Prospective interns must have completed their sophomore year in college by the time of their internship. Applicants for paid summer internships must be permanent residents of the Fourth Ohio District . In some cases, college credit can be earned by students who intern without compensation on a full-time basis during the school year. Interns in the Washington office work closely with the Congressman's professional staff on a variety of legislative projects. Their responsibilities include attending hearings, preparing legislative reports, researching timely topics, and compiling information to respond to constituents' inquiries.
Some clerical work is required.
Interns in the district offices concentrate on researching constituent inquiries for help in dealing with federal agencies. In addition, interns accompany district staff to meetings of local civic and professional organizations. Some clerical work is required. Summer intern housing is available in university dormitories. Rental apartments are available in the surrounding area for year-round interns.