The internship opportunities published here do not include all potential Senate internships. Each Senate office manages their intern program, and information can typically be found on their individual websites.
Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, is seeking current law students to serve as Law Clerks for the Spring of 2025. Law Clerks will work with the attorneys on Senator Durbin’s Senate Judiciary Committee team and will be given assignments that involve conducting legal research; drafting memos that analyze case law, statutes, and legislation; attending briefings; and preparing for congressional hearings.
Assignments are related to issues that fall under the Senate Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction, including judicial nominations, immigration, civil rights and civil liberties, criminal law and criminal justice reform, constitutional law, antitrust, and intellectual property. While the majority of the work is substantive in nature, legal interns are also assigned some administrative tasks, such as assisting with hearing operations. Academic credit--based solely on each institution's criteria--may be earned.
The application window is September 11 to October 11, 2024, and applications received early will be given preference. Applicants are strongly urged to send their materials as soon as possible, as positions fill quickly. Remote clerkships are not available at this time. Detailed instructions can be found on the application. If you have questions about the Law Clerk Program please email lawclerk_questions@judiciary-dem.senate.gov or call 202.224.7703. Students with ties to Illinois or who attend law school in Illinois are strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants, if accepted, will be eligible for a stipend.
The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Members of all diverse communities are encouraged to apply.
Interested applicants should apply through the Senate Office Application Manager.
The Office of U.S. Senator John Fetterman is hiring Spring 2025 interns in our Washington, D.C. office. Internships will focus on policy work, scheduling and administrative support, and press relations. Applicants must be able to meet urgent deadlines, work autonomously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Washington, D.C. internships are open to undergraduate and graduate students as well as veterans enrolled in educational programs. The D.C. Office can accommodate part-time and full-time internships.
Internships with Senator Fetterman's office are paid unless in conflict with degree requirements, outside stipends, or other unique circumstances.
Senator Fetterman is deeply committed to fostering an office full of experiences, perspectives and walks of life. The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.
Please apply here by 11:59pm ET on October 3.
The Office of U.S. Senator John Fetterman is hiring Spring 2025 interns across the Commonwealth. Internships are part-time and available in the Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh offices. These internships will include constituent service support, administrative work, community outreach, meeting and event participation, legislative research, and special projects. Ideal applicants should enjoy helping Pennsylvania residents, be able to work independently, and desire to become further involved in communities in the Commonwealth.
Pennsylvania internships are open to undergraduate students only, and are paid unless in conflict with degree requirements, outside stipends, or other unique circumstances.
Senator Fetterman is deeply committed to fostering an office full of experiences, perspectives and walks of life. The Office is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, uniformed service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions.
Please apply here by 11:59pm ET on October 3.
Democratic senator seeks a legal fellow to work on their legislative team for summer 2025. Primary responsibilities include supporting senior legislative staff in developing legislative proposals, working with constituents and stakeholders, tracking legislation, drafting oversight letters, and participating in investigations. Candidates should have exceptional writing and analytical skills. Demonstrated interest in working on policy issues – such as tax, tech, telecommunications, antitrust, privacy, environment, trade, civil rights, racial justice, elections – is preferred. This is a full-time position, based in Washington, D.C.
The Senator’s office is an equal opportunity employer. The Office does not discriminate based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or uniformed service. The Office is committed to inclusion and encourages all individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Please submit a resume and cover letter as separate PDF files via email to SenateDemLegalFellow@gmail.com by Friday, September 27, 2024.
The U.S. Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations office of Ranking Member Ron Johnson (R-WI) is seeking law clerks for the fall of 2024. The position offers law students the opportunity to gain experience conducting congressional oversight and investigations. Law clerk responsibilities will include conducting legal research, drafting memorandum, letters, and reports, assisting Subcommittee staff in performing administrative duties, and other duties as assigned. Law clerks will work closely with senior counsels and professional staff on a wide range of issues. This position is unpaid, but law school credit is available. Previous Capitol Hill, prosecutorial, investigative, or litigation experience preferred, but not required.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume to psirepclerk@gmail.com.