Job Number:
0583
Date Posted:
February 3, 2026
Position Title:
Summer 2026 Legislative Internship
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
DE-SR
Office/Company:
Sen. Chris Coons
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
Primary Role
Paid Intern
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Internship
Description:
The Office of Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) seeks interns for his office in Washington, DC for summer 2026. The internship will run from June 1st to August 7th, 2026. Delaware ties are preferred.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include answering phones, sorting mail, handling requests for flags and tours, and assisting legislative staff in research. Internship positions are full or part time.
Qualifications:
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.
Instructions:
Motivated, hard-working, and professional applicants looking to get a taste of Capitol Hill are encouraged to apply. Those who are interested in and eligible to receive a paid internship are required to submit additional application materials to help determine their financial need. Application deadline is March 4th. Interested candidates should visit Senator Coons’ website at https://www.coons.senate.gov/services/resource-guides/internships/. Applications require a completed questionnaire, a resume, cover letter, and one brief (2-3 pages) writing sample related to your major. Our office offers paid internships to applicants with demonstrated financial need.
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