Western Democratic Senator is seeking a Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff and Legislative Director. Applicants must be detail oriented, well organized, able to handle a fast-paced work environment and work well in a team environment.  Candidates should be personable, dependable and professional, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.  Duties include, but are not limited to, coordinating and compiling the Senator’s daily briefing folder, answering phones, and other administrative duties as assigned, as well as providing support as needed to the Director of Information and Technology, scheduling, press, and legislative staff. Technology skills a plus.  Please email a cover letter and resume to DemSenatorJob@gmail.com indicating “Special Assistant” in the subject line.

Senate Democratic committee staff is seeking an experienced investigator to carry out oversight and investigations activities for ambitious oversight agenda.   Four to five years of legislative oversight experience or equivalent preferred.  Applicants must have superior oral and written communication skills and the ability to generate new ideas.   Equal Opportunity Employer. Send resume, references and salary history to investigate202@yahoo.com.

Senior Democratic Finance Committee member seeks experienced Legislative Assistant to manage committee portfolio.  This is a senior level position. This portfolio includes tax and Social Security as well as banking, housing, and small business related issues.  The successful candidate will have significant tax policy experience, demonstrated legislative achievements, and strong writing and interpersonal skills.  Capitol Hill experience and the ability to work in a collaborative environment is a must.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Temporary position(s) available to assist Southern Republican Senate office leading tours of the United States Capitol in the spring.  Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, energetic, possess a positive attitude and have the capability to work with large groups in a high-paced environment.  Previous experience leading tours of historic buildings is a plus but not required. Training will be provided.  Qualified candidates must commit to working February 11th through May 24th 2013, including Spring break.  Resumes and cover letters along with hours of availability will be received by email at gopvacancy@gmail.com.

Democratic Senator on Finance Committee seeks highly motivated and energetic individual for Legislative Assistant position handling tax issues.  Qualified candidates will have deep knowledge of tax policy, and strong writing and analytical skills.  The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment to public service and be proactive, resourceful, well-organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment. Prior Hill experience and an advanced degree are strongly preferred.  We are an equal opportunity employer.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.  

Centrist Democratic Senator seeks a team-oriented, mature Communications Director who will thrive in a fast-paced, active office. Strong strategic planning, organizational, communication and writing skills are required. Ability to staff a public figure, good judgment, maturity, press contacts and creativity a must. Experience and familiarity with home state, Congress, and legislative issues important. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: advocating a legislative agenda in state and national media; keeping connected to constituents through traditional and new media;  contributing to the content of speeches; writing op-eds, news releases, floor statements, quotes, talking points and other material clearly, accurately and quickly; assisting with creative ways to connect with constituents;  and oversight and management of communications staff. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

The Office of Senator Al Franken is accepting applications from current law students for law clerk positions for the summer of 2013. Clerks will assist the counsels and staff of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law on a variety of policy issues, including privacy, antitrust, judicial nominations, crime, civil rights including LGBT rights, civil liberties, immigration, and campaign finance.  We have a strong preference for 2Ls and 3Ls. This position is unpaid, but the office will support successful candidates' efforts to obtain outside funding.  Minnesota applicants are strongly encouraged to apply, but all are welcome. To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, 2-3 references, and a 5-page writing sample to Alvaro Bedoya at alvaro_bedoya@judiciary-dem.senate.gov. Please include "Summer Law Clerk Applicant" in the subject line of the email. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until Friday, January 18th.

The Senate Republican Conference seeks undergraduate students or recent graduates for a semester internship beginning mid-January and lasting through May 2013 to assist a professional staff.  Responsibilities include administrative tasks, conducting research, assisting with press events and website maintenance, and strategically thinking with staff members regarding different political issues.  Candidates should possess strong writing and research skills.  Prior political experience is preferred.  All internships are full-time and unpaid.  You can learn more about the SRC by going to republican.senate.gov.  Visit thune.senate.gov to learn more about Senator Thune who chairs the Conference.  To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample, one letter of recommendation, and two references to resumes@src.senate.gov

Democratic staff for the Senate Commerce Committee seeks an experienced Attorney to assist with the Committee’s oversight and investigations agenda.  Requirements:  Minimum of four years of relevant experience, excellent research and writing skills, and negotiation experience.  Preference will be given to applicants with congressional investigatory experience, but applicants with related legal experience will be considered.  Interested applicants should e-mail cover letter, resume, and writing sample to sencommerceoversight@gmail.com

Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid interns in Washington, DC. Part-Time interns will also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference. It is preferable, but not required, if the candidate is available immediately, and can continue work through May. Responsibilities include compiling press clips, answering reporter inquiries, organizing press conferences, writing press releases and memos, conducting research and assisting the Press Staff with day-to-day operations of a very active press office. Applicants must work well under pressure, have excellent written and oral communications skills and a desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates should have a general understanding of governmental process, knowledge of the Northeast, and interest in communications. Candidates with New York ties are preferred. If interested, please send Cover letter, Resume and References via email to SchumerPressInternship@gmail.com

Democratic Senator on Foreign Relations Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to handle committee portfolio.  This is a senior legislative position.  The ideal candidate will have (1) significant foreign policy and trade experience; (2) ability to work well in a team-oriented office; (3) ability to produce legislative results, demonstrated through prior professional achievements; (4) Capitol Hill experience; and (5) extremely strong written, oral and interpersonal skills. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Senator on Armed Services Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to handle committee portfolio.  This is a senior legislative position, responsible for issues of particular interest to the Senator.  The ideal candidate will have (1) significant experience in military and veterans issues; (2) ability to work well in a team-oriented office; (3) ability to produce legislative results, demonstrated through prior professional achievements; (4) Capitol Hill experience; and (5) extremely strong written, oral and interpersonal skills.  Military experience is a plus. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

The office of U.S. Senator Mark Kirk, Republican from Illinois, seeks unpaid interns for this winter and spring semesters. Qualified candidates are enthusiastic, professional students or recent college graduates with a strong interest in public service. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: attending briefings and drafting memos for staff members, handling constituent calls, performing legislative research, and other front office administrative duties.  Strong communication skills and a team attitude are required to fit into a fast paced environment. No capitol hill experience necessary, Illinois ties a plus. If interested in this opportunity please complete an application: http://www.kirk.senate.gov/pdfs/internApp113.pdf and send all completed materials to: internship@kirk.senate.gov

Progressive Democratic Senator on the Commerce Committee seeks Legislative Assistant to handle Commerce-related portfolio, with a particular focus on consumer protection and internet issues.  This is a senior legislative position, responsible for issues of particular interest to the Senator.  The ideal candidate will have (1) a dynamic, resourceful, and results-driven personality, demonstrated through prior professional and/or academic achievements, (2) Capitol Hill experience and/or keen political instincts, and (3) a background in Commerce Committee issues.   Strong interpersonal and communications skills are essential, as is the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Committee seeks interns for the spring semester.  Responsibilities will include researching legislative issues, assisting with hearing preparation, and performing administrative tasks. Full-time and part-time positions available. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to hsgacspring2013interns@gmail.com

Senate Democrat seeks Legislative Correspondent to work on the foreign affairs and trade portfolio.   Job duties include responding to constituent letters, preparing documents for Committee meetings, tracking votes, and handling some legislative issues.  Applicants should have 1-2 years of work experience related to foreign policy issues and/or trade issues,  excellent writing skills, and the ability to multi-task and work in a high-speed environment.  Candidates that can fluently speak and write in Spanish are highly encouraged to apply. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senator Tom Carper is accepting applications for Spring legislative Interns.  This unpaid internship presents an opportunity for both a unique learning experience and an inside look at the political process. Interns attend hearings and events and perform research on a wide variety of legislative issues. They also gain valuable experience by monitoring media outlets for daily developments, preparing briefing books, assisting with U.S. Capitol tours for constituent groups and providing general office support. Candidates should possess strong writing and research skills and a demonstrated interest in public service.  Preference is given to applicants from Delaware. Applications are considered on a rolling basis with a final deadline of January 18, 2013.  Please email interncoordinator@carper.senate.gov for more information or find the application at: carper.senate.gov/interns

Moderate Democratic Senator is seeking an Education Legislative Aide to handle issues including elementary and secondary education, early childhood education, and higher education policy. Responsibilities include researching and developing policy; drafting memos, speeches, and talking points; and handling education correspondence. Qualified candidates will have strong writing, analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills; sound political judgment; and the ability to perform well under pressure. Strong background in education reform preferred. Capitol Hill experience a must. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senior Democratic Senator seeks Legislative Assistant to handle health portfolio.  SIGNFICANT HEALTH POLICY EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED, including knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, insurance, and public health programs.   Hill experience is preferred.  Must be a strong writer, a team player, and able to work quickly under tight deadlines.  Send resume and brief, 1-3 page writing sample to us.senate.employment@gmail.com

