Westerman accepting internship applications

U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-District 4, is seeking fall interns in both his Hot Springs and Washington, D.C., offices.

The positions are unpaid, though students will gain work experience. The hours are flexible to accommodate students' course schedules, but generally run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in D.C. and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Hot Springs. Interns will be responsible for their own travel, housing and living costs.

Applications can be found online at https://westerman.house.gov/services/internships. Office manager Hailey Ghee can be reached at 202-225-3772.

Fall internships will run from Aug. 31 to Dec. 11.

"As a former Congressional intern through a Future Farmers of America fellowship, I know how important internships are in developing engaged citizens and future leaders in America," Westerman said. "I am excited to welcome 4th District interns to my Hot Springs and Washington offices and look forward to their contributions."

The Hot Springs office will host one policy intern. The internship is open to high school students who have completed their junior year, as well as college students.

An intern may be asked to do a variety of tasks, including day-to-day office work such as interacting with constituents, writing letters and assisting with media clips. The intern may also be assigned to assist in various constituent casework or district-based projects that are of benefit to constituents.

Washington internships are open to students who have completed two years of college. The D.C. interns' responsibilities will vary.

The Washington office will host two interns during the fall semester. Each will be expected to interact with constituents, research legislation for the member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House.

Interns will have the opportunity to draft news releases, assist with media clips and other work to support the 4th District office. As a result, interns will learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.

Local on 08/26/2015

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