Job Description
The Office of Congressman Joe Neguse is seeking a self-starting and service-oriented Communications Fellow to work in their Washington, D.C. office for the Summer 2026 term. The Communications Fellow will work directly with the Communications Director as part of a fast-paced Capitol Hill press team, helping communicate with constituents across Colorado’s 2nd District and elevate the Congressman’s work delivering results for Colorado and beyond.
The ideal candidate is an aspiring communications professional seeking hands-on experience. They are a strong writer with excellent attention to detail and the ability to translate complex policy and district issues into clear, accessible communications for a broad audience.
The candidate is highly organized, creative, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. They have experience tracking the news cycle, understanding what resonates, and pitching creative ideas.
This position requires a flexible schedule, with hours that may extend beyond regular business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Prior communications experience is strongly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft press releases, statements, remarks, and other written materials.
- Assist with the office’s weekly newsletter.
- Maintain and regularly update press lists.
- Compile and distribute daily press clips.
- Support additional communications tasks as assigned by the Communications Director.
The Summer 2026 fellowship term runs from May to August. Exact start and end dates are flexible. The Communications Fellow will receive a monthly stipend.
To Apply: Please email a resume, cover letter, and two writing samples (i.e., press release, statement, newsletter, op-ed, social media copy, etc.) as a single PDF to Grace.Martinez@mail.house.gov.
Candidates are welcome to include a digital sample (i.e., graphic or video), but this content is not required.
The email subject line should read: “Communications Fellow – LAST NAME.”
Application Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026
The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, military status, marital or parental status.
Candidates with Colorado ties are encouraged to apply.