Western Democratic Senator seeks an unpaid intern for the spring semester. Responsibilities include: assisting Administrative Director with general support while improving archival practices in the DC office and eight state offices, establishing and implementing preservation criteria, records management system and disposition schedule for historical archives, identifying Senate available resources and further developing and improving electronic access for archives, identifying our archival collection with emphasis on long-term value and short-term need, privacy concerns and non-paper media, helping to manage and retain permanently personal-official Senate records for eventual deposit in a research repository including political, legislative, press and administrative records.  Qualified applicant should have strong organizational skills, be detail oriented and be able to lift 40-pound boxes of archiving material. Full-time and or part-time interns will be considered.  Undergraduate and graduate students seeking substantial Hill experience should apply.  Hours and length of internship are flexible to accommodate school and/or other part-time positions.  Please email your resume and cover letter to internship@baucus.senate.gov.

Senior Western Democrat seeks proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented person to fill Legislative Assistant position handling judiciary, immigration, and education policy issues.  The LA will be responsible for covering issues within Senate Judiciary Committee jurisdiction, including judicial nominations, immigration reform, constitutional law, intellectual property, privacy issues, and cybersecurity, and all education matters, including early education, elementary and postsecondary education, higher education, federal financial aid, science and technology research, and rural education.  The LA will work closely with the Senate Judiciary Committee to move judicial nominations for vacancies relevant to the Senator’s home state.  The LA will work closely with legislative correspondents on approving their research and responses for new issues, in addition to approving answers to the constituent mail in their areas. LA will also coordinate and track legislative interests in the state through state office field representative. Travel to the state and staffing the Senator is required. Primary duties: assisting in development of policy positions and legislative initiatives; monitoring legislative activities in committee and on the Senate floor; assisting LC in answering legislative mail; researching and writing statements, speeches, and staff position papers, briefing memoranda, and other materials; assisting communities and organizations in the home state in assigned legislative areas; working with legislative interns and Congressional Fellows; responding to personal and telephone inquiries regarding the Senator's legislative activities. Requirements: ability to speak to constituent groups, Senate offices and federal agencies on issues of mutual concern; anticipating problems and issues that will arise in devising and carrying out the Senator’s legislative agenda; consistency in quality of information and guidance provided to the Senator, groups, individuals and co-workers. Applicants must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment and have strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to analyze issues, monitor workload, and keep Senator up-to-date in assigned substantive issue areas a must. At least two years of previous Hill experience at the LA level and a law degree are required. Please send cover letter and resumes to seniorwesterndemocratla@gmail.com.

The Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee seeks an experienced detail-oriented Analyst with strong quantitative and communication skills for a full-time position. The analyst will be responsible for scrutinizing budgets and analyzing programs intended to assist the poor. The candidate should have significant knowledge of one or more such assistance programs which could include food assistance, unemployment compensation, Head Start, or other major activities.  Tasks include crafting qualitative and numeric budget and legislative proposals, drafting talking points and memoranda, providing verbal briefings, creating charts and assessing relevant Executive Branch activities.  Understanding the federal budget process, budget law, and/or Senate procedure is valued.  Experience in external communications highly desirable. Knowledge of the state of Alabama is a plus.  The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. To apply, please fax a cover letter and resume to (202) 224-1446 or e-mail to recruiting_analyst@budget.senate.gov

Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Subcommittee (Democratic staff) seeks unpaid interns.  Responsibilities will include researching and developing topics for investigation, drafting letters and memos, preparing for hearings, and administrative and clerical assistance.  Full-time and part-time positions available beginning January 2013.  Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Democratic Senator seeks a Communications Director. Strong strategic planning, organizational, communication and writing skills required. Experience and familiarity with home state, Congress, and public policy issues important. Responsibilities include: advocating a legislative agenda in state and national media; writing/editing speeches, op-eds, news releases, floor statements, quotes, talking points and other material clearly, accurately and quickly; and oversight and management of communications staff. Ability to staff a public figure, good judgment, maturity and creativity a must. Please submit cover letter, resume and three writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senior Senator and Member of the Senate Finance Committee seeks a full-time Legislative Fellow to assist with health and education issues. Ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following issue areas: Education; Medicare; Medicaid; prevention and wellness; or health IT.  Fellow could be asked to spearhead legislative agenda items for the Senator. Strong writing skills, as well as the ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines are musts. Looking for a six-month to nine-month commitment.  This position is unpaid.  Please send cover letter and resume to healthfellow@carper.senate.gov

