Fall Legislative Intern

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Date Posted:
July 27, 2026
Position Title:
Fall Legislative Intern
Office/Company:
Rep. Marilyn Strickland
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
WA-10
Job Number:
MEM-241-26
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 Legislative Internship with a start date of Monday, August 24, 2026, until December 2026, with the potential to extend.
Responsibilities:
Legislative Interns assist the legislative staff by preparing briefing notes and memos, researching legislation, tracking legislative activity, providing mail program support, answering phones, inputting casework inquiries, attending hearings, and advancing the Congresswoman’s legislative agenda.
Qualifications:
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. Applicants are encouraged to include any previous customer service experience (retail, food service, hospitality, etc.) on their resumes.
Instructions:
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and a one-page writing sample in a single PDF document with “DC Fall Legislative Internship-[LAST NAME]” in the subject line. Please indicate in the cover letter which internship you are applying for and your dates of availability. The deadline for applications is Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 5 PM ET, but applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early. Applications that are incomplete or submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
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. Please no unsolicited phone calls or drop-ins.
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WA10resumes@gmail.com
Fall Legislative Intern
MEM-241-26