Internships

As a member of Congress, it is an honor to invest in our future leaders by offering internships in Lawton, Ada, Norman and Washington, DC.

What We Look for in an Intern

Currently attending or recently graduated from a college or university. Preference is given to upperclassmen and those with ties to Oklahoma
There is no GPA requirement, but a higher GPA increases chance of consideration
Internships are based on merit. Applicants should have leadership abilities, an interest in civics and politics and upstanding moral character

Oklahoma Internships

District interns are able to observe and assist our staff with constituent services, which primarily includes casework. Tasks and focus of projects varies by office assignment, but all interns typically provide assistance with answering phones, greeting constituents, filing and archiving of office records, helping with mailing projects and researching an issue or agency.

For all inquiries about opportunities in one of my Oklahoma offices in Lawton, Ada or Norman, please call 405-329-6500 and ask to speak with the district director. Please complete the online internship form below to submit your application.

Washington, DC Internships

Interns in Washington, DC are able to watch the legislative process firsthand, assist staff with a variety of projects and attend briefings. All interns typically provide assistance with answering phones, greeting office visitors, leading Capitol tours for constituents, processing flag requests, sorting mail and running errands. Please complete the online internship form below to submit your application.

Internship Form

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Internships

What We Look for in an Intern

Oklahoma Internships

Washington, DC Internships

Internship Form

Additional Relevant Information

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Internships

What We Look for in an Intern

Oklahoma Internships

Washington, DC Internships

Internship Form

Additional Relevant Information

Washington, DC Office

Ada Office

Lawton Office

Norman Office