Western Democratic Senator seeks a self-motivated and enthusiastic Press Intern for an aggressive communications shop.  Duties include monitoring, clipping and distribution of relevant news stories, from TV, print and online.  Other press responsibilities include: research, writing memos, attending press conferences, and helping to organize news interviews and radio call-ins.  Previous experience with press is preferred, along with roots in the West.  Applicants should have a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and an eagerness to learn about professional communications.   This is a full-time position.  Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and two references to westerndempressintern@gmail.com

Senate Committee seeks experienced senior Democratic staff member to handle portfolio of management and legislative issues.  Requirement: Minimum 8-10 years of Senate experience (House or Executive Branch experience may substitute for part of this requirement).  Essential skills are problem-solving, research, writing, ability to work with senior Senate staff, and an understanding of the institutional dimensions of the Senate.  A combination of committee, personal office, Leadership and/or support office experience is desirable.  J.D. degree preferred, but not required.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line. 

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Assistant to handle a portfolio of issues including labor, pensions, judiciary, and homeland security. Responsibilities include implementing the Senator's legislative agenda, developing policy ideas around relevant issues, meeting with constituents, producing briefing material for the Senator, and staffing the Senator at relevant events. Individuals should have strong interpersonal and writing skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Previous experience in relevant policy areas or on Capitol Hill is strongly preferred. Please send resumes to ModDemLAOpening@gmail.com.

The Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), is seeking law clerks for the Summer 2013 semester. These substantive positions offer students a unique opportunity to observe the legislative process and to work closely with Committee counsel on a wide variety of projects.  Committee law clerks are typically tasked with conducting legal research, drafting memoranda and materials related to Committee hearings and votes, attending Committee hearings and executive business meetings, and providing assistance with other legislative matters.  The clerkships are open to current law students only; those from Vermont are strongly encouraged to apply.  For more information about Senator Leahy and the clerkship program, visit http://leahy.senate.gov/services/law_clerks/.  Please email resume, cover letter, legal writing sample, law school transcript, and three references to Clark_Flynt@judiciary-dem.senate.gov, with “Law Clerk” in the subject line of the email, by February 4, 2013.

Senator Charles E. Schumer’s press office seeks full-time, unpaid interns in Washington, DC starting in December. Part-Time interns will also be considered but candidates with full-time availability will be given preference. It is preferable, but not required, if the candidate is available immediately, and can continue work through May. Responsibilities include compiling press clips, answering reporter inquiries, organizing press conferences, writing press releases and memos, conducting research and assisting the Press Staff with day-to-day operations of a very active press office. Applicants must work well under pressure, have excellent written and oral communications skills and a desire to learn. Previous experience in politics and press are not required but candidates should have a general understanding of governmental process, knowledge of the Northeast, and interest in communications. Candidates with New York ties are preferred. If interested, please send Cover letter, Resume and References via email to SchumerPressInternship@gmail.com

The Democratic Staff of the Senate Finance Committee is seeking interns for Spring Semester 2013. Positions are expected to be available in health, tax, press, and trade areas. Interns conduct in-depth research, attend meetings and briefings on and off the Hill, and provide critical support to Senate Staff as they make legislative recommendations to Senator Baucus and other Senators on the Finance Committee.  The Committee’s internships for undergrads are unpaid, but depending on individual school requirements,  may be completed for college credit.  Graduate Students are eligible to receive a possible stipend. Those interested should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample (5-10 pages), and references to finance.majority@yahoo.com

Senior Democrat seeks a motivated and detail-oriented Press Assistant. Duties include fielding press calls, drafting press releases and advisories, and coordinating interviews and events. Applicants should have strong writing and interpersonal skills and the ability to juggle multiple assignments. Previous Hill experience, press experience and familiarity with energy and natural resources issues preferred. Equal opportunity employer. Please send resume and a writing sample to pressenergy@yahoo.com.

Western Democratic Senator seeks personable, dependable, and professional individual for an unpaid press internship position.  The press intern will work closely with the communications team on a variety of tasks.  Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: compiling daily press clips, updating the website, assisting with social media, answering the phone, drafting language, and other administrative tasks as assigned.  This internship is a valuable opportunity to see how a Senate communications office functions and ideal for motivated, self-starting, and quick learning individuals.  Attention to detail and strong writing and grammar skills are required.  Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to internship.press@gmail.com.

