Job Description
The Office of Representative Val Hoyle (OR-04) is hiring a Press Intern to work in her Washington, D.C. office. This is a paid internship that runs from early September through December 17. Interns are expected to work from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
The Press Intern will work closely with a highly productive and fast-paced communications team.
Responsibilities and educational opportunities will include the following:
- Assisting with front office and administrative operations;
- Compiling daily news clips;
- Assisting in drafting press releases and other written materials;
- Assisting in drafting social media content, including creating graphics and editing video content;
- Helping to maintain press lists;
- Clipping committee remarks and cable hits;
- Answering phones; and,
- Leading tours of the U.S. Capitol.
The ideal applicant will have a strong interest in political communications and have strong writing skills. Previous video editing and graphic creation experience is essential.
All qualified applicants, including candidates of diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send a resume, a 1-2 page writing sample, and 3 relevant sample social media posts to or04.interncoordinator@mail.house.gov with “Press Intern Application: Full Name, Fall 2026” in the subject line.
No phone calls or drop-ins, please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until August 10th. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed.