Digital/Press Intern

The Office of Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) seeks a highly motivated and creative Digital/Press Intern to join a fast-paced communications operation based in Rep. Costa’s Washington, D.C. office for the Winter/Spring 2025 intern class.  

This internship program prides itself on its educational aspects. Press interns will immerse themselves in fast-paced press operations and learn the ins and outs of a congressional communications shop. They will have an opportunity to learn and engage on various digital platforms while learning how to connect people to policy.  

Qualified candidates should have strong writing, editing, and digital skills to assist with time-sensitive assignments, as well as basic familiarity with graphic design/video editing software, such as Adobe, Canva, and Photoshop. Candidates with experience in a press or digital media role (including internships) are preferred but not required. California or Central Valley ties are a plus. The intern will be under the supervision of the Communications Director and Internship Coordinator. 

Internship Responsibilities 

• Assist the Communications Director and Press Assistant with drafting social media content, e-newsletters, targeted mailing, and website content.  
• Edit photos and create engaging graphics in line with the Congressman’s brand.  
• Clipping, editing, and compiling videos. 
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of press lists. 
• Compile daily press clips and reports about social media analytics.   
• Other office tasks such as answering phones, drafting correspondence, conducting tours, and other duties as required. 

Internship Dates and Details: 

Fall internships will start in early December 2024 and go until April 2025, with some flexibility. Interns are expected to work in compliance with the office's regular hours of operation. Our office cannot accommodate remote or hybrid internships at this time.  

Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 6 p.m. ET on Friday, November 15th.  

Apply: Interested applicants should fill out the internship application via our website: Internships | Congressman Jim Costa (house.gov), specifying in their application their desire to be a press intern.  

No phone calls, or walk-ins, please. The Office of Rep. Jim Costa is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment. 

Contact: Please reach out to our intern coordinator, Grant Menolascino, with any questions regarding the application process at Grant.menolascino@mail.house.gov.