Senate Subcommittee looking for conservative Republican staff with knowledge of federal personnel programs, especially pay and retirement.  Experience at Office of Personnel Management ideal. This individual should have the ability to compare and identify gaps in compensation and workforce policies between the private sector and the federal workforce, and develop legislative initiatives to create equity. Please send resume and cover letter to senatecmtestaff@gmail.com with “federal workforce” in the subject line.

Senate Subcommittee looking for conservative Republican staff with accounting background, preferably as a Certified Public Accountant. This position will inform various policy portfolios related to government reform. Candidate must be able to present data in standard accounting format.  Must be able to understand and present detailed analysis of particular costs to government while also being able to identify and communicate what the high-level story or message is associated with the numbers. Experience in budget analysis of particular agencies and/or programs a plus. Please send resume and cover letter to senatecmtestaff@gmail.com with “Accountant” in the subject line.

The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, is looking for law students to work closely with the Subcommittee’s minority staff on investigative and legislative issues and cover Congressional hearings and briefings.  Requires ability to operate in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision, excellent research and writing skills, and willingness to perform clerical duties.  Minimum of 20 hours per week; full-time given preference.  Please e-mail a brief cover letter, including the time commitment you are able to make, a resume, and an unofficial transcript to andrew_dockham@hsgac.senate.gov indicating “Internship” in the subject line or fax to (202) 224-7042.

Moderate Southern Democratic Senator seeks a Systems Administrator/Mail Coordinator to oversee technology for the D.C. and state offices, and provide direct support with correspondence management and processing. Responsibilities include installing, updating, maintaining, and troubleshooting hardware and software. This includes, but not limited to: office PC and Mac workstations, printers, mobile devices, and servers. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a technical support role and have proficiency with Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, Vista, Microsoft Office programs, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Mac OS X, and Active Directory. This person will also provide support with correspondence management and processing and will supervise the mailroom.  Responsibilities include managing the correspondence system to insure that all incoming mail is received and accurately responded to in timely manner in addition to preparing a weekly correspondence report for the Senator. Familiarity with Symplicity VOICE constituent services system a plus. Qualified candidates will have strong oral and written communications skills, strong interpersonal skills, work well under pressure, and be able to multi-task.  Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Subcommittee looking for Republican staff with strong understanding of federal budgets. Experience on House or Senate Budget Committee, or technical experience at Congressional Budget Office or Office of Management and Budget preferred. Ability to review agency budgets and conduct independent analyses of programmatic costs and trends. Desire and ability to look at duplication across and within government programs, identify inefficiencies, and make recommendations to reduce the size, scope, and cost of the Federal Government.  This will be a senior position for the right candidate. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send resume and cover letter to senatecmtestaff@gmail.com with “Budget Staff” in subject line.

Democratic Senator seeks a Counsel to handle a committee portfolio.  Individual must be knowledgeable of current legislative and non-legislative issues and have a thorough understanding of the legislative process and the Senate’s organization and procedures.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, analyzing legislative developments and recommending strategies on bills and amendments, advising the Senator during hearings and markups, and the preparation of memorandums, floor statements and speeches.  The position requires outstanding oral communication and writing skills, as well as the ability to conduct strong legal research and analysis.  Successful candidate will possess excellent academic credentials and will have the ability to produce quality work under pressure and in an extremely fast-paced environment.  Interested applicants should e-mail cover letter and resume to counsel.senate@gmail.com, with Counsel Job in the subject line.  

