Date Posted:
May 26, 2026
Position Title:
Legislative and Communication Interns
Office/Company:
Rep. Mark Takano
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
CA-39
Job Number:
MEM-164-26
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
Primary Role
Paid Intern
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
The Office of U.S. Representative Mark Takano (CA-39) seeks legislative
and communications interns to serve for the Fall of 2026 in the
Representative’s Washington, D.C. office. All interns will be paid a monthly stipend of
$1500.
Responsibilities:
Interns will work with the D.C.-based staff performing legislative,
communications, and administrative work. Tasks include answering phones,
sorting and drafting responses to constituent correspondence, attending
briefings and hearings, performing legislative research, drafting
communications material, and supporting staff members on various
projects.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates should be professional and possess excellent
communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to public
service and progressive values. State and/or district ties (Riverside, CA) are a
plus.
Instructions:
Interested applicants should go to takano.house.gov/services/internships and follow all instructions in order to apply. The application period for Fall 2026 internships is now open and will grant offers on a rolling basis until August 1st.
Other:
The Office of Representative Mark Takano is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, new Americans, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
