Intern Primers
Congressional internships often serve as a stepping stone for future careers as staffers. Because of this, it is critical that we support interns throughout their Hill and district office experiences. Supporting interns is crucial in attracting and retaining qualified staff members in government. These resources and articles will help interns make the most of their internships and open the door to careers in public service.
This series of resource guides will explain some common tasks and important information for Congressional interns and intern coordinators to reference.
One Minute Speeches
One minute speeches are made by members of Congress each business day. The speech is usually no more than 300 words and can be a subject of the member’s choice.
Letters to Constituents
As a Congressional intern, you might be asked to draft letters for your Member. This is an important way for offices to communicate directly with constituents.
POPVOX Senior Fellow Nicole Tisdale is the author of Right to Petition: A Practical Guide to Creating Change in Government with Political Advocacy Tools and Tips, a guide to help citizens navigate Congress. The Intern Primer series is inspired by “Right to Petition” and is here to help Congressional interns.
Tisdale served on the House Committee on Homeland Security for 10 years before joining the National Security Council as Director for Legislative Affairs. After working on Capitol Hill, she founded Advocacy Blueprints, a company focused on advocacy training and consulting. Tisdale received both her J.D (‘09) and B.A (‘06) from the University of Mississippi.
