DC and District Internships
Applications for the Summer 2025 Internship will be open through April 1, 2025.
LOMBARD, IL OFFICE
My District Office is accepting applications for the Summer 2025 Internship Program. The summer district office interns will assist with the day-to-day workings and operations of the office, including, but not limited to:
- Helping constituents navigate federal agencies, ranging from topics like immigration, Medicare, and veterans' affairs
- Attending virtual webinars held by different government agencies
- Working with staff on various district-based projects and events
- Doing research and drafting letters
Interns will learn about constituent relations and will assist with frontline operations, network with staff, and get hands-on experience with casework and outreach.
Interns will also be able to conduct research for our outreach and casework teams (ex: list building, community news tracking, data cleaning, local issue background research, and event brainstorming).
The Lombard Office operates Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time, and the summer internship will run from May to July 2025.
WASHINGTON, D.C. OFFICE
My Washington, D.C. Office is accepting applications for the Summer 2025 Internship Program. The summer interns will assist with the day-to-day workings and operations of the office, including, but not limited to:
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Answering constituent phone calls
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Attending committee hearings and briefings
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Working with legislative and communications staff on projects
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Assisting in the coordination of White House and U.S. Capitol tours
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Drafting and responding to constituent correspondence
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Assisting with the Mail Program
Interns will gain insight into the legislative process, network with staff, and learn about the inner workings and responsibilities of a congressional office.
My internship is seeking qualified undergraduate or graduate students, or recent college graduates to apply for either a part-time or full-time position. Interns will receive a monthly stipend.
The D.C. Office operates Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 PM Eastern Time, and the summer internship will run from late May to July 2025.
Applications for Congressman Casten’s Summer 2025 Internship will be open through April 1st, 2025. Please submit your application here: Summer 2025 Internship Application
*Individuals with district ties are strongly encouraged to apply.
Should you have difficulties accessing the form, you may email your resume, cover letter, and one writing sample to Casten.Internship@mail.house.gov. No calls please.