Congressman Seeks Interns

Want to work in politics?

Congressman Tim Scott’s office is accepting internship applications for the spring and summer of 2012 in his Washington, D.C., Myrtle Beach and Charleston offices.

Students are encouraged to apply for the spring semester by Dec. 1 and for the summer by April 1. Internships are unpaid.

To apply, students are encouraged to email a one page cover letter, resume and two references (SC01Internships@mail.house.gov). If email access is unavailable, students should call 202-225-3176 and ask for the Intern Coordinator. 

In the Washington, D.C., office, the hours are flexible to accommodate students' hectic course schedules, but generally run 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. when not in session.

In Washington, interns' responsibilities will vary. They will be asked to answer phones, run errands, give constituents tours of the U.S. Capitol, research legislation for the member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.

In the Charleston and Myrtle Beach offices, interns may be asked to do a variety of things, including day-to-day office work such as answering phones and assisting with media clips. In addition, interns may be assigned to assist in various constituent casework or work on district-based projects of importance.