Job Description
Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH
Summary
This position is limited to Veterans, Gold Star Families, and Active-Duty Spouses desiring to serve as a paid Congressional Aide for two-years in the U.S. House of Representatives Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program. Selected candidates will work directly for a Member of Congress as part of their office staff. Positions are located in Congressional District Offices around the country.
Duties
The Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program (G&G CAP) was established to create employment opportunities for Veterans, Gold Star families, and Active-Duty Spouses within the U.S. House of Representatives. These positions provide Aides with the experience and exposure necessary to broaden their career opportunities. G&G CAP Aides may be assigned to Members, Committees, or House Officers and will serve in Washington, DC or Member district offices across the country. These are two-year, paid, full-time employment opportunities.
Duties will vary depending upon the specific requirements for each office. Said duties may include but are not limited to:
Working as a constituent services representative;
Helping local constituents resolve issues with federal agencies;
Serving as liaison to local Veterans Service Organizations;
Attending local events and meetings on behalf of the Member of Congress; and
Performing legislative work.