United States Senate legal office of seven attorneys who defend Senate offices in employment law cases has outstanding legal IT opportunity. This is a non-partisan, lead position. Individual will be expected to work independently. Primary responsibility for maintaining, updating, and administering the office’s networked computer systems, managing the office’s e-discovery system and litigation database, troubleshooting and solving software problems, and effectively recommending system modifications and software upgrades. Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks and data. Advise attorneys on legal and technical issues relating to information technology and electronic discovery; supervise and provide guidance to paralegals with respect to electronic litigation requirements; train and assist attorneys and staff in the use of all software; draft training material to assist users. Assist attorneys with creation and implementation of plans for the retention, collection, culling and production of electronically stored information in lawsuits. Prepare for and attend court with attorneys; testify in court and at administrative hearings on behalf of Senate offices on issues of data collection, storage, retrieval and production. Design and be able to implement procedures to allow secure access to office’s electronic databases in the event of emergency relocation. Work is bound by federal statutes, court rules, Senate rules and standard office procedures and protocol. Requires independent judgment in setting priorities and handling unusual assignments, absolute adherence to confidentiality and attorney-client privilege requirements, and ability to work occasionally outside of standard office hours, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, when needed. Minimum of five years of analogous experience, preferably in a major law firm. Experience working with document management systems, Summation, and Microsoft Exchange server is preferred. Excellent benefits include federal employee healthcare program, paid parking or transportation subsidy, matching retirement savings plan, federal holidays, and paid time off. Salary range: $62,398 - $96,717. E mail cover letter and resume to resumes@sec.senate.gov or send by facsimile to 202-228-3603. No telephone inquiries. Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Northeastern Democratic Senator has opening for a Staff Assistant/Driver.  Main responsibilities include driving the Senator, assisting in the front office and processing mail and data-entry.  The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, able to work under pressure, has an excellent sense of direction and knowledge of the DC metropolitan area roadways, is well organized, and possesses strong computer skills.   Successful candidate must own a car, have a clean driving record, and be available to work evenings and overtime. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Moderate Democratic Senator seeks energetic candidate for an unpaid Press internship to assist press staff in fast-paced communications office. Duties include monitoring daily news and feeds, including relevant social media outlets; pitching stories to reporters; drafting press releases and letters; updating Web site; daily clips; and general press office support. Candidates must have excellent writing skills, be able to write quickly and accurately and have strong social media skills. Team-comes-first attitude and sense of humor are musts. Prior press or on-the-job writing experience desirable. Please email cover letter, resume and two writing samples to dempress2012@gmail.com.

Senate Democrat seeks experienced Press Secretary to handle a large portfolio focusing on in-state media and press relations. In addition to strong writing and interpersonal skills, applicants should have an ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines, conduct independent research, work well under pressure and have on-the-record experience. The ideal candidate would fit into a positive working environment and possess an eagerness and aptitude for staying current on state and legislative issues relevant to the Senator.  Management and campaign experience is highly preferred.  Please e-mail a resume and cover letter to dempresssecretary2012@gmail.com.

Western Democratic Senator seeks experienced, creative communications professional to serve as Press Secretary. The ideal applicant will have excellent writing and editing skills, extensive experience pitching and placing news stories and organizing press events and a proven ability to build strong relationships with the media. Duties will include overseeing day to day press operations, drafting and editing news releases, speeches and op-eds and coordinating interviews and press events. On-record experience is required. The position is located in the state office and reports to the Communications Director. For consideration, send cover letter, resume and writing samples to demsenatejobposting@gmail.com.

Moderate Democrat seeks a fellow to assist with manufacturing, competitiveness, and other economic policy issues.  Responsibilities include generating job creation policy ideas, analyzing policy issues, meeting with constituents and stakeholders, and drafting memos.  Ideal candidate will: have a graduate degree in engineering, science, business, economics, law, or policy; have private sector work experience; have an interest or background in innovation; possess strong communication skills; and be a team player.  This is an unpaid fellowship, ideally lasting between six months and a year.  Email cover letter and resume to:  ModDemEconFellow@gmail.com

Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs is seeking attorneys with securities and derivatives law experience.  Responsibilities include drafting legislation, developing and staffing hearings, and preparing memoranda, statements and speeches.  Applicants should possess excellent academic credentials and at least 3 years of private practice or regulatory experience.  No Capitol Hill experience required. Please email resume to: Jobs_Rep@banking.senate.gov.

The office of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) seeks unpaid press interns for fast-paced, aggressive communications office. Press interns will work closely with Communications Director, Press Secretary, and Deputy Press Secretary on a variety of tasks. Responsibilities include answering the press line and fielding calls from reporters, working with communications office and legislative staff to compile reports and other documents for media distribution. Press interns will primarily work with the Deputy Press Secretary to compile daily press clips for the Senator's review, coordinate daily update of reporter contact lists, and work with the communications office on other media-related projects. Position requires a keen attention to detail, the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines, and the ability to demonstrate professionalism and discretion at all times. Strong writing and grammar skills and proficiency of Microsoft Office applications required. Journalism/communications background and Ohio ties a plus. To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to SenBrownPressIntern@gmail.com