Internships
APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2026 SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM IN WASHINGTON, DC AND BURBANK ARE NOW CLOSED.
As an Intern for Congresswoman Laura Friedman, you will provide a range of support to the office as you learn about the functions and roles of a US House office. Interns have the opportunity to contribute to administrative, constituent response, communications, and legislative work.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Pursuant to federal appropriations law, to be employed by a House office in a paid position in the continental United States an individual must:
Be a U.S. citizen;
Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B);
Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; or
Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law).
Applicants applying for an internship MUST have a high school diploma.
THE COMMITMENT:
Interns must commit to working a minimum of 24 hours per week. In-person attendance and reliable transportation are essential. Both DC Office and District Office interns will receive a stipend.
APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Term | Internship Duration | Deadline to Apply |
Fall 2026 | September 8-December 18 | July 24, 2026 |
Spring 2027 | January 12 - May 22 | November 6, 2026 |
Summer 2027 | May 26 -August 7 | March 8, 2027 |
Please note that start and end dates are flexible but would ideally align with the dates above. Start and end dates may also differ based on office location. Please be sure to specify your desired start and end date availability on your application. All applications are due on the day of the deadline at 11:59 PM EST. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
TO APPLY:
This is a two-part application.
Please fill out the questionnaire form, then email CA30.Internship@mail.house.gov a PDF copy of your resume and cover letter. Please ensure both the questionnaire form and email are submitted by the stated deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The subject of your email should be: First Name, Last Name – TERM YOU ARE APPLYING FOR (e.g. Subject: Laura Friedman – Summer 2026)
Fill out this: Rep. Friedman Internship Application Questionnaire
Email a PDF Resume and Cover Letter to: CA30.Internship@mail.house.gov