House GOP Job list

April 16, 2009
Press Secretary – Representative Ander Crenshaw seeks to interview candidates for the position of Press Secretary. Successful applicants will have excellent written and verbal skills. Candidates should be able to demonstrate prior experience in managing multiple communications projects. Core responsibilities include: developing, managing and coordinating the office’s overall press strategy; implementing the office’s press plan, including writing press releases, op-eds, direct mail pieces, talking points, organizing press events, maintaining the official website, maintaining press database, writing e-newsletters & coordinating Tele-town halls. Additional responsibilities include organizing news conferences, preparation for radio/television interviews, interacting with local press contacts, and acting as the office’s principal spokesperson. Capitol Hill experience and prior experience with implementing new media strategies including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc., would be helpful. Florida ties a plus, but not required. Please e-mail a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to FL04Jobs@mail.house.gov. No calls or drop-ins please.

Staff Assistant – Congressman Michael McCaul’s office seeks a staff assistant for the Washington, D.C. office to answer phones, greet constituents and appointments, oversee tour requests and flag orders, supervise interns, and assist with various legislative research and correspondence tasks. The ideal candidate will be professional, have superior communication and organizational skills, some experience with congressional correspondence and have a strong work ethic. Strong Texas ties and a bachelor’s degree are required. Please email cover letter and résumé to gene.irisari@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
April 9, 2009
Communications Director – Congressman Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-05) is seeking an experienced Communications Director to handle all aspects of his press operation. Ideal candidates for this Washington, DC based position will have 4 years of solid work experience; possess strong written and oral communication skills, and has an understanding of new media. Responsibilities include writing press releases, responding to press inquiries, pitching stories, and producing columns and a bi-weekly newsletter. Pennsylvania ties and Capitol Hill experience a plus, but not required. Please email all resumes to Resumes.PA05@mail.house.gov, attention Jordan Clark, with ‘Communications Director’ in the subject line.

Press Secretary – Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen seeks to interview candidates for the position of Press Secretary for a fast-paced office. The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal skills as well as the proven ability to manage multiple communications projects. She/he will be responsible for developing, managing and coordinating all communications activities, including writing press releases, op-eds, direct mail pieces, talking points, organizing press events, maintaining the official website including design, implementing new media strategy including Facebook, Twitter, etc., maintaining press database, writing e-newsletters & coordinating Tele-town halls. Duties will also include organizing news conferences, briefing the Congressman for radio interviews, writing and implementing PSA’s from the Congressman, interacting with the press as the Congressman’s principal spokesman and coordinating the Congressman’s overall press relations. The ideal candidate will have Capitol Hill or relevant press experience, the availability to work extended hours and under time pressure. Please email a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to opportunity2442@gmail.com . Note “Press Secretary” in the subject line.

Military Legislative Assistant – The Office of Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) is seeking a Military Legislative Assistant (MLA). It is important that the MLA have familiarity with the DOD POM Process, overall budgeting, and the ability to track major acquisition and RDT&E programs, particularly with respect to shipbuilding. Additionally, prior legislative experience with the Defense Authorization and Appropriations Process is preferred. An ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines is necessary. Significant travel to the district and other military installations is required. Virginia ties and prior military service are helpful. Interested applicants should fax a cover letter and resume to the attention of Mary Springer at (202) 225-4382. No calls or emails please.

Legislative Assistant – The Office of Congressman Randy Forbes (R-VA) is seeking a Legislative Assistant whose primary focus will be health care, education, transportation, and related appropriations issues. Responsibilities of this position will include writing 20% of the legislative mail, briefing the Congressman on relevant policy developments, formulating legislative proposals, interacting with federal agencies, and developing health care-related outreach and constituent-based service. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are a must. The ideal candidate will have several years of Hill experience and a proven record of implementing legislative initiatives and building coalitions. Professional health care experience or ties to Virginia are strongly preferred. Please email resume, cover letter, and a sample constituent letter to VA04jobs@mail.house.gov with subject line: Attn: LA Position. No calls, drop-ins, or faxes, please.

Part-Time Speechwriter – Rep. Ted Poe (R-TX) is seeking a part-time speechwriter, whose primary duties would include writing daily (1 min-5 min) floor speeches based on current events and office interests. Other communications material may also be periodically requested. Qualified candidates will be asked to submit sample writing. Start date: April 21, 2009. Undergraduate degree in History, English, Journalism or related field required. Must be an established writer with 4+ years of experience; experience in topics related to Judiciary and Foreign Affairs committees as well as immigration, energy and border security preferred. Comparable salary for part-time staff – based on experience. Benefits and telecommuting offered. Contact Rep. Poe’s chief of staff: Janet.Diaz-Brown@mail.house.gov.

