Job Number:
HoR-074-26-HC
Date Posted:
March 4, 2026
Position Title:
Press Intern
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
MD-03
Office/Company:
Hon. Sarah Elfreth
Reports To:
Amaya Madarang
Location:
Washington, D.C.
Contact:
Amaya.Madarang@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Paid Intern
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Internship
Description:
Join a freshman office where interns play an integral role in day-to-day operations and communications strategy.
Responsibilities:
Compiling daily news clips and tracking media coverage, Drafting and scheduling social media content across platforms, Assisting with video production and photography, Writing press releases, newsletters, talking points, and other public-facing materials, Maintaining and updating press lists, Supporting the communications team with special projects and administrative tasks as needed, Interns may also assist with general office duties, including answering phones, greeting visitors, attending hearings and briefings, and conducting Capitol tours.
Qualifications:
Strong writing and editing skills, Familiarity with major social media platforms, Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines, Interest in communications, public service, and Maryland politics, Previous communications experience (preferred but not required)
Instructions:
Email a cover letter and resume in a PDF to our Press/Digital Assistant, Amaya.Madarang@mail.house.gov with 'DC Press Summer 2026 Internship Application - First Name Last Name' as the subject line.
Other:
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or military status.
