U.S. Senate is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to process vendor invoices into financial system, research inquiries, prepare analysis reports & reconcile invoices to statements. Requires careful attention to detail, excellent communication skills, strong organizational ability to prioritize tasks & handle high volume work load, knowledge of spreadsheet & word processing software. Prior document imaging & workflow experience a plus. Associates degree or Accounts Payable Specialist (APS) certification and a solid work history with 1-3 yrs finance experience. Salary starting at $42K plus Federal benefits. Submit cover letter and resume to resumes@saa.senate.gov in WORD or PDF FORMAT ONLY. Use job code APS. DEADLINE: 12/4/09

Progressive Midwest Democratic Senator on the Banking Committee seeks highly motivated and energetic individual for Financial Services Legislative Assistant position. Qualified candidates should be committed to public service; knowledgeable in financial services, budget, and tax issues; proactive, resourceful, well-organized; and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment. Prior Hill experience is strongly preferred. Please send resume and cover letter to Senate placement office. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Progressive Midwest Democratic Senator is seeking an unpaid administrative intern to start immediately and continue through the spring. Intern will work directly with the Legislative Director and the Administrative Director on special administrative projects. This is a great opportunity to see how and office and specifically a legislative shop functions from top to bottom. Interns will also have the opportunity to work with the Senator?s legislative staff on upcoming issues, as well as attend Senate hearings. Applicants should be highly organized, hard working, have strong written and verbal skills, and be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Internships are unpaid; however they provide an excellent way to gain Capitol Hill experience. Please send resume and cover letter to the Senate placement office. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee (Majority) seeks a Press Secretary. Individual will work with Communications Director and Deputy Communications Director to implement big-picture national media strategy. Ideal candidate must have: established relationships with print and broadcast national media, on-the-record experience, and a familiarity with new media strategies; excellent writing, editing and time management skills, and the ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment. Duties will include aiding in proactive outreach to national media, drafting news releases, statements, advisories, op-eds and implementing press strategies. Please submit cover letter, resume and two writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Northwestern Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Correspondent to handle a variety of issues. Primary responsibilities include assisting with the research and development of legislation, taking constituent meetings, drafting letters to both constituents and administration officials. This demanding position requires strong organizational skills, good interpersonal skills, well-developed writing skills and the ability to multi-task in an exciting, fast-paced environment. Office is an equal employment opportunity employer. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Republican Senator seeks Legislative Correspondent to assist legislative staff and help draft responses to constituent correspondence on various issues. May also assist with certain administrative duties for the Senator and the rest of the office. Strong writing, research, and organizational skills are a must. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Midwestern Democratic Senator has an immediate opening for a Legislative Correspondent. Candidates should be detail-oriented, have strong computer and communication skills, and be familiar with the legislative process. The position demands a high level of accuracy, strong reading and comprehension skills, and a commitment to quality constituent service. Hill experience is a plus. Self-starters with the ability to manage their time and workload effectively and efficiently should e-mail a cover letter, resume and brief writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

The Democratic Policy Committee seeks a highly-motivated, team-oriented individual to handle judiciary, labor and housing issues. Applicants should be detail-oriented, possess strong research, writing and analytical skills, and have the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Hill experience strongly preferred, but not required. Please e-mail resume and cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

The office of Senator George LeMieux (R-FL) is currently seeking full-time and part-time interns for the spring semester of 2010. Responsibilities include conducting tours of the Capitol, answering the telephones, organizing and inputting mail, drafting letters and aiding legislative staff on special projects. Interns are encouraged to attend hearings and briefings to enhance their experience on Capitol Hill. Successful candidates will be highly motivated, hard working, and detail oriented. Florida ties are preferred but not required. Please e-mail resume and brief cover letter to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line. No faxes or drop-offs please.

The Financial Management Department of the US Senate sees a Financial Systems Administrator to support accounting, budget/ contract management systems and to develop and maintain an internal website. Ideal candidate will be conversant in accounting and budget practices and have 3-5 years systems management experience. Duties include monitoring and maintaining financial applications; application implementation and operational problem solving; planning and managing periodic hardware and software replacement for the department. Salary: $65k-$95k. Free parking/metro +federal benefits. Submit cover letter and resume to resumes@saa.senate.gov. (WORD DOCUMENTS or PDFs ONLY). When applying use job code FSA.
DEADLINE:11/30/09

A western Republican Senator is seeking college students and recent college graduates for full and part-time internships. Responsibilities include front office support, mailroom duty, assisting leg staff with research, administrative tasks, and assisting with special projects. Applicants must be proactive, hard-working, and have the ability to communicate well. The internship is unpaid but it is a great opportunity for students interested in a career on Capitol Hill. No phone calls please. Please e-mail (as separate attachments) cover letter, resume, and one letter of recommendation to intern_coordinator@ensign.senate.gov, or fax to (202) 228-1699, indicating 10 Spring Internship in the subject line.

