Internships

Rosa DeLauro takes a selfie with her interns smiling.
The Washington, DC and New Haven offices both sponsor an internship program. Please note: the Washington, DC and New Haven offices have different sessions/programs and deadlines. Please read each office's instructions carefully before applying. 
Thank you for your interest. We welcome your participation and look forward to receiving your application.

Washington, DC Office

Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-03) is seeking applicants for the Spring 2027 internship program in her Washington, D.C. Office. Applications are due by November 2nd at 12:00 pm and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 
Responsibilities: 
The office of Congresswoman DeLauro runs an internship program intended for current undergraduate students, recent college graduates, and students currently enrolled in graduate school. Internships in Congresswoman DeLauro's office combine administrative and legislative work. Interns are involved in all aspects of the office including constituent services, correspondence, and legislative research, in addition to providing general staff support.
The Washington internship program also offers an opportunity for a press internship. This position will assist the communications team with social media, press conferences, and more. To apply for this position, please check the press internship interest box in the program application. 
 
Press Intern tasks include, but are not limited to:
  • Drafting for social media
  • Compiling daily press clips
  • Clipping and editing videos
  • Office administrative tasks
  • Other tasks as assigned by the Communications team
 
Qualifications: 
Applicants should have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent writing skills, and an enthusiastic attitude. Interning in Congresswoman DeLauro's office is a great opportunity to work in a highly active legislative office.
The Office of Congresswoman DeLauro encourages all current undergraduate students, recent college graduates, and students currently enrolled in graduate school to apply. Please note, due to House rules, applicants who are not US citizens may not be eligible to receive a stipend depending on their status (see this link for eligibility).
 
How to Apply: 
Please email your completed intern application form(also located on delauro.house.gov/services/internships), cover letter, resume, brief writing sample (1-2 pages), and two reference contacts in a single PDF file to gianna.gulasey@mail.house.govwith the subject line “First and Last Name, Spring 2027 Internship” by November 2nd at 12 pm.

District Office

Responsibilities: 

Interns in the New Haven District Office work closely with the assigned supervisory staff performing a full range of tasks including but not limited to: data entry, word processing, gathering and recording constituent information, casework research, generating correspondence, initiating and receiving telephonic contacts, special projects, general office administrative work (typing, filing, copying, mailings, answering telephones) and staff support.

Qualifications: 

The New Haven District Office internship is open to current college students, recent college graduates, and students currently enrolled in graduate school. Applicants should have an ability to work in a fast-paced environment, have basic computer skills, possess excellent writing skills, and have an enthusiastic attitude. Interning in Congresswoman DeLauro's district office is a great opportunity to help your neighbors in the Third District.

How to Apply: 

Full time and part time internships in the New Haven District Office are available year round and generally coincide with college semesters. While preference is given to Third District residents, students from all areas are encouraged to apply. This program is designed to enhance college level coursework. New Haven has rolling admission for Fall and Spring internships. If applying after September 1 for Fall or after February 1 for Spring, please call to determine if any positions are available before applying.  For Spring internships, the deadline is December 1st.

If you are interested, please complete the application form and return it along with the requested documentation and a wallet sized photo to the New Haven District Office. If you have questions concerning District Office internships, please contact Jennifer Lamb or Jeffrey Bombard at (203) 562-3718. Please email all applications to Jeffrey.Bombard@mail.house.gov and Jennifer.Lamb@mail.house.gov.

Applicants and employees shall not be discriminated against with respect to compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, because of such person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, service in the military, disability or sexual orientation.