Opportunities

Internships

House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Press/Digital Intern

The Democratic Staff of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs seeks a press/digital intern for the Fall 2025 semester. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Compiling and distributing morning press clips,

  • Tracking media hits for Committee members,

  • Assisting with video shoots,

  • Assisting with creating messaging packets and digital toolkits for the caucus,

  • Writing first drafts of remarks, press releases, and video scripts,

  • Developing social media content, and

  • Clipping floor and hearing remarks from members. 

A strong work ethic, the ability to excel in fast-past environments, and a willingness to assist wherever needed is a must. 

The ideal candidate will have strong oral and written communications skills, be detail-oriented, has a familiarity with social media platforms, and have a desire to help veterans and learn about the Committee and the legislative process. The Committee strongly encourages veterans, minority, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and HBCU and MSI students to apply. 

This paid, full-time or part-time, in-person position is based in Washington, D.C. 

Candidates should submit their application, including a resume, cover letter, and writing samples, through the online form.

The deadline to apply for this internship is 5 p.m. on Friday, August 1, 2025.

 

House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Law Clerk

The Democratic Staff of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs seeks a law clerk for the fall 2025 semester. The law clerk will work with Democratic staff on various research projects, legislative activities, and oversight efforts. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Conducting research,

  • Drafting memos, letters, and other written materials,

  • Attending briefings and hearings,

  • Assisting with Committee events, and

  • Completing other tasks as assigned.

Qualified candidates will be second- or third-year law students who have a demonstrated interest in public service, Congress, or veterans policy. Candidates for this position must have superior organizational skills, a strong work ethic, ability to pay close attention to detail, as well as excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. Additionally, the ability to excel in fast-past environments and a willingness to assist wherever needed is a must. 

The Committee strongly encourages veterans, minorities, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and HBCU and MSI students to apply. 

This paid, full-time or part-time, in-person position is based in Washington, D.C. 

Candidates should submit their application, including a resume and cover letter, through the online form.

The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.