Rep. Markey's office offers valuable educational experiences to current college students and recent graduates interested in the federal government, public policy, the legislative process and the citizens of the 7th Congressional District of Massachusetts.

This fast-paced office is best served by mature, professional individuals who possess strong written and verbal skills, can take initiative, and work well with others. Interns are assigned to projects with the staff members according to issue interest or expertise, i.e. environment, telecommunications, social services, veterans, etc.

Internships are available in the Medford district office and the Washington, DC office.

To apply for a Fall Semester 2009 Medford internship: please send a resume and a cover letter indicating why you would like to intern for Rep. Markey by SEPTEMBER 20th to sarah.butler at mail.house.gov or call 781-396-2900

The Medford District Office:

Medford District Office Intern Profiles

Duties in the Medford Office: The interns in the Medford District Office have a wide array of duties and responsibilities. Responsibilities include assisting with constituent casework, monitoring legislation, researching issues and projects, clipping newspapers, answering phones, and responding to constituents. Casework includes assessing a constituent’s situation, such as a pending claim with the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Veteran’s Administration, or the Social Security Administration, and advocating on their behalf to resolve the matter.

An internship in the Medford Office offers an excellent opportunity to learn about the inner workings of the federal government in a fast-paced office environment. Through correspondence with various federal agencies, interns have the opportunity to enrich their writing and communication skills while providing assistance to those in need. Interns attend meetings with staff members as well as other events in the 7th District.

Requirements: The position requires a mature, professional individual who possesses strong written and verbal skills. Computer skills, enthusiasm, and a strong interest in the American political system are preferred. Internships are unpaid and last a minimum of 8 weeks.

Duties in the Washington D.C. office: The legislative interns attend seminars, briefings and hearings in connection with their assigned issues; perform research on legislative projects, draft responses to constituent inquiries, and assist with routine office work.

Requirements: The position requires a mature, professional individual who possesses strong written and verbal skills. Computer skills, enthusiasm, and a strong interest in the American political system are preferred. Internships are unpaid and last a minimum of 8 weeks. Qualified candidates are generally enrolled in a four-year university or graduate program who take a semester off to intern in the office.