However, at least 15 hours per week are required to make the internship worthwhile. Paul accepts students with a variety of majors and backgrounds. Preference is given to applicants from Minnesota. To apply for an internship, please read our privacy policy then submit a completed application form , resume and a one to two page personal statement including details about yourself and outlining your interest in the program. An internship in one of Senator Wellstone's state offices allows students to see first hand how a U.S Senate state office functions.
Interns work with constituent advocacy and outreach staff.
Advocacy staff assist constituents with issues involving a federal agency. Outreach staff identify and maintain a dialog with community contacts in key issue areas. The assignments are based as much as possible on issues of interest to the intern. In addition to advocacy and outreach work interns also assist in recording constituent phone calls and responding to constituent research requests. A Senate internship is an unpaid position.