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Spring 2026 Congressional DC Internship

Offered By
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez
Job Location
Other
Job Location (Other)
Washington, D.C
Job Description

Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) is seeking highly motivated interns to join our Washington, D.C. office for the Spring 2026 semester. This internship offers students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to learn about the legislative process and gain firsthand experience serving the people of South Texas. 

DC Office Responsibilities 

  • Greeting visitors and assisting with front office operations 

  • Answering phones and responding to constituent inquiries 

  • Drafting and processing constituent correspondence and flag requests 

  • Attending briefings and hearings on behalf of staff 

  • Conducting legislative and policy research 

  • Compiling press clips and supporting the communications team 

  • Assisting with special projects and other office duties as assigned 

Qualifications: The ideal candidates will possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, a high degree of professionalism, as well as a strong interest in public service. District or Rio Grande Valley ties are strongly preferred but not required. 

Start and end dates are flexible, and the program will run from January through May 2026. Both full-time and part-time applicants will be considered. Stipends are available to eligible interns, provided at the discretion of the office, and may vary depending on program participation or academic credit arrangements. 

The deadline for Spring 2026 Internship applications is December 1.  

Application Instructions

Submit a resume and cover letter through our online application form: https://gonzalez.house.gov/services/internships  

Contact Information
TX34DCOfficeMail@mail.house.gov
Type of Internship
US Congress
Posted By
Kai Seidenberg, Staff Assistant
Post Date
Friday, October 10, 2025
Expiration Date
Monday, December 1, 2025
Link
https://gonzalez.house.gov/services/internships