Date Posted:
July 20, 2026
Position Title:
Fall Communications Intern
Office/Company:
Rep. Marilyn Strickland
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
WA-10
Job Number:
MEM-231-26
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
WA10resumes@gmail.com
Salary:
Primary Role
Paid Intern
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
The DC office of Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) is currently accepting
applicants for a paid Fall Communications Internship with a start date
of Monday, August 24, 2026, until December 2026, with the potential to extend.
Responsibilities:
Communications Interns assist the communications staff by compiling media clips,
drafting social media posts, press releases, and blog posts, and creating digital content.
This is in addition to answering phones, inputting casework inquiries, and aiding in office
needs.
Qualifications:
Experience working in communications is a plus. Ideal candidates for this internship are diligent, detail-oriented, and can excel in a fast-paced environment. Applicants should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, an eye for and ability to create engaging digital content, and a good sense of humor. Ties to Washington State are preferred, but not required.
Instructions:
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, a one-page writing sample,
and a sample social media post with relevant written and visual components in a
single PDF document with “DC Fall Communications
Internship-[LAST NAME]” in the subject line. Please indicate in the cover letter which
internship you are applying for and your dates of availability.Applicants are encouraged to include any previous customer service experience (retail, food service, hospitality, etc.) on their resumes. While the deadline for applications is Wednesday, August 5th at 5PM EST, applications
will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants are encouraged to submit their
application early. Applications that are incomplete or submitted after the deadline will not
be considered. Please no unsolicited phone calls or drop-ins.
Other:
This office is an Equal Employment Opportunity Office and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factors. Individuals from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
