Legislative Intern

The Office of U.S. Senator Tina Smith is currently accepting applications for our fall legislative internship in the Washington D.C. office. This is a paid position. Legislative interns are paired with a legislative staff member who matches their policy issue of interest and will assist this staffer with policy research as well as attend committee hearings and other Senate events. Interns will be selected based on the quality of their application and demonstrated commitment to public service. College students and recent college graduates are encouraged to apply. Minnesota ties are preferred. The Senator’s office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. The office encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter (indicating weekly availability), and three references (name, email address, and phone number) in a single PDF to interns@smith.senate.gov by July 15th. Please format the subject line of your email "First Name Last Name – Legislative – Fall 2025.”