Temporary Communications Assistant

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Job Number:
MEM-087-26
Date Posted:
March 23, 2026
Position Title:
Temporary Communications Assistant
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
OH-13
Office/Company:
Hon. Emilia Sykes
Reports To:
Location:
Akron, OH
Contact:
JoinTeamSykes@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Primary Role
Communications Staff
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Temporary
Description:
Congresswoman Emilia Sykes (OH-13) is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Temporary Communications Assistant to work in her Akron, Ohio office full-time from mid-June to the end of October, 2026. This position will work closely with the communications director and the district-based team.
Responsibilities:
Job responsibilities include editing videos, creating graphics, photographing events, writing press releases and short speeches, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Excellent writing, verbal and organizational skills are essential along with the ability to be a self-starter while working in a fast-paced environment. Previous communications experience is required.
Instructions:
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, one writing sample, and one creative sample such as a video or graphic you’ve created, to JoinTeamSykes@mail.house.gov with “Temporary Communications Assistant” in the Subject Line. Applications will be accepted until the end of business on Friday, April 17. No phone calls, faxes, or dropins please. This position is based in Akron, Ohio.
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JoinTeamSykes@mail.house.gov
Temporary Communications Assistant
MEM-087-26