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Congressman Randy Forbes Congressional Internships

By , About.com GuideAugust 10, 2009

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Congressman Randy Forbes will be offering
fall internships to students and new graduates who are interested in learning more about working in a US Congressional office.

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to residence of the 4th Congressional District in Virginia but all students may apply for the internship. Congressman Forbes also has
internships available in his Washington DC office.

Locations:

  • Colonial Heights, VA
  • Washington DC
  • Chesapeake, VA

    Intern Responsibilities:

  • Interaction with constituents
  • Administrative duties
  • Assisting staff with research
  • Attending hearings and briefings

    Benefits:

    Students will be educated to the workings of the U.S. House of Representatives. The opportunity to get “hands-on” experience in the functions of the federal government while gaining valuable experience not learned in the classroom. All internships are unpaid.

    To Apply for the 4th Congressional District:

    Students interested in the Colonial Heights internship can send their resume and cover letter (including internship goals) to:

    Mrs. Joan Fallon, Senior Constituent Services Representative
    2903 Boulevard, Suite B
    Colonial Heights, VA 23834
    Phone: (804) 526-4969

  • Deadline to apply:

    Deadline to apply for fall internships is August 15th.

    Students interested in other locations can contact:

    Washington D.C. Office
    2438 Rayburn House Office Building
    Washington, D.C. 20515
    (202) 225 - 6365

    Chesapeake District Office
    505 Independence Parkway, Suite 104
    Chesapeake, VA 23320
    (757) 382 - 0080

    Students interested in doing a Congressional internship can check out internship opportunities with their
    local Congressman.

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