Date Posted:
July 20, 2026
Position Title:
Fall Press Intern
Office/Company:
Rep. Mike Levin
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
CA-49
Job Number:
MEM-233-26
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
CA49.DCInternships@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Stipend or Academic Credit
Primary Role
Paid Intern
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
Congressman Mike Levin (CA-49) seeks press intern for his Washington, D.C., office for
the Fall 2026 term. This internship provide an opportunity for undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates to learn more about the workings of a Congressional office, the legislative process, and the role of a communications team. Internships last approximately three to four months and are intended to be an educational experience. Internships are offered for either academic credit or a stipend.
Responsibilities:
Press intern responsibilities include:
• Assisting the Communications Director and Digital Manager/Press Secretary in
drafting and editing social media content, digital graphics, and other digital
materials,
• Drafting press releases, newsletters, remarks, and talking points,
• Compiling daily press clips and maintaining press lists,
• Answering phones and processing mail,
• Leading constituents on tours of the Capitol,
• Working on other administrative and communications-related tasks, as directed.
Qualifications:
Internship applicants must be high school graduates. Current students and recent graduates will be given first priority for the internship program. Interns should have a general understanding of the U.S. political system, value open communication, be eager to grow, and bring a can-do attitude. Press interns should have strong social media skills and basic familiarity with graphic
design and video editing. Applicants with strong ties to the
49th District are given preference.
Instructions:
To apply for an internship with Representative Levin, please email a cover letter,
resume, three references, and a brief writing sample all in one pdf file, with the file
name including internship class, year, last name, and first name (i.e.
Fall2026.Doe.Jane.pdf) by July 23. Please
specify you are applying for the press internship. Submission of a sample graphic or similar communications work with your application is strongly encouraged.
Other:
This office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. We deeply value the diversity of our employees and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