Northeastern Democratic Senator seeks Intern to assist in busy scheduling department for the Spring semester (January-May). Intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing and processing scheduling requests, assisting with phone calls, and preparing daily briefing materials. Candidates should be very organized, hardworking and possess excellent attention to detail. The intern is expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week and hours can be flexible. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to demschedulingintern@gmail.com.

Busy Senate Committee (Majority) is seeking an experienced individual to serve as Professional Staff on transportation policy issues. Candidates should be motivated, organized, detail oriented, and able to critically analyze issues. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: researching and developing transportation-related policy; drafting legislative language; moving legislation through the Senate legislative process; preparing Members and staff for Committee and Subcommittee hearings and executive sessions; meeting with and developing relationships with relevant stakeholders, including the Administration; and representing the Committee in public forums. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Hill experience and/or J.D. strongly preferred, but not required. Candidates should email their cover letters, resumes and brief writing samples to TranspoCounsel@commerce.senate.gov.

Republican Senator seeks a Communications Director for an active state and national media operation. Strong strategic planning, organizational, communication and writing skills required. Familiarity with Congress, and public policy issues desirable. National press contacts, track record of developing and implementing media strategies, and ability to work in a collegial, fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment a must. Responsibilities include: national media; writing/editing speeches, op-eds, news releases, quotes, talking points and other material clearly, accurately and quickly. Good judgment, maturity and creativity a must. Please submit cover letter, resume and writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

The Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC) is seeking a professional staff member to conduct research and complete writing assignments, including short analyses, topic papers, and annual report sections on topics within the Commission's mandate. In addition, the staff member will assist with researching individual political prisoner cases and updating and maintaining case records in the CECC Political Prisoner Database. The staff member will be called upon to coordinate CECC hearings and issue roundtables, and attend events relevant to CECC issues that other U.S. Government and private sector organizations hold in Washington, DC and elsewhere. The staff member may be asked to travel to U.S. cities, China, or other foreign locations, on official business. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen. Candidates will preferably have a law degree or a Ph.D. or M.A. in political science, history, business, economics, or other social sciences, however, B.A. candidates with very strong credentials will also receive serious consideration. In particular, the Commission seeks candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: China's legislative, judicial, or law enforcement institutions; criminal procedure, courts, police, and prisons; or labor issues and civil society. Very strong demonstrated ability to speak, read, write, and perform research in Chinese (Mandarin) is required. The successful candidate will likely have lived or studied in China. Other special skills such as Internet design, database design, quantitative analysis, etc., though not required, may be highly desirable, and the applicant should note them in their cover letter. In addition, the successful candidate must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and analytical skills, exceptional written and oral communications skills in English, and the ability, energy, and enthusiasm to work under tight deadlines and as part of a team. Salaries are commensurate with experience to start. CECC staff members qualify for health and life insurance; a retirement program; a transit subsidy benefit or Capitol Hill parking; and generous annual and sick leave. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and continue until position(s) is/are filled. Candidates should submit a brief cover letter, current resume, and a short (10 pages or fewer) writing sample to Judy Wright, CECC Director of Administration, via e-mail at judy.wright@mail.house.gov or FAX on 202-226-3804. No telephone calls please. The Congressional-Executive Commission on China is an equal opportunity employer.

The Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC) is seeking a Press Secretary and External Relations Coordinator who will be charged with developing and executing a multifaceted media and external relations strategy. This will include drafting press releases and speeches, developing and maintaining the Commission's database of media and professional contacts, and managing contacts using leading edge software tools. The staff member will be called upon to help organize CECC meetings, hearings, and issue roundtables, and attend events relevant to CECC issues that other U.S. government and private sector organizations hold in Washington, DC and elsewhere. The successful candidate must be a U.S. citizen. Candidates will preferably have an M.A. in journalism, political science, or other social sciences, however B.A. candidates with very strong credentials will also receive serious consideration. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer and editor, with experience in multiple formats, including press releases and speeches. Candidate must have familiarity with new media strategies, and have Capitol Hill experience or experience with an agency, trade association, media outlet, or public relations firm. In addition, the successful candidate must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability, energy, and enthusiasm to work under tight deadlines and as part of a team. China-related experience is not required, but a plus and should be highlighted in your application. Other special skills such as Internet design, database design, quantitative analysis, etc., though not required, may be highly desirable, and the applicant should note them in their cover letter. Salaries are commensurate with experience to start. Full or part-time applications for this position will be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and continue until position(s) is/are filled. Candidates should submit a brief cover letter, current resume, and a short (10 pages or fewer) writing sample to Judy Wright, CECC Director of Administration, via e-mail at judy.wright@mail.house.gov or FAX on 202-226-3804. No telephone calls please. The Congressional-Executive Commission on China is an equal opportunity employer.

Moderate Midwestern Democratic Senator on Energy Committee seeks highly motivated Legislative Assistant to handle energy, environment and natural resource issues. Candidates should posses a public policy background in these areas and approximately 5-7 years of professional experience. Excellent writing, interpersonal and communications skills a must and Hill experience preferred. Please submit cover letter and resume to DEMENERGYLA@gmail.com.