Interns – The office of Congressman Thaddeus McCotter (MI-11) is seeking unpaid interns to immediately fill positions for the spring and summer semesters. Interns will have the opportunity to attend Committee hearings, learn about legislative processes, and assist in the daily operations of a Congressional office. This is a wonderful opportunity for those who are interested in politics, as you will be working for a member of the Republican leadership office. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and outgoing. Applicants are also encouraged to seek academic credit with their institutions. The ideal candidate will be able to start immediately. Michigan ties are a plus! If you are interested in applying for this internship, please e-mail a resume, cover letter and references to Brian.Romano@mail.house.gov.

April 2, 2009

Paid Internship – Congressman John Sullivan (R-OK) is seeking an individual to fill an internship position that is available immediately. This internship is a perfect opportunity to gain Hill experience. General responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering phones, opening and sorting mail. Additional duties may include conducting research, attending hearings, handling constituent correspondence and assisting staff members. Southern ties a plus but not mandatory. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to OK01jobs@mail.house.gov.

Summer Intern – The office of Congressman John Campbell (CA-48) is seeking unpaid interns for Summer 2009 in the Washington D.C office. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, excellent writing and research skills, and be highly organized. California ties are a plus!! Please send resume and cover letter to Carolyn.Noble@mail.house.gov subject: Intern Application. Please visit Campbell.House.gov for further information.

Interns – The office of Congressman Zach Wamp (R-TN) is seeking qualified interns to fill full and part-time positions immediately. Work for an energetic, results-oriented Republican and gain invaluable, career-building experience on Capitol Hill by assisting in daily Congressional office duties, helping with incoming constituent communication, and aiding legislative staff and communications director on special projects. This internship is unpaid and requires a minimum time-commitment of three half-working days per week (15 hours). To apply, please fill out the application listed on our website and send it, along with a resume to the attention of Intern Coordinator (preferably in Word format) by email to ehall@mail.house.gov or fax to: 202-225-3494.
March 30, 2009
Summer Intern – The office of Congressman Pete Olson (R-TX-22) is seeking interns for the Summer Intern Program of 2009. Duties include answering phones, sorting correspondence, giving Capitol tours to constituents, assisting the Staff Assistant with other basic front office duties, and any other duties as requested by staff members. Candidates should have a strong work ethic, be highly organized and motivated, and have a “no task is too big or too small attitude”. This internship is unpaid. Qualified applicants should send a completed application, cover letter, and resume to the Intern Coordinator at Ademide@mail.house.gov . The deadline for submission is April 3, 2009. To request an application, e-mail Ademide Adedokun at Ademide@mail.house.gov.
March 26, 2009
Legislative Assistant – The Office of Congressman Peter Roskam is seeking applications for a Legislative Assistant position to handle healthcare and other domestic policy issues. The LA will be expected to brief Mr. Roskam on relevant policy developments, formulate legislative proposals, interact with federal agencies, and interface with the District Office to communicate a positive healthcare message and develop outreach and constituent-based service. Ideal applicant would have two to three years Hill experience, strong writing skills and an ability to work well in a fast-paced legislative shop. Appropriations experience would be helpful. Illinois ties a plus. Please send resume and two writing samples to RoskamResumes@gmail.com.
March 19, 2009
Legislative Correspondent – Steve King (R-IA) seeks highly motivated individual with exceptional writing, customer service, organizational and computer skills. Responsibilities include organizing and responding to all mail, assisting legislative staff in research projects, training/supervising interns and answering phones. Applicants should be pro-life conservatives. Iowa ties are a plus. Please send your resume and cover letter explaining why you would like to work for Steve King by email to brenna.findley@mail.house.gov with Legislative Correspondent in the subject line.

Summer Internship – Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) has paid and unpaid internship opportunities available in his Washington, DC office for the upcoming summer semester. Duties include answering phones, attending hearings, scheduling tours for constituents, processing mail, and helping legislative staff with research and constituent correspondence. Wisconsin ties are a plus. Full and part-time positions are available. Please e-mail a cover letter and a resume to Joseph at Joseph.Zapf@mail.house.gov.

