Press Internship with House Democrat (Washington, DC)

Robin Winchell

Press Internship with House Democrat

Press intern needed for conservative "Blue Dog" Democrat House member from
Louisiana ideally beginning January 5 and lasting *minimum three
months. *Primary responsibilities include assembling daily news clips,
assisting
communications director with website updates (no prior web skills required),
drafting news releases, writing email newsletters, media monitoring, and
assisting communications director as needed. Member is the co-chair for
communications for the Blue Dog Coalition, so press intern will also assist
the Blue Dog communications director as needed.

Assembling daily news clips will require early morning hours (roughly 7-8:30
am five days a week) and reliable home Internet access, but in-office hours
are flexible (10 hours/week minimum). Excellent writing skills are a
must. *Internship is unpaid,* but will equip you with many of the skills
and experience necessary for future political communications positions. *This
is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in becoming a press
secretary on the Hill or with a campaign*. Please send resume, cover
letter, and one short writing sample to lapressinternship@yahoo.com *.*
Louisiana ties a plus!