A limited number of volunteer internships are available in my Washington and District offices to college students who maintain their permanent home address in the 7th Congressional District, have completed at least one year of college, and have an interest in government and our political process. Please print, fill out, and send the application , along with a resume and cover letter, to the Washington, D.C. office . Please indicate the dates you are available and which office you are available to work at. Fall and Spring semester internships are usually coordinated through a University sponsored program for academic credit. An intern in the office of Congressman Collin Peterson has the unique opportunity to be involved in every aspect of the inner workings of a congressional office.
Interns assist the legislative staff in many ways.
They utilize Congressional Research Service to research issues and then synthesize this information to provide a coherent and substantive response to constituents' questions. They will track current legislation and report any changes to the legislative staff. Interns must possess strong writing and analytical skills. Interns should also possess good communications skills. A large portion of office work is accomplished on the telephone .