March 16, 2009

Technology and New Media Assistant – Republican Committee seeking to fill a junior-level communications position that will report to Communications Director. The candidate will be expected to manage the website renovation process, identify new and creative ways to bring the Committee’s message to a broader audience online, and ensure that the Committee’s message is adapted properly for new media vehicles. The Candidate must be skilled at using video, photography and audio hardware and software. Excellent writing skills also a plus. Ideal candidate would be creative, proactive, hard working, and professional. Please submit resume and samples of new media work by email to Tech_NewMedia@mail.house.gov.

Internship – Capitol Hill Internship available for the spring to assist Congressman Ed Royce (CA-40) and his staff in the overall day-to-day operations of the office by investigating constituent requests and drafting responses, answering telephones, greeting visitors, and guiding tours of the Capitol. As an intern, you will be assigned research projects as needed. Interns have the opportunity to attend committee hearings and otherwise take advantage of the unique perspective of Capitol Hill. We make it a priority to give our interns a first hand view of the legislative process and we make every effort to provide them with a worthwhile learning experience. This is an excellent opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in obtaining Capitol Hill experience. Please fax or email cover letter and resume to kathryn.alpago@mail.house.gov, 202-226-0335.
March 12, 2009
Unpaid Internship – The House Republican Policy Committee is looking for self-motivated, hard-working, intelligent people for a Spring internship. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to answering phones, responding to mail, building and updating distribution lists, assisting with new media, conducting research, and performing other administrative tasks. Candidates must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and start immediately. Please attach resume, cover letter and references to hrpc@mail.house.gov

March 9, 2009

Unpaid Internship – Republican Governor is requesting resumes for hard working, detail oriented, and self motivated students interested in a unique and active internship program in his Washington, D.C. Office. The candidate will gain valuable intergovernmental experience learning the state’s role in Federal Relations. You must be friendly, have basic administrative skills, and the drive to work hard in a small office environment. Please email resume to craig@nevadadc.org .

March 5, 2009

Interns – Spring interns wanted to assist Congressman Petri (R-Wisconsin) and his staff in the overall day-to-day operations of the office by investigating constituent requests and drafting responses, answering telephones, greeting visitors, and guiding tours of the Capitol. They will also be assigned research projects as needed. Interns have the opportunity to attend committee hearings and otherwise take advantage of the unique perspective of Capitol Hill. We try to give our interns a firsthand view of the legislative process and we make every effort to provide them with a worthwhile learning experience. This is an excellent opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in obtaining Capitol Hill experience. These unpaid positions are full or part-time with flexible scheduling available. Fax cover letter and resume to 202-225-2356.
March 2, 2009
Legislative Correspondent/Systems Administrator – Conservative CA Republican seeks highly motivated individual with exceptional writing and computer skills. Responsibilities include organizing and responding to mail, attending congressional hearings, assisting legislative staff in research projects, answering phones, and maintaining office computer systems for a tech savvy member. Prior Hill experience and California ties a plus. Send your resume by email to myresume@mail.house.gov
Staff Assistant – Congressman Paul Ryan’s office seeks a staff assistant for the Washington, D.C. office to answer phones, greet constituents and appointments, oversee tour requests and flag orders, supervise interns, and assist with various legislative research and correspondence tasks. The ideal candidate will be very professional, have superior communication and organizational skills, and have a good work ethic. Strong Wisconsin ties and at least a bachelor degree are required. Please email cover letter and résumé to 01wisconsin@gmail.com. No phone calls or drop-ins please.
February 26, 2009
Legislative Assistant – Congressman John Shadegg (AZ-3) seeks conservative Legislative Assistant with a strong background in health care, tax, and financial services issues. Hill or related experience strongly preferred. Responsibilities include advising and assisting member on health care issues before the Energy and Commerce Committee. Applicant should have strong communication, writing, and coalition building skills, as well as an ability to handle multiple projects at a time. Please send resume and two writing samples to arizona03@gmail.com

Intern – The Republican staff of a House Committee is now accepting applications for two paid internships. Vacancies are to be filled immediately. Responsibilities include: answering phones, sorting mail, updating press lists, greeting visitors, hearing set-up and letter writing. Interns will be assigned legislative research and special projects as needed. The ideal candidate will be motivated, mature, detail orientated and possess the ability to multi-task. This is an excellent opportunity for a college student looking to gain experience working on the Hill. Paid Spring Interns will work a minimum of 3 days a week, from 9:00am-5:30pm. Metro benefits may be provided. Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to GOP_intern@mail.house.gov