Job Description
D.C./San Antonio Internship Listing
The Office of Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) seeks motivated and capable applicants for our Fall 2026 internship program. Applicants are required to be college students or recent graduates.
Interns will gain invaluable work experience as well as a deep understanding of the functionality of a congressional office. Work hours are flexible to accommodate students' hectic course schedules but are generally from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. All interns are paid $15 an hour.
Washington, D.C.
Interns in our D.C. office are assigned to assist the office with a variety of tasks. Interns are responsible for answering phones, researching legislation, attending hearings and briefings, and responding to constituent letters on the various issues that come before the House. As a result, interns have a firsthand look at the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.
Candidates should be interested in public policy, detail-oriented, motivated, organized, and willing to learn. They should also have good phone etiquette and strong writing skills. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
San Antonio, TX
Interns in our San Antonio office will be asked to do many things, including day-to-day office work such as answering phones, writing letters and assisting with research, as well as assisting with constituent casework and handling district-based projects of importance. Working in our San Antonio office allows interns the opportunity to work directly with our constituents in the community.
Application Instructions:
For your application to be considered complete, please submit your information to our office at this form along with submitting your cover letter, resume, and 2 page writing sample to castro.internapplication@mail.house.gov. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Deadlines: Applications must be received by July 5th.