Interns are a valuable part of the office and have the unique opportunity to see the legislative process in action. Internships are open to college students and recent graduates. Please note that we often receive more applications than we can accommodate and that applicants with strong ties to Orange County are given preference.

DC Legislative Internships

Rep. Katie Porter (CA-47) seeks highly motivated interns for her DC office spring internship program. The duration of this internship is expected to start in January and we are open to end dates in April and May. The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to multitask, and has strong written and verbal communication skills.  

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answer incoming phone calls to log opinions, connect staffers to outside stakeholders, and direct callers to appropriate resources
• Enter and organize incoming constituent messages from mail and voicemail into the IQ database
• Draft form letters responding to constituent concerns
• Respond to constituent messages through phone calls or emails as needed
• Assist legislative team with researching data and information
• Compile draft meeting memos for the legislative staff
• Track and input legislative meetings with partners, stakeholders, and constituents, in IQ.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the DC Staff Assistant 

The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Ties to Orange County/Southern California are a plus. 

Interns are expected in the office from 9 am to 5 pm, however hours are flexible based on a student’s course schedule. Interns will receive a monthly stipend. To apply, send a cover letter, resume and two references to CA47.Internship@mail.house.gov with “Spring 2024 DC Internship” in the subject line. The deadline for submission is Friday, December 1 at 11:59 PM EST. No phone calls. 

DC Press Internship

Rep. Katie Porter (CA-47) seeks a highly motivated intern for her DC office spring press internship program. The duration of this internship is expected to start in January and we are open to end dates in April and May. The ideal candidate is highly organized, creative, able to multitask, has strong written and verbal communication skills, and able to learn and use Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compile daily press clips
• Draft social media posts, press releases, and other written materials
• Clip and caption video content for digital platforms
• Design graphics for use across social media platforms
• Perform other duties as assigned by the communications staff
• Research media contacts/reporters and pitch stories to press
• Answer incoming phone calls to log opinions, connect staffers to outside stakeholders, and direct callers to appropriate resources
• Enter and organize incoming constituent messages from mail and voicemail into the IQ database
• Respond to constituent messages through phone calls or emails as needed

The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Ties to Orange County/Southern California are a plus. 

Interns are expected in the office from 9 am to 5 pm, however hours are flexible based on a student’s course schedule. Interns will receive a monthly stipend. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and a small portfolio with a writing sample and 2-3 graphics, videos, or other creative content to CA47.Internship@mail.house.gov with “Spring 2024 DC Press Internship” in the subject line. The deadline for submission is Wednesday, December 6 at 11:59 PM EST. No phone calls. 

District Internships

U.S. Congresswoman Katie Porter’s District Office is seeking highly motivated undergraduates, graduate students, and post-grads for her district office (DO) internship program in Irvine, California.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answer incoming phone calls to log opinions, connect staffers to outside stakeholders, and direct callers to appropriate resources;
• Enter and organize incoming constituent messages from mail and voicemail into the IQ database;
• Draft form letters responding to constituent concerns;
• Respond to constituent messages through phone calls or emails as needed;
• Assist casework team with helping constituents with federal agencies;
• Track and input meetings with partners, stakeholders, and constituents in IQ; and
• Perform other duties as assigned by the DO Internship Coordinator.

The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Interns must be able to work in-person in the office from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, but part-time candidates will also be considered. A monthly stipend is also available.

To apply for a district-based internship with Congresswoman Porter, please email a cover letter, resume, brief writing sample (3 pages max), and two references to Internship.Porter@mail.house.gov with subject line "Desired Session – DO Internship" (e.g., Summer 2021 DO Internship).

Applications for district-based internships will be accepted until:

• November 26, 2023 for the spring session (January through April)
• March 29, 2024 for the summer session (May through August)
• July 26, 2024 for the fall session (September through December)