Offered By:
State Representative Ed Thompson
Job Location:
Austin
Job Location (Other):
Texas State Capitol
Salary:
Unpaid
Job Description:
The Administrative and Legislative Research Intern position is a support staff position in the office of State Representative Ed Thompson (Pearland.) The position is available immediately and does not have a specific end date. Qualified candidates should expect to spend approximately 15 hours a week handling constituent casework and legislative research. Topics include standardized testing, higher education finance, public safety, transportation, and other issues.
Duties:
Legislative Research
Attend Legislative Briefings & Other Informative Events
Greet Office Guests
Answer phones / Emails / Clerical
Constituent Correspondence / Casework
Letters / Recommendations / Congratulatory Writing
Skills/Qualities:
Dependable & Hardworking
Strong Organizational & Time Management Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Advanced Writing Skills
Research Ability
Strong Interest in the Legislative Process
Professional Appearance Required
Application Instructions:
Send a short cover statement and resume to benjamin.williams@house.texas.gov
Contact Information:
Chief of Staff Benjamin Williams
(512) 463-0707
benjamin.williams@house.texas.gov
Type of Internship:
State Legislature
Comments:
Compensation:
This is an unpaid position. It is an excellent starting point for a full-time position in our office, if there is mutual interest. Interns are treated with respect and rewarded with added responsibilities and appreciation.
Posted By:
Benjamin Williams
Post Date:
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Expiration Date:
Saturday, July 2, 2022