The Washington D.C. and district offices of U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, D-Alabama, are currently accepting applications for spring 2026 interns. College students and recent graduates interested in government and public service are invited by Sewell to apply for a chance to spend the semester learning about the inner workings of a congressional office.
Interns will work closely with Sewell’s staff on a variety of important legislative, communications and administrative tasks. Applicants must be enrolled in a college or university (juniors and older) or have recently graduated.
“Interns play a key role in my office,” Sewell said. “Each semester, our interns work alongside me and my staff to serve the people of Alabama’s 7th Congressional District. Through this experience, they build practical skills, gain firsthand insight into public service, and form connections that help prepare them for their careers. If you have an interest in government and public service, I encourage you to apply!”
According to Sewell’s office, interns will have the opportunity to research legislation, draft letters, compile media clips, answer constituent calls, and attend legislative hearings, briefings and seminars. Candidates should be proactive, professional, dependable, and have an interest in federal policy and the legislative process. Candidates should also possess strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to multitask, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
The Office of U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in the hiring process based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service or other non-merit factors. BIPOC applicants and individuals in underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
The deadline to apply is Monday, January 5, 2026, at 5 p.m. CST (6 p.m. EST). For more information, including how to apply, visit sewell.house.gov/internship-opportunities.
