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The Office of Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) is seeking a Press & Digital Intern to work in his Washington, DC office for the Fall 2025 term. This is a paid internship. The internship is intended for current undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates studying communication-related fields and are interested in gaining congressional communication experience. Ideal candidates will have strong written communication skills, a working knowledge of digital media, and the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. Candidates with Connecticut ties are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

The Fall 2025 internship term runs from September through December 2025. Exact start and end dates are negotiable. Internships are in-person and offered on a part-time and full-time basis to accommodate student schedules.

 

Press & Digital Intern tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Drafting media advisories and/or press releases
  • Drafting copy for social media
  • Compiling daily press clips
  • Maintaining press lists
  • Taking photos at events and Congressional proceedings
  • Clipping and editing videos
  • Answering and screening constituent phone calls
  • Office administrative tasks 
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Communications team

 

To Apply

 

Visit and complete the application form at https://courtney.house.gov/internships making sure to select “Press & Digital Internship – DC Based” on Page 3 as your preferred position. Please have a cover letter and resume prepared to submit prior to starting the application. If you are selected for an interview, a staff member will contact you. Applications submitted after Sunday, August 3, 2025, at 11:59pm will not be considered for the Fall 2025 term. 

 

The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, national origin, age, or military, marital, or parental status.