Working with the Washington staff gives students a chance to see how it interacts with the House of Representative, the executive, and the judicial branches. Working in one of the state offices provides another perspective on how Senator Lautenberg helps constituents to resolve problems with the federal governmant. With the exception of the summer dates, start and end times are flexible. There is no financial compensation. Interns are responsible for a wide range of activities in the Senator's Office.
Interns assist in the press and mail rooms, answer constituent inquiries and record opinions.
In addition, the interns research pending legislation and other issued for staff members. Overall, interns develop a substantial understanding of how this office operates and what it is like to work on Capital Hill. Press Department informs New Jersey residents about issues before the Congress which are important to the state. Informatin is distributed via newsletters, weekly newspaper columns, press releases, radio shows, and responses to press inquiries. An intern's duties include assisting with state newspaper clippings, compiling the daily office news summary and delivering press releases to the Senate and House press galeries.