Internships
Spring 2027 Legislative Internship Posting
The Office of Congresswoman Val Hoyle (OR-04) is hiring a full-time, paid Legislative Intern to work in her Washington, D.C. office. The spring internship runs from early January to May.
The Legislative Intern will support a fast-paced and collaborative team and gain firsthand experience in a congressional office. Interns play a key role in both the legislative and administrative operations of the office.
Responsibilities and educational opportunities will include the following:
- Assisting with front office operations and greeting visitors;
- Answering phones and recording constituent opinions;
- Sorting and responding to constituent mail;
- Compiling daily news clips;
- Attending and summarizing briefings and hearings;
- Assisting with press materials and other written communications;
- Writing letters to constituents;
- Writing co-sponsor recommendations;
- Leading Capitol tours for constituents; and,
- Providing additional administrative and legislative support as needed.
Successful candidates should demonstrate that they are organized, detail-oriented, and professional. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
All qualified applicants, including candidates of diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send a resume, a cover letter, a 1-2 page writing sample, and 2 references to or04.interncoordinator@mail.house.gov with “Legislative Intern Application: Full Name, Spring 2027” in the subject line.
No phone calls or drop-ins. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until October 30. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Spring 2027 Press Internship Posting
The Office of Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) is hiring a part-time Press Intern to work in her Washington, D.C. office. This is a paid internship that runs from early January through mid-May.
The Press Intern will work closely with a highly productive and fast-paced communications team.
Responsibilities and educational opportunities will include the following:
- Assisting with front office and administrative operations;
- Compiling daily news clips;
- Assisting in drafting press releases and other written materials;
- Assisting in drafting social media content, including creating graphics and editing video content;
- Helping to maintain press lists;
- Clipping committee remarks and cable hits;
- Answering phones; and,
- Leading tours of the U.S. Capitol.
The ideal applicant will have an interest in political communications and strong writing skills. Previous video editing and graphic creation experience is essential.
All qualified applicants, including candidates of diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send a resume, a 1-2 page writing sample, and 3 relevant sample social media posts to or04.interncoordinator@mail.house.gov with “Press Intern Application: Full Name, Spring 2027” in the subject line.
No phone calls or drop-ins, please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until October 30. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed.