the student's needs.

The application process for Spring 2024 is now open. Our office will begin accepting applications for Summer 2024 starting in March 2024.

Interested candidates should fill out the internship application below and submit a resume. If you would like more information on Congressional Internships in North Carolina or Washington, D.C. please contact our office at (202)-225-3715 or email thomas.rigali@mail.house.gov

Internship Application Form