Office of Senator Jon Tester seeking full-time interns. Intern responsibilities include researching legislative issues, attending hearings, preparing follow-up memos, assisting with constituent services, and administrative duties. Applicants must be motivated, hard-working, and have strong communication skills. This unpaid internship is a great introduction to Capitol Hill. To apply, please submit a completed application form (available on our website, tester.senate.gov), a cover letter, current resume, three letters of recommendation, and a writing sample via fax to (202) 224-8594. Please call our office at 202-224-2644 with any questions.

Senior Democratic member of the Senate Judiciary Committee seeks a Counsel or Legislative Assistant to handle crime and/or narcotics issues. Prior congressional legislative experience required, beyond the intern/staff assistant level. Successful candidate should have excellent written and oral communications skills and the demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-pressure, results-oriented environment. At least two years of prior Hill experience preferred; Senate or Committee experience is a plus. Please no recent graduates. Salary commensurate with experience. Please e-mail cover letter and resume for consideration to jud.dem.senate@gmail.com.

Democratic Senator seeks a gifted Speechwriter to write speeches, opinion editorials and press statements. Excellent written and oral communications skills are essential, as is the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment. Hill experience preferred. Please e-mail writing sample with resume and references to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Northeastern Democratic Senator seeks a Legislative Correspondent to help cover defense, foreign policy and veterans' issues. Primary responsibilities include taking constituent meetings, drafting letters to both constituents and administration officials, and conducting research on legislation. This demanding position requires strong organizational skills, good interpersonal skills, well-developed writing skills and the ability to multi-task in an exciting, fast-paced environment. Previous experience in defense/veterans/foreign policy areas is strongly preferred. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

The Office of Senator Joe Lieberman has an opening for a Full time Spring Press Internship in his Washington, DC office. The position is unpaid. Duties include assisting communications staff with daily press operations including tracking media coverage, drafting press releases, compiling press clips, conducting background research, and performing administrative tasks. A successful applicant will possess strong writing, research and communication skills, and should have background or interest in journalism or communications. A sense of a humor and positive attitude are a must! Please send a cover letter and resume to press@lieberman.senate.gov.

The Budget Committee seeks a senior person to direct the Committee's outreach efforts to public interest groups and other organizations off the Hill. This position also serves as an important point of contact for leadership and Members' offices seeking information on the budget resolution and other budget issues. In addition to outreach work, this position would assist with Committee planning, help craft communications strategies, undertake short-turnaround research, and maintain the Committee's website. The candidate must be a self-starter and able to handle projects with tight deadlines. Hill experience, knowledge of the congressional budget process, and strong networking and oral/written communications skills are all desirable. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line or fax to 202 228-2007.

The Majority Health Policy Office of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee seeks college students or recent college graduates for unpaid internships beginning in November 2009. Responsibilities include a range of administrative and legislative work including writing letters and memos, attending hearings and briefings, performing short-term and long-term research, answering phone calls, and managing incoming and outgoing mail. Through this opportunity, you will gain valuable Hill experience and insight into legislative procedure in an office that handles a wide range of health issues. Applicants should have a highly professional demeanor, strong written and verbal skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. In addition, a demonstrated interest in health policy is strongly recommended. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to helphealthintern@gmail.com.

Senator Gillibrand's Washington, D.C. office seeks full and part-time, unpaid interns for the spring semester (January - May). Responsibilities include a range of constituent services and legislative work, including answering phones, managing incoming and outgoing mail, attending hearings and briefings, and performing research. Preference will be given to New York residents or those attending college in New York. Application materials may be found on the Senator's website, http://gillibrand.senate.gov/services/internships/. Applicants may fax (202-228-0282) or email (Gillibrand_internship@gillibrand.senate.gov) completed applications to the office. Only completed applications will be considered. Please direct questions to the Intern Coordinator at 202-224-4451.

Democratic Senator seeks Senior Advisor to write and coordinate reports, speeches, opinion editorials and special projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Creativity, excellent writing skills and experience with a wide range of public policy issues are essential. Hill experience preferred. Please email (all as separate attachments) cover letter, resume, and  writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

Senate Committee seeks non-partisan individual to support Committee staff by assisting in the front office and providing advance preparation for hearings, as well as handling administrative and research projects. Individual should possess advanced written and verbal communication skills with the ability to multi-task. This assistant will maintain official Committee hearing files and coordinate the advance preparation and set-up for all Committee hearings and business meetings. Prior Hill experience preferred, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, poise, patience and a sense of humor a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. This office is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability. Please send resume and cover letter to: HearingClerk.Assistant@gmail.com.

Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight (Democratic staff) seeks law student or recent graduate to help staff with investigations, research, hearings, and administrative tasks. Fellowship is unpaid. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number in the subject line.

US Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (Republican office) is seeking college students and recent college graduates for unpaid, full or part-time internships for the spring 2010 term. Responsibilities include assisting staff with legislative research, drafting correspondence, administrative duties, preparing hearings and briefings, compiling daily press clips, and assisting with special projects. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment is also appreciated. Applicants should have strong written and verbal skills as well as an interest or background in business and economic development. No phone calls please. Send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 page writing sample to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov