Congressional Intern

U.S. Senator John Cornyn is currently accepting applications for an in-person internship for the spring in his Austin office, which oversees Central Texas community outreach.  An intern could be expected to handle, sort, and log incoming calls, conduct research, help draft letters and summary briefs, and assist staff with work as assigned, such as administrative and logistical support.  Completed application packets are due on November 7, 2025.  In order to apply for an internship, students must have graduated from high school, be a current undergraduate student, and have completed at least one semester of college courses.  

In addition to a completed application, students must submit: 

• Resume 
• Official college transcript 
• Two letters of recommendation 
• Essays: Typed, double-spaced 12-point font, 400 word minimum per essay. 
  • Why do you want to intern for Senator Cornyn?
  • Which of Senator Cornyn's policy stances do you most appreciate and why? 

Please visit Senator Cornyn's website to find the application: https://www.cornyn.senate.gov/intern/ 

Please submit your application and all documents to Allie DeSimone at alexandria_desimone@cornyn.senate.gov.