Date Posted:
October 20, 2026
Position Title:
Legislative Internship
Office/Company:
Rep. James R. Walkinshaw
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
VA-11
Job Number:
HoR-527-26-HC
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
va11.internship@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Paid Intern
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Internship
Description:
Working in a Congressional office can be an incredibly rewarding and exciting experience.
Responsibilities:
* Constituent Services: Directly communicating with constituents, assisting the management of incoming constituent correspondence, and drafting correspondence in response to constituent concerns * Legislative Research: Conducting research on a wide variety of policy issues, drafting memos, and attending briefings and committee hearings * Administrative Assistance: Assembling hearing materials, managing the front office, and escorting and meeting with guests throughout the Capitol complex Communications: Compile daily press clips and monitor media coverage of issues relevant to the Member. Help update the office website and other digital platforms Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Selection is based on an applicant's general office and computer experience, interview, and a short writing sample.
Instructions:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and a brief writing sample to the office of your choice. To Apply: Please submit the following in the form of a single pdf: 1. Resume 2. A short writing sample (2-page maximum) 3. A 1-page cover letter that answers the following questions a. What do you feel is the most important issue currently facing Virginia’s 11th Congressional District? b. Why are you driven to public service and what impact do you want to make on your community? c. Why do you wish to work for Congressman Walkinshaw specifically? Interns are accepted throughout the year on a part-time basis. Priority is given to applicants with ties to the 11th District. Selection is based on an applicant's interview, short writing sample, and relevant experience.
Other:
Hours are flexible and based on candidate’s schedule. This is a paid internship . All interns will receive a $3,000 stipend over the course of their work.
